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Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) / Bachelor of Science (Honours) - NUS as home institution
at Australian National University

Canberra, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 48,802
Country Rank#6
Duration48 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

The PhB(Hons)/BSc(Hons) can be taken in three majors (Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics) and is offered as a joint single degree program by the National University of Singapore, NUS, and the College of Science and College of Health and Medicine at ANU. This highly selective program provides a challenging course of study for students who have a strong interest in and aptitude for graduate research work.

Students are admitted to this program through NUS. Places are offered to ANU students in NUS's University Scholars Program.

Students are expected to acquire a strong foundation in critical analysis and depth in the principles of each subject. They are closely involved in undergraduate research with at least 25 per cent of their graduation requirements based upon independent research.

This is a four-year, embedded Honours, research-based degree. You will spend three semesters in residence at ANU and will write your Honours thesis at NUS. Students in this degree will have their primary enrolment at NUS, spending their first three semesters there, the next three semesters at ANU and the final two semesters back at NUS.

The course of study in each major is indicated in the tables below. There is significant flexibility and you can tailor your program of study in consultation with an assigned academic mentor at your home institution, with approval from the relevant coordinator in both universities.

Course Content
Program Structure

The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)/Bachelor of Science (Honours) - NUS as home institution requires the completion of the equivalent of 192 units, which must consist of:

Either:

Chemistry

64 modular credits (equivalent to 72 units) from completion of the following:

7 modules in Chemistry including:
- MA1421 Basic Applied Mathematics for Sciences or any non-bridging MA module
- 2 modules in the Special Program in Science
6 modules in the University Scholars Programme, which must include:

3 Compulsory Foundation Modules plus 3 Inquiry Modules, which must include:
- A minimum of 2 modules from the domain: Humanities and Social Sciences
- Either 1 further module in Chemistry or 1 further module in the Special Program in Science
40 modular credits (equivalent to 48 units) from completion of Honours in Chemistry, which must include:
- 9 modules in Chemistry, which must include
- 6 project-based modules
18 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
- SCNC2101 Advanced Studies Course
- SCNC3101 Advanced Studies Course
36 units from completion of courses in the subject area CHEM Chemistry

18 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU

Or:

Mathematics

60 modular credits (equivalent to 72 units) from completion of the following:
- 6 modules in Mathematics
- 2 modules in the Special Program in Science
6 modules in the University Scholars Programme, which must include:

3 Compulsory Foundation Modules plus 3 Inquiry Modules, which must include:
- A minimum of 2 modules from the domain: Humanities and Social Sciences
- Either 1 further module in Mathematics or 1 further module in the Special Program in Science
40 modular credits (equivalent to 48 units) from completion of Honours in Mathematics, which must include:
- A minimum of 9 modules in Mathematics
18 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
- SCNC2101 Advanced Studies Course
- SCNC3101 Advanced Studies Course
36 units from completion of courses in the subject area MATH Mathematics

18 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU

Or:

Physics

60 modular credits (equivalent to 72 units) from completion of the following:
- PC1431 Physics 1E
- PC1432 Physics 2E
- PC2130 Quantum Mechanics 1
- PC2131 Electricity and Magnetism 1
- PC 2193 Experimental Physics 1
- MA1101R Linear Algebra
- MA1505 Mathematics 1
2 modules in the Special Program in Science

6 modules in the University Scholars Programme, which must include:

3 Compulsory Foundation Modules plus 3 Inquiry Modules, which must include:
- A minimum of 2 modules from the domain: Humanities and Social Sciences
40 modular credits (equivalent to 48 units) from completion of Honours in Physics, which must include:
- A minimum of 9 modules in Physics
18 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
- SCNC2101 Advanced Studies Course
- SCNC3101 Advanced Studies Course
42 units from completion of courses in the subject area PHYS Physics

12 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU

Students must achieve a minimum 80% weighted average mark in Science courses in each period (Summer/First Semester/Autumn and Winter/Second Semester/Spring) in order to continue in the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)/Bachelor of Science (Honours) - NUS as home institution.

Elective Study

Once you have met the program requirements of your degree, you may have enough electives to complete an additional elective major, minor or specialisation.
Entry Requirement
International applicants

Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements. Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below.

Diversity factors & English language proficiency

As Australia's national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe. If required, competitive ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency.
Fees & Scholarships
The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.

Annual indicative fee for international students

$48,802
Career Prospect
The PhB(Hons)/BSc(Hons) is an ideal path to take if you are already aiming for a career in research, but it is equally good if you decide to enter the workforce directly, as you will not only have gained the academic and generic skills normally obtained within a science degree but will have gained highly marketable skills in independent research, oral and written communication and teamwork.

Cost Of Studying At Australian National University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) / Bachelor of Science (Honours) - NUS as home institution at Australian National University