Honours program
BCMB 499: Honours research thesis
- An opportunity to study with in our department!
- Become part of a research team, with your own project.
- It's a 3-unit program made up of 2 courses: BCMB 499A/B.
- A chance to learn the latest lab techniques while doing original research.
- You will also write up and defend a thesis on your chosen research project.
Contact the Honours Advisor, Dr. Julian Lum, or the Chair's Assistant if you are interested in pursuing an Honours degree.
Requirements
Please note, you need to be entering the 4th year of your degree program, taking a full course load (minimum of 6 units per term including BCMB 499A or B) and have a GPA of 6 or more in 300 level departmental courses in order to be registered as an Honours student. Registration in BCMB 499A/B requires permission of the department.
You may not take Directed Studies (BIOC or MICR 470) at the same time as BCMB 499A/B.
Forms, guidelines and information
- BCMB 499 application procedures
- BCMB 499 application form
- BCMB 499 sample research proposal
- BCMB 499 thesis guidelines
- BCMB 499 evaluation guide
- BCMB 499 responsibilities of supervisors
- BCMB Jamie Cassels Undergraduate Research Award (JCURA) Internal Application
A good example of an Honours thesis: Scott 2023.