Tools to help you enrol in Science units (Advanced Research)
On this page, you will find tools to help you understand your course structure and requirements and choose units to enrol in.
To accept your offer you must enrol in units by your offer lapse date. If you are not certain about your unit choice, enrol in units and contact Monash Connect for further assistance. You can make changes to your enrolled units until the end of the second week of semester.
Watch our videos below which cover enrolment, choosing your units and science areas of study plus our schools cover level one units and discipline information.
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Bachelor of Science Advanced - Research (Honours) enrolment information
School enrolment information
School of Biological Sciences enrolment information
School of Chemistry enrolment information
School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment enrolment information
School of Mathematical Sciences enrolment information
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The pre-requisites for SCI1022 have changed and the unit has no year 12 pre-requisites.
School of Physics and Astronomy enrolment information
Understand your course requirements and course maps
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Please familiarise yourself with the structure of the Bachelor of Science Advanced – Research (Honours) (course code S3002). You can find this information in the Handbook and a course progression map which provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.
Using the information available on this page, we recommend you use a course map to plan your course and check that your units and major/s fit within your course structure.
You must complete all your course requirements to be eligible to graduate.
Choosing what you want to study
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During your science course, you need to complete at least two science majors, OR an extended science major and a science minor from two different listed science areas of study. A major is an area of specialisation achieved by completing specific groups of science units.
There is the range of majors you can choose from, with the flexibility to try different combinations of units before deciding on your major. The units you choose will impact what major(s) you graduate with at the end of your course and what Honours discipline you are eligible to complete.
If you are commencing your course in semester two you only need to enrol in units for semester two. Your choice of units may be limited by unit prerequisites and you may not be able to enrol in some units. (You enrol in units for the next year during the re-enrolment period.)
Note: When you start enrolling in units online, you’ll be prompted to nominate the science majors that you would like to complete. You can select what areas you think you want to major in now, and you can change your mind prior to re-enrolling in your second year.
You can explore the majors in detail here under ‘Requirements’, Part B, Science majors. The handbook entries outline all the units you need to take under each major.
Details of science minors and extended majors can be found under ‘Requirements", Part B, Science extended majors and Science minors.
Note: Environmental science and Financial and insurance mathematics are only offered as extended majors and Molecular biology is only offered as a minor.
Please refer to this table for a list of all available science minor, majors and extended majors at Clayton.
Units you have to enrol in
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How many units do I enrol in?
Domestic students
As a full-time domestic student, you enrol in eight units per year (48 points), normally four units in semester one (24 points) and four units in semester two (24 credit points) to complete your course in the standard duration.
If you plan to take fewer units in an academic year (and take longer to complete your course), you can enrol in less points per semester online but if you plan to do 6 points per semester then you will need to enrol in a minimum of 12 points per semester to accept your offer, and then change your intended study load to 6 points by:
- changing from full-time to part-time via the Study Load menu option in the Web Enrolment System and then going into the unit Enrolment module and discontinuing units; or
- complete the online enrolment amendment form.
Note: This is your intended study load for the purposes of enrolment only.
If you choose to change your intended study load below 36 points per academic year, you may not be eligible for government payments such as Youth Allowance, Austudy or public transport concessions. Contact Centrelink for help. Enrolment in less than 36 credit points (EFTSL of less than .75) means you are a part-time student and enrolment in between 36 and 48 credit points per academic year means you are a full-time student for government payments.
International students (on a student visa)
If you're on a student visa, you must complete your course in the time stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). To do this, you need to enrol in a full-time study load (this normally equates to 24 credit points per semester or 48 credit points per academic calendar year).
What units do I choose?
YEAR 1 Semester 1 | Science major approved level 1 sequence 1 | Approved level 1 sequence 2 | SCI1005 Scientific research and communication | Free elective* |
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YEAR 1 Semester 2 | Science major approved level 1 sequence 1 | Approved level 1 sequence 2 | One of: SCI1022, STA1010, MTH1020, MTH1030, MTH1035 (or elective or science unit if already taken as part of another level one sequence) (this unit can be taken in either semester one or two except MTH1035 which is only offered in semester 1) | SCI1015 Research first project (depending on project availability and timetable, you may complete this unit in semester 2 or in summer) |
*Free elective can be science or non-science
When you start the process of enrolling in units, you must enrol in 36 or 42 points of level one science units as follows:
- Core communication unit (6 points)
As part of your course requirements you are required to complete SCI1005 Scientific research and communication. This unit is only available in semester one.
