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Overview

The Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours) includes all the elements of the Bachelor of Science, together with formal training in leadership and persuasive communication, and hands-on practice in transforming an idea into a business or social enterprise. Fundamental to the course is an in-depth exploration of the big issues of our time. You will explore approaches and pathways to potential solutions, and think deeply about the qualities underpinning effective leadership and how to implement change. In your final year, you will partner with an external organisation and tackle a problem of real world significance. The course includes an internship - either domestic or international - that provides an experience of the world of work.

This course is breaking new ground in science education in Australia. Throughout the course you will be encouraged to develop professional relationships and mentors with the science faculty alumni and the broader community.

As a graduate of this course you will have access to all the traditional careers of science honours graduates, and also be well prepared for further studies. You will enter the workforce equipped to grow into a leader capable of exploiting science to address complex challenges. You will have the necessary knowledge and skills to be attractive to top management consultancies, businesses and institutions. Whatever path you decide to take, you will be able to use your broad-based training, learning and experiences as a launch pad to making significant contributions to improving the human condition.

Course structure

Rules

You must complete 192 credit points as specified in the course requirements, including:

a maximum of 60 credit points at level 1, of which at least 42 credit points must be science units; and
a minimum of 36 credit points at level 4 or higher; and
a minimum of 24 credit points at level 3 and 24 credit points at level 4 or higher required for this course or your science major.
Furthermore, you must complete 126 credit points of science studies over Part A and Part B, including:

a minimum of 42 credit points at Level 1; and
a minimum of 72 credit points at Levels 2 and 3, of which at least 30 credit points must be at Level 3.
Note 1: This course is intended to be taken on a full-time basis, and as such a full-time study load will ensure you have a better cohort experience.

Note 2: Academic requirement: To remain in the course you are required to maintain at least a distinction average (70%) across all units in each calendar year. If you do not achieve this average you will be required to transfer to S2000 Bachelor of Science.

Note 3: You will complete an internship whilst enrolled in SCI3501 Impact through Science 3A (6 points). You should complete this before commencement of semester two in the third year of the course.

Note 4: Progression requirement: In order to progress to the fourth year of studies, you must have completed 144 credit points, including the 36 credit points of Impact science studies. You must also achieve a minimum of a distinction average (70%) in 18 credit points of level 3 units in your major studies and the level 3 Impact science studies.

If you successfully complete the first three years (144 points) of the course but do not meet the academic standard for progression to the fourth year, you will graduate with the Bachelor of Science.

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Major studies72 credit points

You must complete 72 credit points comprising:

- one major and one minor from the list below, or
- one extended major from the list below.

A major consists of eight units (48 credit points), comprising:

a maximum of two units at Level 1 (12 credit points), and
a minimum of three Level 3 units (8 credit points)
A minor consists of four units (24 credit points), comprising:

a minimum of two units at Level 1 (12 credit points)
An extended major consists of twelve units (72 credit points), comprising:

a maximum of three units at Level 1 (18 credit points), and
a minimum of four units at Level 3 (24 credit points)
Note 1: If you wish to complete two majors, you will need to utilise 24 credit points from Part B to meet the requirements of your second major.

Note 2: A maximum of 12 credit points can be counted toward any combination of majors, extended majors and minors.

Note 3: The Psychology extended major (APAC accredited level 1 sequence of units) is only offered in the single degree Bachelor of Science (S2000) or in the double degree Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts (S2006). The Psychology extended major (APAC accredited level 1 sequence of units) is required if you intend to progress to honours in Psychology.

Refer to the science listed areas of study below for units required for your chosen major, extended major or minor.

Minors, majors and extended majors

Refer also to the table of minors, majors and extended majors by campus which also details if an area of study is available as a minor, major or extended major.

Majors

48 credit points

A major consists of eight units (48 credit points), comprising:
- a maximum of two units at Level 1 (12 credit points), and
- a minimum of three units at Level 3 (18 credit points)

Science extended majors

72 credit points

An extended major consists of twelve units (72 credit points), comprising:
- a maximum of three units at Level 1 (18 credit points), and
- a minimum of four units at Level 3 (24 credit points)

Science minors

24 credit points

A minor consists of four units (24 credit points), comprising:
- a minimum of two units at Level 1 (12 credit points)

Part B. Specified studies54 credit points

You must complete nine units (54 credit points), comprising:
- one Core studies unit (6 credit points);
- two units of Additional science studies (12 credit points); and
- six units of Impact science studies (36 credit points)

Although the requirements in Part B appear to exceed 54 credit points, units completed as part of your chosen major (Part A) do not count towards this Part.

