Bachelor of Applied Science(Honours) (BAppSc(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2005
Faculty
Location
Gatton, St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Applied Science(Honours).
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Applied Science with a GPA of at least 5.0 or satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 8668
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Science.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science
Email: science.enquiries@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 5460 1276 or 1800 642 093 (Freecall)
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2005
Faculty
Location
Gatton, St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Applied Science(Honours).
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Applied Science with a GPA of at least 5.0 or satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
CRICOS Code: 067616C
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 31550
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelor of Applied Science(Honours)?
The Honours program is designed to build on the knowledge of science, technology and management that students have developed in their pass degree and in the areas of their chosen field. Students undertake an Honours project to research and report on a defined topic in their field. Available plans include animal production; the equine industry; parks and wildlife management; plants; food science and the environment.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Applied Science(Honours).
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Applied Science(Honours)
- Animal Studies
- Equine Science
- Food Science and Nutrition
- Production Animal Science
- Veterinary Technology
- Wildlife Science
Honours
Honours is awarded based on the weighted percentage over the year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Applied Science with a GPA of at least 5.0 or satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
Additional application information
Domestic students and international students who wish to study from their home country, may enrol in external mode. A short period of time on campus may be required to complete the external program and this will be negotiated with the Head of School upon enrolment.
It is an expectation that students will have private access to a computer and the Internet.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Science.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Applied Science with a GPA of at least 5.0 or satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 067616C
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 8668
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 31550
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Applied Science(Honours)
Careers
The Honours program prepares students for careers in government, scientific and technical research and policy development within the related field of study.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Association for the Advancement of Animal Breeding and Genetics Inc
- Australian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society
- Australasian Equine Science Association
- Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology
- Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology
- Australian Institute of Horticulture
- Australian Mammal Society
- Australian Rangeland Society
- Australian Society of Animal Production
- Australian Society of Horticultural Science
- Australasian Wildlife Management Society
- Ecological Society of Australia
- Environment Institute of Australia
- Nutrition Society of Australia
- Parks and Leisure Australia
- The Wildlife Society
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Applied Science(Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Applied Science(Honours), a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student for the degree with honours in the Exercise and Nutrition Science field is required to obtain #16 from the Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) course list for the field of Exercise and Nutrition Science. A student for the degree with honours in all other fields is required to obtain #16 comprising -
- #2 from Part A of the list; and
- #8 or #12 from Part B of the list; and
- the remainder from Part C of the list.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Applied Science(Honours).
