Overview
The Bachelor of Media (Honours) is a 48 UOC (one year equivalent) advanced undergraduate degree for high achieving students which may be undertaken upon completion of an undergraduate pass degree in Media. The BMedia (Hons) can be completed full-time or part-time. A student undertaking this program will complete honours within … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles, concepts and research methods in the chosen field of media practice
2.
Demonstrate cognitive skills that review, analyse, consolidate and synthesize knowledge
3.
Identify and formulate solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
4.
Demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts in the chosen field of media practice and the capacity to keep abreast of changes in this field
5.
Demonstrate an ability to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
6.
Demonstrate initiative and judgement in scholarship
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Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others, in the context of media production and consumption
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Demonstrate communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
9.
Construct a research project that demonstrates technical skills in research and design
10.
Construct a research project that demonstrates critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding, and the capacity for enterprise, initiative and creativity by developing original contributions for the chosen field of media practice
Program Structure
Students must complete 48 UOC when taken as a standalone program.
- Coursework (18 UOC)
- Thesis/Research project (30 UOC)
Specialisations
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
Program Requirements
Progression Requirements
Progression rules are in accordance with university policy.
For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression
Associated Programs
Postgraduate Pathway
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1271 - Humanities
Master of Arts (Research) - MA(Res)2353 - Arts (MRes)
Recognition of Achievement
University Medal
Honours Classes
Additional Information
Further Information
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Program Fees
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