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Bachelor of Research - Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities | 2020
Testamur Title of Degree: | Bachelor of Research |
Abbreviation: | BRes |
UOW Course Code: | 383 |
CRICOS Code: | 091518E |
Total Credit Points: | 48 |
Duration: | 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn, Spring |
Delivery Mode: | On Campus |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Wollongong |
Overview
Education
The Bachelor of Research degree offers a specialisation in Education and comprises research training and coursework, requiring students to complete 48 credit points of subjects.
The Bachelor of Research and Master of Research are a set of nested qualifications. Students completing the Bachelor of Research will receive 48 credit points of credit transfer and be able to enrol in the 2nd year of the Master of Research and undertake the 48 credit point thesis.
Humanities and the Arts
As a student wishing to pursue further study in the field of humanities, you have an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of your discipline with the Bachelor of Research (Arts and Humanities). You may choose to specialise in History, Politics, Sociology, Indigenous Studies, Language and Linguistics, International Studies, Philosophy, Cultural Studies, English or Science and Technology Studies.
Comprised of research training and coursework, this single year (or part-time equivalent) degree may qualify students for advanced standing in the Master of Research.
Research Areas
Students completing the Bachelor of Research from the Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities can specialise in either Arts and Humanities, or Creative Arts, and are able to focus their research in the following areas:
- English
- History
- Politics
- Sociology
- Indigenous Studies
- Language and Linguistics
- International Studies
- Philosophy
- Cultural Studies
- Science and Technology Studies
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
CLO | Description | ||||||
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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.
Education
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
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RESH402 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
EDAR401 | Advanced Research Methods | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
And either: | |||
EDPR401 | Honours Thesis | 18 | Spring 2020/Autumn 2021 |
Or | |||
EYPD401 | Early Years Project | 12 | Annual |
Plus 18 or 24 credit points from the elective list below, depending on the subject chosen above, to reach a total of 48 credit points. | |||
EDAW401 | Aboriginal Ways of Knowing and Learning | 6 | Autumn |
EDEC401 | Disability Issues Across the Lifespan | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
EDEC402 | Programming for Individuals with High Support Needs | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
EDEL401 | Children's Literature in the Later Primary Years | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
EDEP401 | PDHPE Elective B | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
EDEP402 | PDHPE: Coaching and Sport Administration - Elective C | 6 | Spring |
EDET402 | Teaching English in International Contexts | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
EDET412 | Teaching Speaking and Listening to Second Language Learners | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
EDPP402 | Leadership, Management and Professional Learning in Phys&Health Edu | 12 | Not available in 2020 |
EDSE401 | Education for Social Equity | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
EDUP491 | Inclusive Physical Education | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
EYEK402 | Engaging Koori Kids and their Families | 6 | Spring |
EYLL402 | Children's Literature in the Early Years | 6 | Spring |
EYMP402 | Advocacy and Leadership in Early Childhood | 6 | Autumn |
EYTE401 | Contemporary Theories and Practice in Early Childhood | 6 | Autumn |
EYTS401 | Transition to School | 6 | Spring |
For information regarding timetables, tutorials, and classes please the visit the Timetables and Classes page.
Humanities and the Arts
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. In the Humanities and the Arts stream, students complete a major in 'Arts and Humanities' or 'Creative Arts'.
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | |
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Year 1 | |||
LHA 401 | The Writer: Critic, Analyst, Voice | 12 | |
LHA 402 | The Researcher: People, Places, Methods | 12 | |
Plus ONE from the following: | |||
LHA 403 | The Project and the Plan | 12 | |
RESH405 | Preliminary Research Project | 12 | |
Plus ONE of the following Discipline Subjects: | |||
ENGL470 | Research in English | 12 | |
HIST470 | Research in History | 12 | |
LANG470 | Research Methods in Languages and Linguistics | 12 | |
PAIS470 | Research in Politics and International Studies | 12 | |
PHIL470 | Research Methods in Philosophy | 12 | |
SCTI470 | Research in Critical Social Inquiry | 12 |
Credit Arrangements
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
For further information email: askuow@uow.edu.au