Core studies

6 credit points

You must complete one mathematics, statistics or coding unit at level 1 (6 credit points)

Note 1: Before enrolling in your core studies unit, please refer to this guide to assist you to select the appropriate level one core studies (mathematics or statistics) unit. The unit you select will depend on your mathematics background and interests.
https://www.monash.edu/students/handbooks/faculty-info/undergrad/science/Table-level-one-maths-and-stats-2026.pdf

Impact science studies

36 credit points

You must complete the following units

Additional science studies

12 credit points

You must complete two units (12 credit points) from the following list or any additional level 2 or level 3 science units not already completed:

Note 1: You can only complete one of ATS1254 or SCI2030

Note 2: For the purpose of this course, MTE4235 is counted as a level 3 science elective and cannot be used towards the requirement of the 4th year of the course.

Note 3: You must complete SCI3501 prior to taking SCI3920.

Note 4: You will need to seek permission from ask.monash to enrol in the following units: ATS3229, ATS2723, BEX3622, ECC1000, ECC1100, MGX3100, or MTE4235

Part C. Free elective studies18 credit points

Your elective studies may be chosen from units available in the Bachelor of Science course to broaden your science knowledge or to extend your major.

Elective units may also be taken from non-science disciplines as long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment in the units. You cannot take SCI1000 within this course.

Part D. Impact through science project48 credit points

In your final year you must complete the following units

The handbook's description of this structure

This is an advanced comprehensive course. It includes all the requirements of the Bachelor of Science, with additional study that addresses the learning objectives relating to global challenges. The additional study commences in year one, develops throughout the course and culminates in a major project in the fourth year.

The course is structured in four parts: science listed major, science specified study, free elective study and a substantial impact through science project.

Part A. Major studies
This will provide you with practical and theoretical skills and knowledge of a science listed area of study. You will learn to develop, apply and communicate an advanced level of understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of the discipline.

Part B. Specified studies
This includes core requirements in mathematics, statistics or coding, ensuring you develop the quantitative foundations essential for scientific study, alongside a communication unit that supports the development of effective scientific communication skills. Together, these elements help build key capabilities that are highly valued across the workforce.

Part C. Free elective studies
This will enable you to further develop your knowledge of your major area of study, or science more broadly. Alternatively you can select units from across the university in which you are eligible to enrol.

Part D. Project studies
This will be the culmination of your degree utilising and synthesising the skills built over the first three years of the course. During your honours project you will form a partnership with an external organisation to tackle a meaningful real world problem.

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Please refer to this guide when choosing the appropriate level one mathematics and statistics unit.

The course is structured in four parts: Part A. Major studies (72 points), Part B. Specified studies (54 points), Part C. Free elective studies (18 points) undertaken in the first three years, and Part D. Project studies (48 points) in the final year. This includes a minimum of 78 points of science listed study over Part A and Part B.

To satisfy the requirements of the Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours) you must complete 192 credit points as specified in the course requirements, including:

a maximum of 60 credit points at level 1, of which at least 42 credit points must be science units; and
a minimum of 36 credit points at level 4 or higher; and
a minimum of 24 credit points at level 3 and 24 credit points at level 4 or higher required for this course or your science major.

Furthermore, you must complete 126 credit points of science studies over Part A and Part B, including:

a minimum of 42 credit points at Level 1; and
a minimum of 72 credit points at Levels 2 and 3, of which at least 30 credit points must be at Level 3.

Note 1: This course is intended to be taken on a full-time basis, and as such a full-time study load will ensure you have a better cohort experience.

Note 2: Academic requirement: To remain in the course you are required to maintain at least a distinction average (70%) across all units in each calendar year. If you do not achieve this average you will be required to transfer to S2000 Bachelor of Science.

Note 3: You will complete an internship whilst enrolled in SCI3501 Impact through Science 3A (6 points). You should complete this before commencement of semester two in the third year of the course.

Note 4: Progression requirement: In order to progress to the fourth year of studies, you must have completed 144 credit points, including the 36 credit points of Impact science studies. You must also achieve a minimum of a distinction average (70%) in 18 credit points of level 3 units in your major studies and the level 3 Impact science studies.