- Two level one approved science sequences (24 points)
You must enrol in two approved science sequences (24 points). The sequences information can be found under ‘Requirements’, Part A Science specified study. These sequences correspond with the majors or extended major and minor you would like to complete (as outlined in the table below).
Note: ASP1010 + ASP1022 and CLI1100 + CLI1200 are not approved level one science sequences.
Your choice of level one sequences will impact your choice of level two and level three units and lay the foundation for related majors.
The two level one sequences must be selected from separate disciplines and cannot have units in common. For example: BIO1011 + BIO1022, and BIO1011 + BIO1042, do not equal two level one approved science sequences as both sequences are from the same discipline and have BIO1011 in common.
This table details the majors available and the sequences you have to enrol in at level one.
- Mathematics or statistics unit
If you have not enrolled in an approved level one mathematics sequence as part of your two sequences, you must also enrol in one first year mathematics or statistics unit from the following units SCI1022, STA1010, MTH1020, MTH1030, or MTH1035. Please note that MTH1035 is only offered in semester one.
If you have completed a level one approved mathematics sequence, you complete an elective (science or non-science) instead.
The level one mathematics and statistics unit you choose will depend on your mathematics background and interests. You must complete this requirement within the first 48 credit points of your course and you can enrol in this unit in either semester one or two.
Refer to the information below and this guide when choosing the appropriate level one mathematics and statistics unit for your course progression.
SCI1022 - Introduction to scientific coding
Recommended if you want to gain fundamental coding skills that can be applied in a variety of scientific areas. It's useful for data analysis, modelling of complex systems, data manipulation and visualisation in a scientific context.STA1010 - Statistical methods for science
Recommended if you are planning to study areas where experimental design and data analysis skills are particularly important, such as Biological (including Genetics and Genomics), Biomedical, and Psychology areas of study and Environmental science (ecology stream).MTH1020 - Analysis of change and MTH1030 - Techniques for modelling
Recommended if you have an interest in Astrophysics, Climate and atmospheric science (weather and climate stream), Computational science, Mathematics and/or Physics. MTH1030 requires you to have studied VCE Specialist Mathematics with a raw score of at least 30 (or equivalent).If you have an interest in Chemistry, Climate and atmospheric science (climate change science stream), Environmental earth science, Environmental science (environmental earth sciences and climate streams), Geographical science or Geosciences you can choose from any of the above level one listed mathematics or statistic units depending on your mathematics background.
If you have VCE Specialist Mathematics with an ATAR score of 95 or above, or a VCE raw study score of 35 or above in Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) and a keen interest in the subject you could replace the unit MTH1030 with the advanced version MTH1035. You'll need to seek permission to enrol in this unit by completing the online enrolment amendment form.
If you are commencing in semester two:
- You only need to enrol in units for semester two. In October/November you will re-enrol in your units for the following year via the Web Enrolment System (WES).
- Your choice of units may be limited by unit prerequisites, and you may not be able to enrol in some units. If you require further assistance selecting your units please contact Monash Connect.
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If you have VCE Specialist Mathematics with an ATAR score of 95 or above, or a VCE raw study score of 35 or above in Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent), and a keen interest in the subject, you can replace MTH1030 and MTH2010 with the advanced version of these units – MTH1035 and MTH2015. You need to seek permission to enrol in these units completing an online enrolment amendment form.
If you have VCE units 3 and 4 Chemistry with a raw study score of 37 or above, or an ATAR score of 90 or above (or equivalent), you can enrol in CHM1051 and CHM1052, the advanced versions of CHM1011 and CHM1022. You can enrol in CHM1051 and CHM1052 via the online enrolment system (WES).
If you have achieved an ATAR of 95 or above, you can replace FIT1045 and FIT1008 with the advanced version of these units – FIT1053 and FIT1054. You need to seek permission to enrol in these units by completing an online enrolment amendment form.
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You cannot enrol in SCI1020 or MTH1010.
First year students wishing to take level two units in their first year of study should discuss options with the course coordinator.
To continue in this course, you need to maintain a minimum of a 70% average across all science units in each calendar year. If you do not achieve this average you will be required to transfer to the Bachelor of Science.
