2017 Undergraduate Courses
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Bachelor of Research - Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health | 2017

Testamur Title of Degree:

Bachelor of Research

Abbreviation:

BRes

UOW Course Code:

382

CRICOS Code:

091517F

Total Credit Points:

48

Duration:

1 year full-time or part-time equivalent

Home Faculty:

Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health

Intake Session(s):

Autumn/Spring

Delivery Mode:

On Campus (Face-to-Face)

Delivery Campus / UAC Code:

Wollongong
Innovation Campus

Additional Information:

Course Finder

Overview

The Bachelor of Research degree offers a specialisation in Advanced Materials and 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 Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Use well-developed judgement and knowledge to analyse, critically evaluate and interpret advanced theoretical and technical knowledge, and research methods, in an identified discipline area.
  2. Develop a project plan based on a well-developed understanding of, and reflection on, existing discipline knowledge and ideas and in the context of methodological limitations, privacy issues and the ethical conduct of research.
  3. With creativity and initiative, plan a project using theoretical and technical knowledge and research methods applicable to the identified discipline area.
  4. With autonomy, adaptability and responsibility as a learner, analyse, generate and communicate solutions to complex problems through the design and implementation of a project plan.
  5. Communicate advanced knowledge, expert skills and ideas to a range of audiences through application of advanced cognitive, technical and language (oral and written) communication skills and careful selection of appropriate media.

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Research degree comprises both research and research training, requiring students to complete 48 credit points of subjects, as specified in the chosen area of study.

Areas of Study 

*The only major available for the BRes from the Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health is Advanced Materials.

Subject CodeSubject NameCredit PointsSession(s)
RESH402Responsible Research6Autumn
RESH405Preliminary Research Project12Autumn, Spring
Plus 30 credit points of elective subjects from the list below chosen in consultation with coordinator
AIIM410Advanced materials: synthesis and fabrication6Autumn
AIIM411Advanced Materials: Devices, Performance and Applications6Autumn
AIIM414Literature Report on contemporary topic in Innovative Materials12Autumn, Spring
MATE413Structural Characterisation of Materials 6Autumn
MATE412Electronic Materials6Spring
Or other subjects as approved by the course coordinator

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.

Contacts

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: smah-students@uow.edu.au 

Last reviewed: 10 November, 2016