If you successfully complete the first three years (144 points) of the course but do not meet the academic standard for progression to the fourth year, you will graduate with the Bachelor of Science.

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Major studies (72 credit points)

You must complete 72 credit points comprising:

- one major and one minor from the list below, or
- one extended major from the list below.

A major consists of eight units (48 credit points), comprising:

a maximum of two units at Level 1 (12 credit points), and
a minimum of three Level 3 units (8 credit points)

A minor consists of four units (24 credit points), comprising:

a minimum of two units at Level 1 (12 credit points)

An extended major consists of twelve units (72 credit points), comprising:

a maximum of three units at Level 1 (18 credit points), and
a minimum of four units at Level 3 (24 credit points)

Note 1: If you wish to complete two majors, you will need to utilise 24 credit points from Part B to meet the requirements of your second major.

Note 2: A maximum of 12 credit points can be counted toward any combination of majors, extended majors and minors.

Note 3: The Psychology extended major (APAC accredited level 1 sequence of units) is only offered in the single degree Bachelor of Science (S2000) or in the double degree Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts (S2006). The Psychology extended major (APAC accredited level 1 sequence of units) is required if you intend to progress to honours in Psychology.

Refer to the science listed areas of study below for units required for your chosen major, extended major or minor.

Minors, majors and extended majors

Refer also to the table of minors, majors and extended majors by campus which also details if an area of study is available as a minor, major or extended major.

Part B. Specified studies (54 credit points)

You must complete nine units (54 credit points), comprising:
- one Core studies unit (6 credit points);
- two units of Additional science studies (12 credit points); and
- six units of Impact science studies (36 credit points)

Although the requirements in Part B appear to exceed 54 credit points, units completed as part of your chosen major (Part A) do not count towards this Part.

Core studies (6 credit points)
You must complete one mathematics, statistics or coding unit at level 1 (6 credit points)

Note 1: Before enrolling in your core studies unit, please refer to this guide to assist you to select the appropriate level one core studies (mathematics or statistics) unit. The unit you select will depend on your mathematics background and interests.
https://www.monash.edu/students/handbooks/faculty-info/undergrad/science/Table-level-one-maths-and-stats-2026.pdf

MTH1020 Analysis of change
MTH1030 Techniques for modelling
MTH1035 Techniques for modelling (advanced)
SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning
SCI1022 Introduction to scientific coding
STA1010 Statistical methods for science

Impact science studies (36 credit points)

You must complete the following units:

SCI1501 Impact through science 1A
SCI1502 Impact through science 1B
SCI2501 Impact through science 2A
SCI2502 Impact through science 2B
SCI3501 Impact through science 3A
SCI3502 Impact through science 3B

Additional science studies (12 credit points)

You must complete two units (12 credit points) from the following list or any additional level 2 or level 3 science units not already completed:

Note 1: You can only complete one of ATS1254 or SCI2030

Note 2: For the purpose of this course, MTE4235 is counted as a level 3 science elective and cannot be used towards the requirement of the 4th year of the course.

Note 3: You must complete SCI3501 prior to taking SCI3920.

Note 4: You will need to seek permission from ask.monash to enrol in the following units: ATS3229, ATS2723, BEX3622, ECC1000, ECC1100, MGX3100, or MTE4235

ATS1254 Culture, power and difference: Indigeneity and Australian identity
SCI2030 Indigenous science: Science through the eyes of Australia’s first people’s
ATS1264 Ethics, health and justice
ATS1309 The geography of global challenges
ATS1319 Global Asia
ATS2269 Contemporary Australia and its cultures: Peoples, places, identities
ATS2628 Global Inequality and international development
ATS2633 Global cities: past, present and future
ATS3229 Cities, globalisation and sustainability*
ECC2610 Game theory and strategic thinking
ATS2723 Social research methods*
BEX3622 Issues in global business*
ECC1000 Principles of microeconomics*
ECC1100 Principles of macroeconomics*
ECX2800 Prosperity, poverty and sustainability in a globalised world
MGX3100 Corporate social responsibility and business ethics*
SCI3930 Career skills for scientists
SCI2400 Creative methods at the intersections of science and art
SCI3920 Science internship
MTE4235 Nuclear energy: Science, technology and society*

Part C. Free elective studies (18 points)

Your elective studies may be chosen from units available in the Bachelor of Science course to broaden your science knowledge or to extend your major. Elective units may also be taken from non-science disciplines as long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment in the units. You cannot take SCI1000 within this course.