You must complete a level three science research project unit.
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A science unit is a unit listed under any major, extended major or minor offered in the Bachelor of Science or from the list of level 1 mathematics and statistics units (SCI1022, STA1010, MTH1020, MTH1030/1035) or from the list below:
- CLI1100 Climate change: A wicked problem
- CLI1200 Climate change: Impacts and adaptations
- SCI1200 Humans, evolution and modern society (prohibition with all level one biology (BIO) units)
- SCI2030 Indigenous science: Science through the eyes of Australia’s first peoples
- SCI2400 Creative methods at the intersections of science and art (Prato unit offered in summer semester)
- SCI3920 Science internship
- SCI3925 Science internship extended
- SCI3930 Career skills for scientists
- SCI3990 Science in action research project
- MTE4235 Nuclear energy: Science, technology and society
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First year science units
Refer to this table for all the first year science units available. Use it to select additional level one science units you would like to complete. It is up to you what units you select in addition to your science sequences and core units. Many science students use these units to explore areas of science completely outside their experience.
Free electives
You can complete 18 or 24 points of free electives as part of your course depending on your level one core requirements listed above. You can do up to 24 points of free electives if you complete a level one mathematics sequence and 18 points if you don’t. Elective units may be taken from non-science disciplines to broaden knowledge as long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment in the units. You may need permission from the owning faculty to enrol in some units taught by other faculties.
Free electives can be identified in the current edition of the Handbook. The level of the unit is indicated by the first number in the unit code; undergraduate units are those that commence with the numbers 1-3.
To find out which elective units you can enrol in, and how to enrol, please refer to 'Electives with other faculties' under step 2 of your enrolment gateway.
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As your course has science prerequisites, and some of your units may have mathematics or science prerequisites, we encourage you to complete the Assumed Knowledge Skills Analysis to check your background knowledge and guide you to further resources if needed.
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Credit is the recognition of previous study or learning that can be counted towards a qualification. This can reduce the number of units required to complete a course of study.
You can apply for credit for:
- Completed TAFE (Diploma level and above) and University level subjects.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for Work Experience in Science. Please refer to the Guidelines for eligibility criteria.
If you are granted credit, you will be awarded credit points towards the completion of your degree and you will not be required to complete those units. You can search online for previous credit decisions to give you an idea of what you may be granted.
Please note that there are limits on the amount of credit you can be awarded at the course level. For the Bachelor of Science Advanced - Research (Honours) you must complete at least 48 points at Monash University including the following sub-limit:
- no credit will be granted toward the Research component of Honours.
VCE Algorithmics
If you have completed units 3 & 4 VCE Algorithmics (HESS), you may be eligible for two units of credit (12 credit points): FIT1045 Introduction to Programming and 6 points of science at level one.
How to apply
After you created your Monash computer account, you can submit your credit application and supporting documentation online for assessment.
You must provide an official academic transcript with the marks and grades of the study you have completed, and unit outlines which include detailed information on the list of topics studied, contact hours, texts and references, methods of assessment and learning outcomes. If you know which major you plan to complete, please specify this in your application.
You don’t need to provide your results or unit outlines for any study undertaken at Monash (including Higher Education studies) or VCE Algorithmics.
If you are applying for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for Work Experience in Science please refer to the Guidelines for evidence requirements.
It is recommended that you submit your credit application as soon as possible to allow you plenty of time to change your enrolment prior to the start of semester if required.
You will be notified of the outcome of your application via your Monash email.
In the meantime, enrol in level one units by your offer lapse date to secure your place in the course. You can change your unit enrolment after your credit application has been processed.
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The following study plans provide a suggested package of units to meet your level one requirements per area of study or major.
Note: use these as a guide only.
Your course fits together slightly differently than a standard Bachelor of Science.
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What we say What it means Handbook THE guide to everything you need to know about your course - it is your rule book. Please consult the Handbook for the year you started your course. Level one approved science sequence A level one approved science sequence comprises approved combinations of two 6 point science units at level one in the same discipline which lead to a major. Some of the approved level one sequences provide pathways to several majors. For example, the level one sequence of BIO1011 and BIO1022 can lead to a major in Zoology as well as Pharmacology. The list of approved level one sequences are linked from your course entry in the Handbook.
