Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) requires completion of 192 units, of which:
A maximum of 60 units can come from the completion of 1000 level courses
The 192 units must include:
48 units from the completion of one of the following Arts majors:
12 units from completion of further 2000- and 3000-level courses in the chosen major
36 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
ARTS1101 Advanced Studies 1: Thinking Research
ARTS1102 Advanced Studies 2: Doing Research
ARTS2101 Advanced Studies 3
ARTS2102 Advanced Studies 4
ARTS3101 Advanced Studies 5
ARTS3102 Advanced Studies 6
48 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU
48 units from the completion of an Honours Specialisation that is listed in the entry requirements of the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) as cognate to your Arts major, and for which any additional entry requirements as specified in the orders for the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) have been met.
Students must achieve a minimum 80% weighted mark across all compulsory courses undertaken in each period (Summer/First Semester/Autumn and Winter/Second Semester/Spring) in order to continue in the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours).
Students who do not achieve a minimum of 80% weighted average mark will be transferred to the Bachelor of Arts single degree.
Honours
The final year of the PhB consists of an Honours year. However no student is guaranteed entry to a particular Honours program or supervisor at the beginning of the degree, rather entry to particular Honours programs will be guaranteed with successful completion of a major (and specific Honours prerequisite courses) at the standard required for continuation in the program.
The work of the Honours year will consist of advanced work in a selected field of study, details of which are available through the Honours convener of the individual discipline. The Honours program has specific dates for application which are advertised in the Honours Handbook. Further information is available on the CASS Honours Students website.
Majors
Specialisations
Elective Study
Once you have met the program requirements of your degree, you may have enough electives to complete an additional elective major, minor or specialisation.
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | ARTS1101 Advanced Studies 1: Thinking Research 6 units | ARTS1102 Advanced Studies 2: Doing Research 6 units | Arts Major 1000 level Course 6 units | Elective Course 6 units |
| Elective Course 6 units | Elective Course 6 units | Arts Major 1000 level Course 6 units | Elective Course 6 units | |
| Year 2 48 units | ARTS2101 Advanced Studies 3 6 units | ARTS2102 Advanced Studies 4 6 units | Arts Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units | Arts Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units |
| Elective Course 6 units | Elective Course 6 units | Arts Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units | Arts Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units | |
| Year 3 48 units | ARTS3101 Advanced Studies 5 6 units | ARTS3102 Advanced Studies 6 6 units | Arts Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units | Arts Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units |
| Elective Course 6 units | Elective Course 6 units | Arts Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units | Arts Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units | |
| Year 4 48 units | 4000 Level Honours Course 6 units | 4000 Level Honours Course 6 units | 4000 Level Honours Course 6 units | 4000 Level Honours Course 6 units |
| 4000 Level Honours Course 6 units | 4000 Level Honours Course 6 units | 4000 Level Honours Course 6 units | 4000 Level Honours Course 6 units |
Admission Requirements
Admission to all programs is on a competitive basis. Admission to undergraduate degrees is based on meeting the ATAR requirement or an equivalent rank derived from the following qualifications:
• An Australian year 12 qualification or international equivalent; OR
• A completed Associate Diploma, Associate Degree, AQF Diploma, Diploma, AQF Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate or international equivalent; OR
• At least one standard full-time year (1.0 FTE) in a single program of degree level study at an Australian higher education institution or international equivalent; OR
• An approved tertiary preparation course unless subsequent study is undertaken.
Click HERE for further information about domestic admission.
The table below is a guide to the entry level required for domestic applicants. Exact entry level will be set at time of offer.
Domestic applicant entry requirements
From 2010, the UAI/ENTER/TER will be referred to as ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) for admission. See http://www.uac.edu.au/undergraduate/atar/ for further information.
Queensland Band equivalents are a guide only - selection is made on a UAI equivalent that is not available to students.
International applicant entry requirements
International applicants may view further information on admissions requirements at Entry Requirements for International Undergraduate Applicants
The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs as required.
- ATAR:
- 99
- QLD Band:
- 1
- International Baccalaureate:
- 42
Adjustment Factors
Bonus points to do not apply to programs with an ATAR cutoff of 98 or higher. They do not apply to this program.
Indicative fees
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $28,608.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) is an exciting research-focused degree at the ANU. It is an integrated program leading to an Honours award. It is designed for intellectually ambitious students who aspire to study at the highest level. Every student receives intensive individual attention from an academic advisor.
