Bachelor of Business, Government and Policy (Honours)

A tailored research and training experience

The Faculty of Business, Government and Law (BGL) Executive Honours Degree is a prestigious program open to students from all academic pathways, both within the University of Canberra and from other universities. This program recognises the diverse intersections between business, law, and politics across various disciplines, welcoming individuals eager to deepen their research and advance their careers.

As part of the BGL Executive Honours program, students gain access to an exceptional array of resources and opportunities designed to enhance their academic journey. Each student is guided by two dedicated supervisors and enjoys exclusive 24/7 access to a personal desk space on campus. The program fosters collaboration through a small, supportive cohort of peers and provides expert assistance from the Honours Program Director, who is available to guide you throughout your studies. The program’s distinctive thesis-by-publication model offers the opportunity to graduate with published work, establishing you as an emerging scholar.

In addition to academic support, the program provides paid teaching and research opportunities, postgraduate internships, and access to active research projects where students can collaborate with leading experts. Networking opportunities abound, with monthly public events in Canberra that connect you with industry and thought leaders. Tailored career development and academic mentoring through UC Careers ensure students are well-prepared for their professional futures.

The program is flexible, allowing students to study full-time or part-time and engage with its many offerings to the extent that suits their individual goals. Formal training is integrated into the program through two research methodology units, typically undertaken in the first semester. These units lay the groundwork for your research, complemented by a dynamic process of refining your ideas and academic voice through collaborative feedback with your supervisors and Program Director.

Grounded in the principles of rigorous and well-socialised research, the BGL Executive Honours Degree is designed to empower students to explore their passions, excel in their chosen fields, and make meaningful contributions to academia and beyond. With its unparalleled blend of support, flexibility, and opportunities, this program puts you in control of your Honours journey—your research, your way.

To be admitted to the course, applicants require:

a) Completion of an undergraduate degree in an area relevant to their proposed program of study ie business, psychology, politics, economics, communication and an overall GPA of 5.5 or equivalent. The bachelor degree should be completed within the last 10 years.

b) Academic judgement that the student can be expected to achieve an Honours level in the course.

The application process will include a two page proposal outlining the proposed thesis topic, any industry partners, the name and signature of the principal supervisor, background literature, proposed research questions and proposed method.

Additional admission requirements

Students must discuss their proposed research area with a potential supervisor before applying.

An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).