Part D. Project studies (48 points)

In your final year you must complete the following two units:

SCI4501 Impact through science 4A: Research (24 points)
SCI4502 Impact through science 4B: Professional practice (24 points)

Areas of study

Majors (24)

Extended majors (21)

Minors (22)

Learning outcomes

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1
demonstrate advanced knowledge and technical skills in one area of science, and a basic understanding of at least one science discipline other than the one in which you specialise
2
listen, understand, and communicate persuasively to a variety of audiences using a variety of formats
3
apply critical thinking, analysis, evidence gathering to analyse some of the big challenges of our time, and appreciate the impact individuals can have in addressing them
4
develop leadership and enterprising skills to create and implement effective solutions
5
apply multicultural literacy to work across a variety of industries that may include government, academic, private and public-good enterprises
6
demonstrate understanding of the importance of leadership, social responsibility, ethics and mentoring to success.

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR and selection rank

85; International: UERT Year 12/Foundation Band 5 RC (90-92.49); UERT Post-Secondary Band 4+ (High Distinction+)

Other applicants

All applicants must satisfy the VCE subject prerequisites demonstrating high performance in Year 12 or equivalent in English and in one unit of mathematics or science.

VET Diploma graduates: To be considered, applicants who have completed VCE or its equivalent and who are applying with a science-based diploma will require an average result of at least 60%. Applicants who have not completed VCE but have completed a science-based diploma will require an average result of at least 70%. Courses that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements.

University: Two single units at an Australian higher education institution satisfy minimum entry requirements, but more units may be useful for selection, especially in science areas. Applicants should have at least a 60% average in their studies.

Studies must have been completed within five years of intended commencement.

English language

Monash Level C, that is: IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall (no band lower than 6.5); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 65 overall with no band lower than 58; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 94 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 24, Listening: 20, Reading: 19 and Speaking: 20; or Equivalent approved English test

More information

Progression to further studies

Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to a Monash master's by coursework degree and if admitted you may be eligible for credit.

Successful completion of this course may also provide a pathway to a graduate research degree.

Notes for students

You can enrich your degree to hone your academic and professional skills with a range of flagship rich educational experiences. These flagship rich educational experience units may be credited in place of your discipline specific electives (up to 6 credit points) if approved by the faculty, or alternatively utilising your free electives. There are both 6 and 12 credit point unit options available.

Other information

The Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours) includes all the elements of the Bachelor of Science, together with formal training in leadership and persuasive communication, and hands-on practice in transforming an idea into a business or social enterprise. Fundamental to the course is an in-depth exploration of the big issues of our time. You will explore approaches and pathways to potential solutions, and think deeply about the qualities underpinning effective leadership and how to implement change. In your final year, you will partner with an external organisation and tackle a problem of real world significance. The course includes an internship - either domestic or international - that provides an experience of the world of work.

This course is breaking new ground in science education in Australia. Throughout the course you will be encouraged to develop professional relationships and mentors with the science faculty alumni and the broader community.

As a graduate of this course you will have access to all the traditional careers of science honours graduates, and also be well prepared for further studies. You will enter the workforce equipped to grow into a leader capable of exploiting science to address complex challenges. You will have the necessary knowledge and skills to be attractive to top management consultancies, businesses and institutions. Whatever path you decide to take, you will be able to use your broad-based training, learning and experiences as a launch pad to making significant contributions to improving the human condition.

Contacts

Academic Coordinator: Associate Professor Djuke Veldhuis

Common questions

How long is Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours)?

4 years full time, 192 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 8 semesters of full-time study.

What majors can I take in Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours)?

45 majors in 2027, including Anatomy and developmental biology; Applied mathematics; Applied microbiology; Astrophysics; Biochemistry; Chemistry; Climate and atmospheric science; and Computational science.

What ATAR do I need for Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours)?

The guaranteed ATAR listed for 2027 entry is 85.

Where can I study Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours)?

At Clayton.

How do I plan my Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours) units?

Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.

Course details

Qualification: Bachelor Honours Degree
AQF level: Level 8
Credit points: 192
Full time: 4 Years
Part time: 8 Years
Maximum time: 10 years

Faculty: Faculty of Science
CRICOS code: 083682D
Abbreviation: BScAdvGlblChal(Hons)
Award title: Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours)
Handbook years: 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 20262027