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Honours applications

Apply for an undergraduate honours course

Honours is a great way to specialise in your area of interest and develop research skills.

Find out whether you're eligible, and when and how to apply.

Application dates for honours

Applications for Spring session 2024 are now closed.

Applications for Autumn session 2025 opens on 22 July 2024.

Why study an honours course?

Honours courses allow you to gain a deeper understanding and expertise in your chosen field, developing your research and communication skills.

They can be an edge in the job market or a stepping stone to further research degrees, such as a masters.

Who can study an honours course?

To study an honours course, you generally need to have completed a bachelor degree by the time your honours course commences.

What should I do before applying for an honours course?

The admissions requirements for honours differ by course.

Depending on your course, you may need to:

  • decide on a research topic, either from those offered by your faculty or according to your own interests
  • confirm a supervisor within your faculty is willing to oversee your research.

You should check the admissions requirements of your course with your faculty before applying.

How to apply

Domestic applications

UTS accepts domestic applications for undergraduate honours courses directly through My Student Portal

International applications

Visit Apply to UTS as an international student for a step-by-step guide on how to apply.

I need help with my honours application

Domestic students

Ask UTS can help you with your application – call 1300 ASK UTS (1300 275 887) or submit an online enquiry.

If your question is about the content of your honours program, including your research topic, you should contact your faculty.

International students

Visit apply to UTS as an international student for more information or assistance with your honours application.