Challenge and develop your critical thinking and analytical skills in this elite four-year program, and prepare yourself for a rewarding career in science research and industry. The Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) is a specialised program that provides high-achieving future leaders the opportunity to pursue their scientific passion and gain extensive research experience under the guidance of prominent research scientists and thought leaders. Throughout your program you’ll work alongside researchers and collaborate with your peers on cutting-edge research projects to challenge your problem-solving capabilities and develop your research, analytical and communications skills. In first year, a broad range of advanced courses will enhance your interdisciplinary scientific knowledge and practical skills. You’ll then develop your scientific expertise and technical skills through a core specialisation. Choose from 24 specialist fields from across science and mathematics. You’ll have the option to complement your specialisation with a major or minor across a broad range of scientific fields, with a choice of 24 majors and 32 minors. Alternatively, diversify your skill set by choosing from 46 minors in other study areas, including languages, communication, design and economics. Your final year will be dedicated to an independent research project in your chosen specialisation. In some cases this may also be combined with advanced coursework to enhance your expertise. You'll graduate with a respected honours qualification, with advanced knowledge and skills that will set you apart in a competitive job market, prove your leadership potential and provide a pathway into future research and learning. Statistics Apply the tools of modern statistics to inform data-driven decision-making and solve real-world problems. In this major, we combine theory with practical experience to expand your critical thinking, enhance your analytical capabilities and develop your technical skills. You'll discover how statistics are used to help solve real-world problems, such as improving medical treatments through data-driven experimental design, or using meteorological and spatial data to assess drought conditions in local communities. You'll learn and apply statistical techniques to analyse and interpret complex data, and transform it into meaningful insights. Statisticians and data analysts are in high demand across business, industry, research and government to forecast, analyse and solve a variety of complex issues. Career possibilities Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to: Biochemist Embryologist Palaeo-environmental scientist Biodiversity project officer Exploration technician Biomedical engineer Wildlife management officer Mine geologist Quantitative researcher Materials scientist