Honours - How to apply

Mid-year entry (Semester 2 commencement) is not accepted for the School of Social Science Honours programs. All applications will only be considered for Semester 1 entry.

1. Please read through the Important Honours Dates 

Ensure you are aware of all dates and deadlines for your Honours application. Key dates for each step are detailed below, and a summary of all Important Honours Dates can be found on the School of Social Science Honours page.

2. Attend an Honours Information session the year before you would like to commence Honours

An information session for students interested in commencing Honours in 2027 will be held in September/October 2026. More information about the session, including specific dates will be made available later in the year.  

3. Check the Honours Entry Requirements 

Use the following link to check the entry requirements for the program you would like to apply for. If you do not meet the entry requirements, or have questions regarding the entry requirements, please contact the School of Social Science. 

4. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for Honours 

Expressions of Interest for students who are interested in commencing Honours in 2027 are due in early November 2026. More information about specific dates will be made available later in the year. 

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5. Submit an online Honours Application via apply.uq.edu.au

Students are expected to complete the online Honours Application process around the same time as submitting their expression of interest, and no later than December 2026. An application link will be made available later in the year. 

You must submit both an EOI and online Honours Application