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Overview

The Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences (Honours) is a 48 UOC (one year equivalent) advanced undergraduate degree for high achieving students which may be taken upon completion of an undergraduate pass degree in Arts, Social Sciences, PPE, International Studies or Social Research and Policy. A student undertaking this program … For more content click the Read More button below. The aims of the BASS (Hons) are: To further develop the disciplinary skills acquired by students in their major specialisation of study (AQF Level 7). In particular, to inculcate higher-order research skills in critical thinking, reflection and analysis.To understand relevant disciplinary methods and approaches and their assumptions, and to apply them in research.To deepen disciplinary-specific knowledge and to understand its theoretical frameworks and contexts of application. To apply such knowledge while considering, where appropriate, interdisciplinary perspectives, historical and comparative frameworks, and world-views of other times, places, and cultures.To appreciate the place of ethics in private and public life and to interrogate disciplinary frameworks, assumptions and processes in light of ethical values.

The aims of the BASS (Hons) are:

To further develop the disciplinary skills acquired by students in their major specialisation of study (AQF Level 7). In particular, to inculcate higher-order research skills in critical thinking, reflection and analysis.
To understand relevant disciplinary methods and approaches and their assumptions, and to apply them in research.
To deepen disciplinary-specific knowledge and to understand its theoretical frameworks and contexts of application. To apply such knowledge while considering, where appropriate, interdisciplinary perspectives, historical and comparative frameworks, and world-views of other times, places, and cultures.
To appreciate the place of ethics in private and public life and to interrogate disciplinary frameworks, assumptions and processes in light of ethical values.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines, and knowledge of research principles and methods

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Demonstrate cognitive skills that review, analyse, consolidate and synthesize knowledge

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Identify and formulate solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence

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Demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas

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Demonstrate an ability to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts

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Demonstrate initiative and judgement in scholarship

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Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters

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Demonstrate communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences

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Construct a research project that demonstrates technical skills in research and design

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Construct a research project that demonstrates critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding

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Graduate Capabilities

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Program Structure

Students must complete 48 UOC when taken as a standalone program.

Coursework (18 UOC)
Thesis/Research project (30 UOC)

Specialisations

You must complete one of the follow specialisations:

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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

Students must have completed the UNSW Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Social Sciences, Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics, Bachelor of International Studies or Bachelor of Social Research and Policy or other recognised Level 7 qualification with a major in a specialisation offered in the program. Students in a double degree must have completed 144 UOC including all requirements for the Arts, International Studies or Social Research and Policy component. Entry to Honours requires a WAM of 70 or higher (or equivalent) in the specialisation(s) seeking to be further studied. It is subject to resources and the approval of the Head of School in which the specialisation(s) is/are based.

The conferral of the honours degree for double degree students is subject to students completing all requirements of the double degree. Students who subsequently withdraw from their double degree after the completion of honours will only be conferred the honours degree if they have met all requirements for the single degree.

How to Apply

Students intending to apply to the Honours program must first discuss their eligibility and study program with the Honours Convenor in the relevant school prior to submitting an application.

All applications are to be submitted to UNSW Apply Online.

For more information about admission requirements for various UNSW programs, visit the following website(s):

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

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1272 - Social Sciences

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1273 - Creative Practice

Master of Arts (Research) - MA(Res)2353 - Arts (MRes)

Professional Outcomes

Career Opportunities

Honours students can continue on to PhD studies (with UNSW or other universities). Employment opportunities include Federal or State Government Graduate Programs, or in research institutions and non-government organisations.

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Honours Classes

The Honours mark for the awarding of the class of Honours is based on all components of the program. It will be determined from the student's weighted average mark for all of the courses (coursework and thesis/research project).

Honours will be awarded in the following classes, based on the student's WAM, which will be calculated to two decimal places and will not be rounded up or down. Students must achieve the minimum cut-off in the following classes in order to be eligible:

Class 1: WAM of 85 and above
Class 2 Division 1: WAM of 75 to 84
Class 2 Division 2: WAM of 65 to 74
Class 3: WAM of 50 to 64

Additional Information

Further Information

Contact the UNSW Arts and Social Sciences Student Services for advice.

Program Fees

At UNSW fees are generally charged at course level and therefore dependent upon individual enrolment and other factors such as student's residency status. For generic information on fees and additional expenses of UNSW programs, click on one of the following:

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Faculty
Faculty: The primary academic unit in which related disciplines of teaching and research are conducted.

Campus

Sydney

Study Level
Study Level refers to the academic level of a program, specialisation or course.

Undergraduate

Typical duration:

1 Year(s)

Delivery Mode

Face-to-face (includes blended)

Intake Period

Term 1

Academic Calendar

Minimum Units of Credit

AQF Level

Level 8

Award Type

Bachelor (Honours) (Separate)

Award(s)
Award(s): Qualification upon completion (all awards offered by UNSW are accredited by UNSW and align with the Australian Qualifications Framework).

Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences (Honours) - BASS (Hons)

CRICOS Code

082196D

Arts & Social Sciences (Hons)

4504

48 Units of Credit