If you are interested in a research career in physics, an Honours degree is virtually the minimum requirement, although a Pass degree will prepare you for many careers in physics and related areas. It is also necessary to have an Honours degree before proceeding to postgraduate study.
Many students also end up publishing one or more scientific papers based on their Honours research.
Honours classes are relatively large, with typically around 15 students enrolled, enabling wide interaction between students. There is also a diverse range of postgraduate opportunities for those who wish to continue to further study. During the Honours year you will be treated as a member of the active research group in which you do your project. Students from other universities are eligible to enrol in Honours if their results are of equivalent standard. Students intending to undertake a primarily theoretical project in Physics Honours are advised to take a substantial number of Mathematics options in 3rd Year.