Overview
The Chief of Defence Force Students (CDFS) Programs in Arts, Business, Engineering, Science and Technology - Aeronautical offer the opportunity for students entering UNSW Canberra with a high Entrance Rank, and who maintain a high level of performance in their studies, to undertake research in a range of disciplines that … For more content click the Read More button below.
The range of CDFS Programs, described in detail in the following sections, is characterised by the inclusion of specialist courses in critical analysis and/or research methods appropriate to the area of study. All programs also include discipline-specific research projects. The research projects will be supervised by academic staff from the relevant discipline. With the approval of the relevant Heads of Schools, multi- or cross-disciplinary projects may be undertaken. Students in the research courses may work independently or as part of a team, depending on the nature of the project undertaken, though all students will submit individual assessment. Final assessment will be based on a written paper or report and oral presentations.
Throughout the program, and in addition to completing the courses given in the following schedules, students will be engaged with cohort activities so as to develop and maintain their interest and continuing involvement in the program via invited lectures, seminars, general reading and social events.
The CDFS Programs are of three-years' duration in Arts, Business, Science and Technology - Aeronautical.
Each of the CDFS Programs has objectives and learning outcomes in common with the standard Bachelor degree in the same area, but extends the educational principles embodied in the standard degree to a higher level. In the programs, students will be exposed to courses in critical analysis and/or research methods in the discipline(s) of their chosen program, which will offer significant extensions to the ideas and analysis normally available in the standard degree program. This will allow all CDFS to successfully undertake research-oriented courses at the appropriate level through their program, thereby integrating research into their studies in a way that is not available in the standard degree. The individual projects undertaken in close association with academic staff on research topics of mutual interest underpin the CDFS Programs and give students the ability to develop their full potential.
Learning Outcomes
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Demonstrate a broad and deep theoretical and technical knowledge of their scientific disciplines and its importance to research;
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Master the technical skills required by their discipline including problem solving, fieldwork, and experimental laboratory work;
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Create new concepts and understanding through the process of scientific inquiry, critical analysis, problem solving, and research;
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Plan scientific approaches to empirical problems and execute plans showing commitment to one’s own learning, motivated by curiosity and an appreciation of the value of lifelong learning.
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Critically reflect upon broad ethical principles and codes of conduct in scientific research in order to behave responsibly, respectfully, ethically, and with integrity;
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Demonstrate respect and value of social, cultural, and personal diversity;
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Show entrepreneurship and be able to recognise opportunities to develop ideas into practical applications;
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Demonstrate a capacity for self-management, teamwork, and leadership to achieve common goals;
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Effectively apply information technology relevant to their discipline and communicate scientific concepts and results to broad and diverse audiences.
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Program Structure
Students must complete 144 UOC when taken as a standalone program.
- Disciplinary Component, including Major, Minor and CDF Core Courses - 108 UOC
- Prescribed Elective Course - 12 UOC
- Free Elective Course - 12 UOC
- Science Elective Courses - 12 UOC
- General Education Courses - 12 UOC
Disciplinary Component108 Units of Credit:
Prescribed Electives12 Units of Credit:
Free Electives12 Units of Credit:
General Education12 Units of Credit:
Enrolment Disclaimer
Please note that this Handbook is a comprehensive catalogue of our offerings and includes courses that can be taken to satisfy program requirements irrespective as to their availability for a particular year. Availability of courses is best checked using filters on this site or on the class timetable site.
You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.
You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.
Admission Requirements
Special Admission Requirements
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Program Requirements
Progression Requirements
Transfer to CDF Students Programs:
A candidate enrolled in a standard Bachelor of Science program may, at the discretion of the relevant Head of School, transfer to the CDF Student Program in the same degree area upon completion of a minimum of 24 UOC in either semester of the Year 1 program with a semester-based Weighted Average Mean (WAM) equal to or greater than 85. The latest date by which candidates may transfer to the CDF Student Program in the same degree area is for the commencement of Semester 1 of the Year 2 program.
Progression through CDFS Program:
To continue as a candidate in the CDF Student Program, a candidate shall normally achieve a semester-based Weighted Average Mean (WAM) equal to or greater than 85. Candidature shall be reviewed at the end of each academic semester. The relevant Head(s) of School may exercise discretion in decisions relating to candidature.
Credit Transfer:
A candidate transferring between the CDF Student Program and the standard Bachelor of Science program in the same degree area will be granted credit for all courses successfully completed.
A candidate enrolled in a standard Bachelor of Science program may, at the discretion of the relevant Head of School, transfer to the CDF Student Program in the same degree area upon completion of a minimum of 24 UOC in either semester of the Year 1 program with a semester-based Weighted Average Mean (WAM) equal to or greater than 85. The latest date by which candidates may transfer to the CDF Student Program in the same degree area is for the commencement of Semester 1 of the Year 2 program.
Progression through CDFS Program:
To continue as a candidate in the CDF Student Program, a candidate shall normally achieve a semester-based Weighted Average Mean (WAM) equal to or greater than 85. Candidature shall be reviewed at the end of each academic semester. The relevant Head(s) of School may exercise discretion in decisions relating to candidature.
Credit Transfer:
A candidate transferring between the CDF Student Program and the standard Bachelor of Science program in the same degree area will be granted credit for all courses successfully completed.
For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression
Associated Programs
Honours Pathway
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - BSc (Hons)4513 - Science (Honours)
Recognition of Achievement
University Medal
Award of Pass with Distinction
Program Fees
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