Be distinct and give yourself the best opportunity to succeed!
Griffith Honours College provides experiences and opportunities that help high-achieving undergraduate students reach their full potential.
Admission is limited and based on academic and personal achievement. Future and current undergraduate students are encouraged to apply.
Honours College benefits
Increase your employability
Your place in Griffith Honours College will give you the skills needed for high-demand roles. Such skills include leadership, communication and teamwork.
Expand your graduate opportunities
As an Honours College student, you'll be encouraged to undertake practical training and boost your professional network before graduating.
Gain a global perspective
Honours College students are encouraged to study, volunteer or working overseas for a few weeks, a few months or even a year.
GHC students talk about their remarkable experiences
Kimberley Bates
As a Townsville teenager with a rebellious streak, it took some time for Kimberley Bates to start the journey to university. Seven years down the track, her understanding of a university degree and what it can do for someone’s life is an entirely different picture, one with depth and colour and one without borders.
Caitlene Hillman
Meet Caitlene Hillman, Griffith Honours College student, AFR Top 100 Future Leader and Griffith business student. First-hand experiences during her degree have prepared her for the future of business.
Peter Avetisoff
Peter Avetisoff left school in year nine and endured a 15-year drug addiction. Today, he is a high-achieving student at Griffith University and a member of Griffith Honours College. He is studying a Bachelor of Counselling. Peter says, "I want to do something profound to help people."
Opportunities
Receive guidance
You will be supported in your career goals, as each Honours College student will be matched with a mentor. Take part in regular one-on-one sessions and receive personal attention throughout your degree.
Your mentor will assist in selecting the right experiences for you to develop your skills personally and professionally. Depending on your future aspirations, you may be matched with a leading Griffith researcher, academic or an external industry partner.
Experience the world
You will be encouraged to gain a global perspective by studying, volunteering or working overseas. You could:
- study for overseas at one of our partner universities
- participate in International Youth Leadership Programs
- undertake overseas industrial experience at a leading company in your field of study
- be part of international community volunteering projects.
Funding support for overseas experiences can be applied for through Griffith Global Mobility and the Griffith Honours College.
Collaboration
Share ideas and work with leading researchers, academics and other high-achieving students. The Student-Led Initiative Committee also organises regular social activities.
Professional training
Undertake practical professional training coordinated by your School or Faculty to place you in a high-quality organisation related to your area of study.
Research bursaries
Honours College students interested in undertaking a short research project can apply for funded research experience opportunities.
How to apply
How you apply for Honours College admission depends on whether you're a future or current Griffith student. Find out more about what process is relevant to you.
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