biological sciences HONOURs 2014 - The University of Sydney
biological sciences HONOURs 2014 - The University of Sydney
biological sciences HONOURs 2014 - The University of Sydney
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BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES<br />
Honours Coordinator<br />
Welcome<br />
One <strong>of</strong> the beauties <strong>of</strong> being a biologist in the<br />
21st century is that we still know so little about<br />
so much. <strong>The</strong> honours program in the School <strong>of</strong><br />
Biological Sciences is your chance to become<br />
involved in unravelling the mysteries <strong>of</strong> life.<br />
Your honours year is more than simply the fourth year <strong>of</strong> an<br />
undergraduate degree. In undertaking a research project under<br />
the supervision <strong>of</strong> world-class biologists, you will have the<br />
opportunity to develop skills and ways <strong>of</strong> thinking that mark<br />
the start <strong>of</strong> your journey into a world <strong>of</strong> dynamic and exciting<br />
careers.<br />
<strong>The</strong> research-intensive program will challenge you and<br />
expose you to the highs (and lows) <strong>of</strong> taking ownership <strong>of</strong><br />
groundbreaking research. Honours students are integrated<br />
into the broader research community throughout the program;<br />
many students ultimately present their work at international<br />
conferences and publish it in prestigious journals.<br />
This booklet outlines some <strong>of</strong> the opportunities that are<br />
available for prospective honours students. Many <strong>of</strong> the ideas<br />
listed here are simply that; ideas. We encourage you to speak<br />
to prospective supervisors about their research, their research<br />
groups and where the projects may take you.<br />
Associate Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Dieter Hochuli<br />
Honours Coordinator for the School <strong>of</strong> Biological Sciences