Bachelor of Research
University of Wollongong
About
The Bachelor of Research degree offers a specialisation in Education and comprises research training and coursework, requiring students to complete 48 credit points of subjects.The Bachelor of Research and Master of Research are a set of nested qualifications.
Students completing the Bachelor of Research will receive 48 credit points of credit transfer and be able to enrol in the 2nd year of the Master of Research and undertake the 48 credit point thesis.
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.
This page outlines the Bachelor of Research with a major in Education.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| EDAR401 | Advanced Research Methods | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
And either:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDPR401 | Honours Thesis | 18 | Spring 2020/Autumn 2021 |
Or
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EYPD401 | Early Years Project | 12 | Annual |
Plus 18 or 24 credit points from the elective list below, depending on the subject chosen above, to reach a total of 48 credit points.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDAW401 | Aboriginal Ways of Knowing and Learning | 6 | Autumn |
| EDEC401 | Disability Issues Across the Lifespan | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDEC402 | Programming for Individuals with High Support Needs | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDEL401 | Children's Literature in the Later Primary Years | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDEP401 | PDHPE Elective B | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDEP402 | PDHPE: Coaching and Sport Administration - Elective C | 6 | Spring |
| EDET402 | Teaching English in International Contexts | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDET412 | Teaching Speaking and Listening to Second Language Learners | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDPP402 | Leadership, Management and Professional Learning in Phys&Health Edu | 12 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDSE401 | Education for Social Equity | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDUP491 | Inclusive Physical Education | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EYEK402 | Engaging Koori Kids and their Families | 6 | Spring |
| EYLL402 | Children's Literature in the Early Years | 6 | Spring |
| EYMP402 | Advocacy and Leadership in Early Childhood | 6 | Autumn |
| EYTE401 | Contemporary Theories and Practice in Early Childhood | 6 | Autumn |
| EYTS401 | Transition to School | 6 | Spring |
For information regarding timetables, tutorials, and classes please the visit the Timetables and Classes page.
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.
Institution
