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Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
RMIT University

300

in world overall ranking*

30

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) is an intensive research-focused year that builds advanced scientific capability through a supervised project and deeper study in your chosen science discipline. You’ll strengthen research design, analysis and communication skills while working in a research setting. This honours qualification supports progression to higher degree research in the sciences. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles supporting or conducting scientific research across universities, government agencies and industry. Typical pathways include research assistant or officer positions, research advisory roles, and entry-level research scientist work, depending on your discipline area. The qualification also provides a pathway to further research study and careers in the sciences. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$43,200 per program

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Information

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Full-time 1 year, Part-time 2 years years

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February, July

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Melbourne City

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BH012

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconLPDP-RMIT SCHOLARSHIP

100% of tuition fees

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconRMIT READY BURSARY

20% of tuition fees

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