Note there is a limit on double counting units towards majors, minors and extended majors. No more than 12 credit points can be credited (counted) towards:- two majors, or
- a major and a minor
within a course. The same credit points cannot be credited towards more than one minor.Some majors require you to take additional units from a related discipline to strengthen your knowledge in those disciplines. For example, if you wish to complete a major in Physics, you must take level one and two mathematics units. These additional units are listed under the relevant science area of study.Major This is the area you choose to specialise within your course. A major is a defined set of units listed under each area of study. A science major requires the completion of 48 credit points. Refer to the major for the exact requirements you need to complete. Extended major By studying extra units from most areas of study, the extended major allows you to gain a deeper understanding of your chosen major. An extended major consists of 72 points from the approved list. Refer to the extended major for the exact requirements you need to complete. Minor A science minor will give you significant knowledge in another area of study. A minor consists of 24 credit. Refer to the minor for the exact requirements you need to complete. Unit Another name for the subject that you study at Monash. You can identify units by their alpha-numeric code (three letters followed by four digits e.g. EAE1022). The first three letters refer to a broad area of study and the first digit tells you the level of study. So EAE1022 is a first level unit of study offered in Earth Atmosphere and Environment (EAE). -
Help and support is always available. Please contact Monash Connect for course advice, assistance with deciding on your major, help sorting through the processes and requirements related to your course, and anything else you need.
- For course progression assistance, complete a course advice form with your questions.
- If you are unable to submit enrolment changes in units online via WES, then complete an Enrolment Amendment form.
- Here is a list of all student forms including credit, intermission and special consideration.
You can also contact the course coordinator:
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Sign up for the Monash Science Facebook group to stay on top of what’s going on in Science.
Subscribe to The Scapegoat, our Science student-run newsletter.
Meet friends by joining a Science club & society, like MASS3 (Monash Advanced Science Society) or MSS (the Monash Science Society), or one of our Science School clubs.
Visit and study in the Science Student Learning Lounge, 14 Rainforest Walk (ground floor) – you will be granted access to these rooms after the start of semester.
You can also join the Advanced Science Facebook group to stay in touch with other members of your course, and have access to the Science Advanced Common Room, G07 19 Rainforest Walk.
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This is a Moodle site designed to help you make a smooth transition to university. Each week when you log in to Moodle you will see answers to frequently asked questions, tips on where to get lecture notes, how to access library materials, managing workload, preparing for exams and so much more!
Science study drop-in centres/sessions
We offer drop in study centres/sessions for all students where you will find free tutoring and academic support. If you need assistance with lecture, tutorial or laboratory class content, the tutors in the learning centres/sessions can help.
For more information please see your unit's Moodle site or contact your unit coordinator. This mainly applies for level one units.
Mathematics Learning Centre - Priority is given to students in level-one units, but all year levels students are welcome. This includes Mathematics units taught with the Faculty of Information Technology and the Faculty of Engineering.
Peer mentoring
The Peer Mentoring Program is a collaboration between the Faculty of Science and our current senior science students. The Program helps you settle in and get connected as you start your journey through university. The program matches you with a senior science student who will help you get settled in and make new friends as you begin your studies.
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Course planning information for students in undergraduate science courses.
Career Prospects and Industry Experience - Turn your dreams into reality by building your professional experience with an internship or project.
- Internship units - Take an internship (domestic or international) for credit during your studies and ensure you have the skills you need for the workforce by applying for the unit SCI3920 Science Internship or SCI3925 Science Internship (extended).
- Build your employability skills with SCI3930 Career skills for scientists
- Indigenous science – Explore this topic in SCI2030
- Research project - Take part in a scientific research project and develop research skills and discover new knowledge. Completion of a level three research project unit is a requirement of your course, but you can complete more than one science research unit. Some disciplines offer level two research units.
Study overseas - Prepare for adventure and broaden your horizons by studying abroad. This includes a semester abroad, Monash-led programs such as Global Immersion Guarantee or Monash Global Campus Intensives, global study tours and field trips, overseas placements and industry projects.
Flagship Rich Educational Experiences – you have the opportunity to undertake global immersion, industry, research and volunteering experiences for credit for free elective units.
Leadership – Become involved in our Student Ambassador and Future Leaders Programs.
What's next
Now that you understand your course structure, please return to your enrolment gateway and continue with the enrolment steps. To accept your offer you must enrol in units by your offer lapse date.