Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba

University Rank:#410

Duration1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 28,840 / year(s)

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

About

Overview

Extend your passion: Honours is a specialised year of study for students who have achieved a high standard in undergraduate studies.
A BA honours degree enables you to specialise in a study area of your choice, while developing a capacity for advanced research at a higher academic level.
You will learn to prepare a supervised research thesis which builds a foundation for further study into the Master of Research or a PhD, and enhance your personal, cultural, creative and intellectual skills in analysis and communication to give you an edge in a competitive job market.
UniSQ offers supervision in the following disciplines in Bachelor of Arts (Honours):
- Anthropology
- Contemporary Media Studies
- Creative and Critical Writing
- English Literature
- History
- International Relations
- Journalism Studies
- Public Relations Studies
- Social Justice Studies

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Completion of a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Southern Queensland or other equivalent bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the discipline stream from a recognised university, with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0.
Before applying, intending students are advised to contact a potential supervisor for consideration of the application and research topics.

English language requirements

You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subscore. UniSQ also accepts other English language proficiency tests.

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can apply to study with our English language partner, the Union Institute of Language (UIL), or if you're a domestic student you can apply to study UniSQ Ready courses TPP0122 and TPP0123.

English Program Requirements

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Career

Career outcomes

Employers often view a BA honours degree as proof of your commitment and ability to undertake research and handle analytical and complex tasks, enabling career opportunities across a range of sectors.
Graduates from this degree foster specialised knowledge in their field and enhance their critical thinking, independent learning and transferable skills.

Fee Information

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba