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Bachelor of Research - Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences | 2017
Testamur Title of Degree: | Bachelor of Research |
Abbreviation: | BRes |
UOW Course Code: | 380 |
CRICOS Code: | 091515G |
Total Credit Points: | 48 credit points |
Duration: | 1 year full time or 2 years part time |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn |
Delivery Mode: | Face-to-face |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Wollongong |
Additional Information: | Course Finder |
Overview
The Bachelor of Research degree offers a specialisations in Mathematics, Applied Statistics, Physics, Medical Radiation Physics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Mining Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering. The Bachelor of Research comprises research training and coursework, requiring students to complete 48 credit points of subjects.
Students completing the Bachelor of Research will receive 48 credit points of advanced standing and be able to enroll in the 2nd year of the Master of Research and undertake the 48 credit point thesis.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Structure
The Bachelor of Research degree comprises of both research and research training, requiring students to complete 48 credit points of subjects, as specified in the chosen area of study.
The Bachelor of Research from the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences is available in the following areas:
Areas of Study
Mathematics
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| MATH491 | Mathematics Honours Thesis | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| MATH451 | Advanced Topics in Mathematics A | 12 | Autumn |
| MATH452 | Advanced Topics in Mathematics B | 12 | Spring |
| Elective | MATH/STAT/300/400 Subjects | 6 |
Applied Statistics
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| STAT491 | Statistics Honours Thesis | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| STAT451 | Advanced Topics in Statistics A | 12 | Autumn |
| STAT452 | Advanced Topics in Statistics B | 12 | Spring |
| Elective | MATH/STAT 300/400 Subjects | 6 | Spring |
Physics
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| PHYS465 | Advanced Project | 12 | Annual |
| PHYS401 | Theoretical Mechanics & Electromagnetism | 8 | Autumn |
| PHYS444 | Quantum Mechanics | 8 | Annual |
| PHYS446 | Solid State Physics | 8 | Annual |
| Elective | MATH/PHYS/300/400 Subejcts | 12 | Spring |
Medical Radiation Physics
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| PHYS465 | Advanced Project | 12 | Annual |
| PHYS365 | Detection of Radiation: Neutrons, Electrons and X Rays | 6 | Autumn |
| PHYS366 | Physics of Radiotherapy | 6 | Autumn |
| PHYS451 | Nuclear Medicine | 8 | Spring |
| PHYS452 | Medical Imaging | 8 | Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| PHYS453 | Radiobiology and Radiation Protection | 8 | Spring |
Computer Science
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| CSCI400 | Computer Science Honours Project | 18 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| CSCI441 | CS Research Methodology | 6 | Not offered in this year |
| Electives | CSCI/300/400 Subjects | 18 | Autumn/Spring |
Information Technology
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ISIT440 | IT Research Methodology | 6 | Not offered in this year |
| ISIT450 | Information Systems & Technology Research Report | 18 | Not offered in this year |
| Elective | ISIT/300/400 Subjects | 18 | Autumn/Spring |
Civil Engineering
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG451 (New) | Engineering Research methods | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG452 | Thesis A | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| ENGG942 | Professional Practice | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| Elective | 2 400 level CIVL | 12 | Spring |
Computer Engineering
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG451 (New) | Engineering Research methods | 6 | Autumn |
| ECTE458 | Engineering Project 2 | 12 | Autumn, Spring |
| ECTE975 | Communication and ICT Workplace Practice | 6 | Autumn |
| ECTE432 | Computer Architecture | 6 | Spring |
| ECTE471 | Robotics and Flexible Automation | 6 | Spring |
Electrical Engineering
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG451 (New) | Engineering Research methods | 6 | Autumn |
| ECTE458 | Engineering Project 2 | 12 | Autumn, Spring |
| ECTE975 | Communication and ICT Workplace Practice | 6 | Autumn |
| ECTE412 | Power Electronics and Drives | 6 | Spring |
| ECTE426 | Power Distribution Systems | 6 | Spring |
Environmental Engineering
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG451 | Engineering Research methods | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG452 | Thesis A | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| ENGG942 | Professional Practice | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| Electives | 2x ENVE/400 Subjects | 12 | Spring |
Materials Engineering
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG451 | Engineering Research methods | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG452 | Thesis A | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| ENGG942 | Professional Practice | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| Electives | 2x MATE/ENGG/400 Subjects | 12 | Spring |
Mechanical Engineering
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG451 | Engineering Research Methods | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG452 | Thesis A | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| ENGG942 | Professional Practice | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| Electives | 2x MECH/ECTE/400 Subjects | 12 | Spring |
Mechatronic Engineering
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG451 | Engineering Research Methods | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG452 | Thesis A | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| ENGG942 | Professional Practice | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| Electives | 2x MECH/ECTE/400 Subjects | 12 | Spring |
Mining Engineering
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG451 | Engineering Research Methods | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG452 | Thesis A | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| ENGG942 | Professional Practice | 12 | Annual, Spring 2017/Autumn 2018 |
| Electives | 2x MINE/ENGG/400 Subjects | 12 | Spring |
Telecommunications Engineering
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| ENGG851 | Engineering Research Methods | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| ECTE458 | Engineering Project 2 | 12 | Autumn, Spring |
| ECTE975 | Communication and ICT Workplace Practice | 6 | Autumn |
| Plus two (2) of the following electives | |||
| ECTE465 | Wireless Communication Systems | 6 | Spring |
| ECTE469 | Queuing Theory and Optimization | 6 | Spring |
| ECTE331 | Real-time Embedded Systems | 6 | Spring |
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from Course Finder. Refer to UOWs credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Research may be eligible to apply for credit towards the Master of Research. For more information please see Course Finder.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: eis@uow.edu.au