• Total units 48 Units
  • Areas of interest Cell and Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Genetics
  • Specialisation code NEUR-HSPC
  • Academic career Undergraduate
Neuroscience Honours Specialisation

The Neuroscience Honours specialisation is intended for students who have a foundational knowledge of the field and are interested in undertaking an independent research project under the direction of a supervisor. The Honours specialisation is usually taken full time for two consecutive semesters and includes research training, in-depth analysis of current concepts in the field as well as a substantial research project culminating in the production of a thesis. Honours is a solid foundation in the basics of research, and can be an entry to careers in laboratory work, a degree in postgraduate medicine, or a pathway to a PhD.

 

Admission Requirements

Satisfaction of the admission requirements described in the relevant honours plan and:

  • with a specialisation or equivalent in neuroscience and physiology.
  • and with the written approval of an identified supervisor for the research project.
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Requirements

This Honours specialisation requires the completion of 48 units, which must consist of:

48 units of NEUR4005 Neuroscience, which must be undertaken more than once, in consecutive semesters.

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