Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

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  • Duration

    1 year full-time
    (or part-time equiv.)
  • Start Dates

    February

  • Location

Turn high-achieving into a higher degree

There are many reasons we encourage graduates to apply for an honours year. You might want to build a necessary foundation for postgraduate research. You could be seeking answers to questions no one else has asked. Perhaps you’re pursuing advanced communication skills and subject knowledge to gain a competitive edge in the job market.

Our prerequisite for honours study is at least a credit standard in a specified major. Applications are called for by Departments/Disciplines in October and November each year.

What will you do?

  • Attend regular classes for advanced coursework.
  • Partner with an academic mentor who’ll support and encourage your intellectual development.
  • Produce an extended piece of work (thesis) on a chosen topic.
You'll focus your honours degree in any of the following areas:
  • Anthropology
  • Chinese Studies
  • Classics
  • Creative Writing
  • Criminology
  • English
  • Film Studies
  • French Studies
  • Gender Studies and Social Analysis
  • Geography, Environment and Population
  • German Studies
  • History
  • International Development
  • Japanese Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Politics and International Relations
  • Sociology
  • Spanish Studies

Further information on eligibility and how to apply is available via the .


  • Showcase your abilities with a Honours degree
  • Dive deeply into researching your passion
  • Be part of a community of world-leading academics

Entry Requirements

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An Honours Nomination Form must be submitted at the following website: /study/honours. Further information on Honours in the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics can also be found at this site:

Domestic applicants

Admissions information

SATAC Code 3BH002
Deferment Yes - 2 year
Intake

February

Selection Criteria
Higher Education Study

A completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4.5, a major sequence consisting of 24 units in chosen major or equivalent with a minimum credit average grade (65% or better) in that major sequence. 

Other Entry Pathways

Fees and Scholarships

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Domestic applicants

Indicative annual tuition fees
Commonwealth-supported place: $6,210

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Scholarships

Scholarships are not only for high achievers鈥攖hey are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.

Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.

To browse scholarships offered by the University, visit:

To explore scholarships offered by organisations external to the University, visit: External Scholarships

Careers

Potential careers

Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:

Music Historian;  Cultural Heritage Officer;  Project Officer;  Education Officer;  Research and Education;  Social Researcher;  Archivist;  Author;  Communications Officer;  Copywriter ...

Degree Structure

Academic Program Rules

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Example Study Plan

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Testimonial

Undertaking opportunities offered by the University such as study tours, internships and starting a club, my life perspective has also been broadened.

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Last updated: Friday, 17 Nov 2023