Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours)
The University of Newcastle
About
The Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours) degree examines globalisation processes from a variety of approaches, with a focus on urban and regional impacts, sustainable development and cultural diversity.
It is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program designed to allow students to develop their interests and expertise.
The program consists of advanced theory, higher level learning and research and is considered to be a pathway into Research Higher degree study.
Structure
| Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG4310 | Development Studies Honours 4310 | Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) | 20 units |
| GEOG4320 | Development Studies Honours 4320 | Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) | 20 units |
| GEOG4330 | Development Studies Honours 4330 | Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) | 20 units |
| GEOG4340 | Development Studies Honours 4340 | Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) | 20 units |
Entry requirements
Supervision from a discipline academic must be sought before submitting your application.
To be admitted into the program applicants must have completed the Bachelor of Development Studies or another cognate degree within the last five years with a minimum GPA of 5.0 in:
- all studies undertaken in the program; or
- across a major in the proposed discipline of study; or
- across 80 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists); or
- where the applicant has completed less than 80 units at 3000 level, a GPA of 5.5 calculated from at least 60 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists).
In exceptional circumstances the above requirements may be varied with permission of the PVC upon the recommendation of the Head of School.
Domestic applicants can can apply by submitting the End-On Honours Application Form
International applicants can apply by submitting the End-On Honours Application Form and the International Application Form
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
- High-level theoretical and applied knowledge in development studies within an interdisciplinary base
- Capacity for high-quality, original and independent research on issues of: international development; globalisation; sustainability; urban and regional change; and social citizenship
- Capacity for high-level analysis and management of processes of social change and transformation
- Ability to apply knowledge in a variety of environmental, regional and cultural contexts
- Cognisance of and empathy with the benefits of cultural diversity and environmental sustainability
- Advanced written, oral and/or other communication skills
Institution