The PhB is flexible in its structure with your program determined each year in collaboration with your academic advisor. One quarter of your studies in the first three years will consist of individually tailored advanced studies courses specifically designed to provide you with a strong base in research. In these courses, you might do a reading course or literature review with an academic. In the fourth year you will undertake an Honours year centred around one Arts discipline.
A strict quota will apply to enrolments in this degree program. A wide range of scholarships is available to potential applicants.
Career Options
ANU provides you with more choice for your entrance score by offering the new Flexible Double Degree program.
The ANU Flexible Double Degree lets you build skills for your chosen career without forfeiting your passion. It's your choice to build a double degree partnership that suits your head and your heart.http://students.anu.edu.au/applications/
This program will not take applications for commencement after second semester, 2018
Learning Outcomes
Successful completion of this program enables students to:
- identify various research concepts, methodologies and methods;
- negotiate research projects by considering their academic relevance, possible academic contributions, and ethical implications;
- source and critically analyse research literature related to their topics of interest and research, and
- appraise concepts and arguments related to their topics of interest and research.
Single degree
Four years full-time (192 units) - 4 courses per semester (24 units)
Ten courses in one Arts discipline (A major of 8 courses plus 2 courses) (60 units)
Six Advanced Studies courses (36 units)
Eight electives (48 units) from across the ANU
Honours year (48 units)
About this degree
In a Bachelor of Philosophy degree program you will study a total of 192
units. Typically you will take 4 courses per semester (total of 24
units) as a full time student giving you a total of 36 (6-unit) courses
across your whole degree.
You'll need to take ten courses in one Arts
discipline (a major of 8 courses plus 2 courses) (60 units), six
advanced studies courses (36 units) and one Honours year (48 units).
You'll
also get to choose eight electives from courses right across ANU. You
can use these electives to try a range of courses or to take a major or
minor in a non-Arts subject.
Enrolment Status
While it's possible to enrol in fewer courses per semester, which is
called studying part-time, it will take you longer to finish your
program and get your degree. If you are an international student you
must always be full-time.
A course (usually 6 units) can only be counted towards one major or elective minor.
You need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second Semester.
You can’t study more than four courses (24 units) per semester, eight for the year.
You need to enrol in courses for one potential Arts major
You
may take 1000-level courses later in your program. But remember you
can’t count more than ten 1000-level courses (60 units) towards your
degree.
Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses
When you enrol for the first time you will study ‘1000-level’ courses. These courses have ‘1’ as the first number in their course code, such as ARTS1234.
You need to enrol in:
Courses for both First Semester and Second Semester
1000 level Courses for at least one Arts major
Two Advanced Studies courses:
• ARTS1101 - Advanced Studies 1: Thinking Research in Second Semester
• ARTS1102 - Advanced Studies 2: Doing Research in First Semester
Four 1000-level courses to bring the total to eight courses
Majors and Minors
See available majors and minors for this program
The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) has the following majors available:
• Ancient Greek
• Ancient History
• Anthropology
• Archaeology
• Art History
• Biological Anthropology
• Contemporary Europe
• Development Studies
• English
• French Language and Culture
• Geography
• Gender, Sexuality and Culture
• German Language and Culture
• History
• International RelationsItalian Language and Culture
• Latin
• Linguistics
• Music
• Philosophy
• Political Science
• Sociology
• Spanish
There is no minor requirement in the Bachelor of Philosphy (Honours) degree, however you can use your electives to make up a minor.
Electives
While you only need to enrol in courses for ten Arts courses, six Advanced Studies courses and one honours year, you can use your electives to enrol in 1000-level courses for other Arts majors or minors. That way you keep your options open. Once you've selected courses for the major, you should choose electives to make up the balance of your courses.
Study Options
Bachelor of Philosophy
This is a typical study pattern for the first year of a student undertaking a Bachelor of Philosophy.Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | Arts Major 1000 level Course 6 units | ARTS1101 Advanced Studies 1: Thinking Research 6 units | Elective 1000 level Course 6 units | Elective 1000 level Course 6 units |
| Arts Major 1000 level Course 6 units | ARTS1102 Advanced Studies 2: Doing Research 6 units | Elective 1000 level Course 6 units | Elective 1000 level Course 6 units |
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