Inspire your curious mind with the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours).

There’s no other degree like it in Australia. You’ll get to explore your interests by undertaking research as an undergraduate student, get one-on-one mentoring by leading academics… all while enjoying the camaraderie of a group of like-minded students.

The research you’ll do throughout your degree is excellent preparation for your fourth, or Honours year of your PhB. You will undertake a year-long research project under the guidance of an academic supervisor. This is where you can really indulge your passion and explore a topic in detail.

Many of our graduates have used the PhB program as a pathway to completing PhDs in some of the best universities around the world, such as Cambridge, Oxford, Yale, UC Berkley and, of course, ANU.

The PhB can also provide a pathway to the Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD) without having to sit the GAMSAT. Each year, 10 places are reserved in our medicine program for students who successfully graduate from the PhB program and undertake a successful interview.

See where a Bachelor of Philosophy could take you: our career wheel will help you turn your interests into a career in science

Learning Outcomes

1. Develop, apply, integrate and generate knowledge in educational and professional contexts:
2. Develop and use a range of skills and methods to identify, analyse and respond to complex problems and issues;
3. Identify and apply various research concepts, methodologies and methods
4. Work and learn in both independent and collaborative ways with others to encompass diverse abilities and perspectives;
5. Negotiate research projects considering their academic relevance, possible academic contributions, and ethical implications;
6. Source and critically analyse research literature related to their topics of interest and research;
7. Appraise concepts and arguments related to their topics of interest and research;
8. Convey and relate professional and disciplinary information and ideas to diverse audiences in effective and appropriate ways;
9. Develop high level project management skills as support for independent study; and
10. Exercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen.