Bachelor of Research
University of Wollongong
About
As a student wishing to pursue further study in the field of humanities, you have an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of your discipline with the Bachelor of Research (Arts and Humanities).
You may choose to specialise in History, Politics, Sociology, Indigenous Studies, Language and Linguistics, International Studies, Philosophy, Cultural Studies, English or Science and Technology Studies.Comprised of research training and coursework, this single year (or part-time equivalent) degree may qualify students for advanced standing in the Master of Research.Students completing the Bachelor of Research from the Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts can specialise in either Arts and Humanities, or Creative Arts, and are able to focus their research in the following areas:
Structure
The Bachelor of Research degree comprises both research and research training, requiring students to complete 48 credit points of subjects, as specified in the chosen area of study.
Year 1
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| LHA 401 | The Writer: Critic, Analyst, Voice | 12 |
| LHA 402 | The Researcher: People, Places, Methods | 12 |
Plus ONE from the following:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| LHA 403 | The Project and the Plan | 12 |
| RESH405 | Preliminary Research Project | 12 |
Plus ONE of the following Discipline Subjects:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL470 | Research in English | 12 |
| HIST470 | Research in History | 12 |
| LANG470 | Research Methods in Languages and Linguistics | 12 |
| PAIS470 | Research in Politics and International Studies | 12 |
| PHIL470 | Research Methods in Philosophy | 12 |
| SCTI470 | Research in Critical Social Inquiry | 12 |
Click on subject codes in the above table for information on sessions of offer for each subject. To find out specific information on timetables, tutorials, and classes, visit the Timetable page.
Specialisations
Entry requirements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.
Learning outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
CLO Description 1 Use well-developed judgement and knowledge to analyse, critically evaluate and interpret advanced theoretical and technical knowledge, and research methods, in an identified discipline area. 2 Develop a project plan based on a well-developed understanding of, and reflection on, existing discipline knowledge and ideas and in the context of methodological limitations, privacy issues and the ethical conduct of research. 3 With creativity and initiative, plan a project using theoretical and technical knowledge and research methods applicable to the identified discipline area. 4 With autonomy, adaptability and responsibility as a learner, analyse, generate and communicate solutions to complex problems through the design and implementation of a project plan. 5 Communicate advanced knowledge, expert skills and ideas to a range of audiences through application of advanced cognitive, technical and language (oral and written) communication skills and careful selection of appropriate media.
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