Flinders University

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Environment)

An Honours year is a challenging yet rewarding program of study to extend your intellectual and practical experience in your chosen science discipline. Learn from renowned researchers in a range of sciences including biotechnology, natural sciences, mathematics, and chemical and physical sciences. You will complete an independent research project, learn new skills, and help bring important scientific ideas into reality.

The honours program in Environment extends upon the foundation gained during undergraduate studies to incorporate extensive subject knowledge in the discipline. The honours year also aims to develop a range of skills including the capacity to:

• Undertake an individual research project in an area of chemistry or physics, from planning to execution
• Understand and apply advanced chemical or physical principles to solve problems
• Master the various laboratory techniques and instrumentation used in diverse chemical fields so as to be able to work independently in a laboratory
• Present information about chemistry or physics in a scientific manner, including communicating effectively with a variety of audiences in written and spoken form
• Retrieve, critically analyze, and evaluate information relevant to chemistry and apply this knowledge to solve problems or form hypotheses
• Analyze and evaluate numerical data
• Appreciate the multidisciplinary aspect of the discipline of chemistry or physics and engage positively with people and ideas beyond the discipline
• Work independently and take responsibility for updating and adapting their knowledge and skills
• Appreciate the role of chemistry in society, the regulatory framework within which it operates, and the ethical issues it raises
• Work cooperatively and productively within a team

The honours program prepares students for ongoing professional development, for further study in chemistry or physics, another science or non-science related discipline, or for a career in a chemistry or physics related field or in other areas where the range of skills and knowledge acquired is needed or desirable.