Course code: 0003 (Arts disciplines), 3060 (Social and
Community Welfare) +
Off-campus (Gippsland) + Commonwealth-supported (HECS)
place contributions apply
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) program is a fourth year of study following completion of normal requirements for the Bachelor of Arts pass degree. The honours program offers an opportunity for more specialised, advanced work in either one or two chosen disciplines. The completion of an honours degree can enhance employment opportunities in a wide range of careers, and the acquisition of research skills can lead to further postgraduate studies.
Current Monash arts students must have a completed a Bachelor of
Arts degree, with a major in the intended discipline area, a minimum of 36
points at second and third-year levels, and a distinction grade of at least 70
per cent or better in units to the value of not less than 18 points at
third-year level, and an additional six points at a grade of 70 per cent or
higher at either second and third-year levels.
Students who have completed a three-year degree at a higher education other
than Monash University must provide a certified copy of their transcript and
supporting documentation regarding content of their course. This course content
must be approved by the school as being acceptable for entry.
To complete this course satisfactorily, it is strongly recommended that students have access to a PC, a modem and the internet.
Students are required to meet minimum attendance requirements determined by each discipline area.
The course is normally taken part-time over two years for students enrolled by off-campus learning. Students must complete two coursework units in their first year and write a minor thesis of no more than 15,000 words (dissertation) in their second year of study. It is strongly recommended that off-campus students undertake this program part-time. Disciplines offered by off-campus learning include history, politics, social and community welfare and sociology.
Further informationFor more information, contact School of Humanities, Communications and Social Sciences on +61 3 9902 6339, or email humcass.info@arts.monash.edu.au. Completed applicationsApplicants must complete the `Honours application for admission' form and the `Course administration' form, available from the School of Humanities, Communications and Social Sciences on +61 3 9902 6339, or see http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/humcass/graduates/arts-hon.html. Completed applications must be returned with certified copies of the applicant's academic record to date and any supporting documentation to the School of Humanities, Communications and Social Sciences, Monash University Gippsland Campus, Churchill, Victoria 3842, Australia by 31 October 2004. Please do not complete the OCL application form inside this booklet. |
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