The University of Melbourne

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Bioscience)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

If you want to extend your skills in research, consider adding an honours year in BioSciences to your Bachelor of Science. Honours is a one-year program that builds on what you've learned to date in your Bachelor of Science. It is a pathway to further studies in research higher degrees such as a PhD.

Delivery mode

The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Grattan Street, Parkville

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Science (Honours) you must:

  • Have completed a three-year undergraduate degree with at least two years in science or technology areas of study within the last 10 years
  • Have completed at least 50 points at third-year level in science or technology areas of study (or equivalent) within the last 10 years
  • Have achieved a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65% in your undergraduate degree
  • Meet the specific requirements for the discipline area or research project you apply for - see below for stream-specific requirements.

Stream-specific requirements

Agricultural Science: a major in a discipline relevant to the proposed project

English Language Criteria

  • IELTS (academic English Only): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
  • TOEFL Internet-based test: 79 + Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13
  • Pearson Test of English Academic: 58 + no communicative skill below 50
  • Cambridge English: Advanced/ Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): 176 + no skill below 169.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
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Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Bioscience) will prepare you for the following roles.

Biotechnologist

A Biotechnologist develops and utilises biological processes for industrial and scientific purposes. You might work in laboratories, research insti...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Clinical Research Coordinator

A Clinical Research Coordinator manages clinical trials and research studies to ensure they are conducted ethically and efficiently. You might work...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Medical Laboratory Scientist

A Medical Laboratory Scientist plays a crucial role in diagnosing and monitoring diseases by performing laboratory tests on various specimens. They...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Microbiologist

A Microbiologist studies microorganisms and uses their knowledge to develop products such as vaccines or medications. You might focus on a particul...

Avg yearly income $89,960
Entry barriers Low

Research Scientist

A Research Scientist collects and analyses information from scientific tests, trials and experiments. You might work in a particular field of scien...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Melbourne

Welcome to the University of Melbourne. We are Australia’s leading research university, with a 165-year-long tradition of higher education in the arts, sciences and numerous professional disciplines.

At Melbourne, we take delight through our on-campus teaching and graduate online programs in helping undergraduate and postgraduate students from Australia and many other countries to achieve globally recognised qualifications. The educational experience here prepares well-rounded graduates who are academically outstanding and practically grounded.

We also support and encourage internationally-connected research collaborations around basic and applied problems, in the hope of changing the world for the better.