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Symmetry:
So I'm a year 12 student (just finished) and I'm struggling to decide whether to apply for the PhB at ANU. I'm pretty sure I'll get the 99+ ATAR but I'm uncertain about whether the course is right for me, or if I should just go for the Bachelor of Science (Adv) (Hons) instead (or possibly a double degree with psychology).
If you're doing/have done a science PhB or know someone who has, I'd be really appreciative if you could spare some insight about one or more of these questions, or anything else you think could help.

1. How does the workload of a PhB student compare with that of a Bachelor of Science (Advanced) student? Would you say the PhB is a relatively demanding/stressful course?

2. Would you say that a PhB student has a significant advantage in terms of research opportunities in the future?

3. Does a PhB student need to consistently perform at a high intellectual standard?
I'd say I have a decent level of intelligence but I'm not one of those 'gifted mind' students who catches on fast and is the first to ask perceptive questions. At times I'm a somewhat slow learner, but given the time to do some of my own thinking & reading I tend to eventually end up with a thorough understanding of a subject area.

4. If you're not entirely certain that you want to do scientific research as a profession, is the PhB a bad idea?


Thanks a million. Btw sorry if similar questions have come up before, I'm new here  ;D

thushan:
I was in your position too - I was considering the PhB at the ANU.

1. From what I heard, the workload is very very demanding, and it is a stressful but very highly intellectually stimulating course.

2. I would say yes, particularly in terms of connections - the ANU LOVES the PhB kids apparently.

3. Yes, a HD average must be maintained.

4. Not at all if you ask me. If you like a challenge and you love science, the PhB is for you.

"At times I'm a somewhat slow learner, but given the time to do some of my own thinking & reading I tend to eventually end up with a thorough understanding of a subject area."

You're EXACTLY like me. I find that compared to the other med kids (in my course) I have to put in a LOT more work than the others in my year level to get the same level of understanding (using them as a reference only), but once I get it, its very firm in my head. You might find that you'll have to work a fair bit harder than the others in your year, but keep at it, because once you get it, its very very rewarding. To get around that issue, I recommend reading ahead.

nerfsdacier:
"Chemderp", what made you choose monash over ANU? was it just the fact that ANU was interstate?

thushan:
Pretty much, and Monash med was shorter than PhB/MBBS at the ANU.

Eriny:
With 3, as long as you perform well on assignments/exams it doesn't matter how fast you learn. You are given time for learning and revision after all.

PhB Science is very similar to a regular BSc, the difference being the availability of research projects (which is a good opportunity if research is your thing) and the HD requirement. The HD requirement can be hard to manage and super stressful, but it is outweighed by the opportunities you get, IMO.

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