Deakin’s Bachelor of Science (Honours) provides you with exposure to a range of possible career paths and a deep understanding of your chosen discipline through research exploration in either life and environmental sciences, chemistry or mathematics. You will get the chance to undertake focused research in your area of interest and develop skills before launching into a successful career.

You will be exposed to research of national and international significance and acquire generic skills in research design and implementation, critical thinking and data analysis, digital literacy and scientific communication. You will also develop valuable skills for life-long learning; an essential professional attribute in this ever-evolving field.

The coursework component of the honours program provides you with essential knowledge in areas that underpin research - experimental design, quantitative analysis and science professionalism. The research project component enables you to develop the research skills necessary to investigate an area of interest.

You will have the support and supervision of our experienced staff throughout your honours program and will graduate with skills that provide you with a competitive edge in the job market and an ideal pathway to further study and research training (including Masters and PhD programs).

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) will produce high quality graduates with the generic skills, theoretical knowledge, and specialised practical skills to either gain employment in their relevant discipline (Biology, Chemistry or Mathematics) or to succeed in further study such as Higher Degrees by Research.