Why study an honours degree?
Increased Employability
Gain a competitive edge with advanced subject knowledge, making you more job-ready compared to a bachelor's degree alone.
Specialised Skills
Develop critical thinking, specialised knowledge, and research skills, which are highly valued in various industries.
Pathway to PhD
An honours degree is a pathway to a PhD or other higher degrees by research.
What is honours?
An honours degree is a one-year* program that builds on your undergraduate and postgraduate coursework studies. It will include a research project in your chosen field and, depending on your course, may involve advanced coursework. An honours year is for students who have achieved well academically in their studies and want to learn more through research.
*Based on full-time duration. Many honours degrees are available on a part-time basis.
Course options
The University of Tasmania offers a range of honours degrees that will develop research and analytical skills and extend your subject matter confidence.
Whether you’re planning to progress to a PhD, wanting to develop critical research skills, or gain a competitive edge in your profession, an honours degree will help you get there.
Our honours courses give you the skills and experience you need to succeed in your career. Explore our honours degrees and take the next step towards your goals.
Why study with us?
Worldwide reputation for research excellence
Quality, personalised supervision and support
Tasmania offers a unique study lifestyle experience
Scholarships and fees
Financial support for honours degrees enables you to focus full-time on your research studies. There are various types of financial support available for high-achieving Australian and international applicants.
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