Designed for science graduates, the Bachelor of Science (Honours) program offers the chance to undertake an independent research project in your area of interest. Working closely with a researcher, you'll gain practical experience in designing and executing experiments or field studies, and analysing and visualising data in ways specific to your field of study.
Plant Science Major
Plant sciences are among the most relevant scientific disciplines today. Using a variety of approaches, plant scientists address two of the most important problems facing humankind, global warming and dependency on fossil fuels, by applying the production of biofuels from plant origin to the use of plants in carbon sequestration.
Plant scientists need to understand how plants work from molecules to ecosystems to improve the production of food, pharmaceuticals and timber, control diseases, pests and noxious weeds, allow plants to cope with drought, salinity and pollutants, and design new plants for innovative purposes such as biofactories. An honours year in plant science will allow you to further develop your research skills under the guidance of leading teachers and academics at UQ Gatton's specialist facilities.
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Delivery mode
This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
11 Wyndham St, Herston 4006
280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia 4067
Entry Requirements
There are no formal academic requirements
Prerequisites
All fields of study (excluding Psychology):Bachelor of Science (or equivalent), with:
- a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale, and
- a GPA of at least 4.5* for 8 units of courses at level 3 or higher relevant to the honours project, and
- have secured an honours project and supervisor, and
- satisfied any additional requirements set by the head of school.
* GPA of at least 5.0 for the Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics fields of study.
Psychology field of study:Bachelor of Science (or equivalent), with:
- a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 for level 2 and 3 courses in the Psychology extended major, and
- satisfied any additional requirements set by the head of school.
Course fees
Course fee
$10,600
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