Bachelor of Research

The Bachelor of Research degree offers a specialisation in Biological Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences and Medical and Health Science and comprises research training and coursework, requiring students to complete 48 credit points of subjects.Students completing the Bachelor of Research will receive 48 credit points of advanced standing and be able to enroll in the 2nd year of the Master of Research and undertake the 48 credit point thesis.

To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Research, a candidate must successfully complete at least 48 credit points, as specified in the chosen area of study.

Areas of Study

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.