Program Overview

Bachelor of Arts and Social Science (Honours)

The Bachelor of Arts and Social Science (Honours) at Charles Sturt University is a standalone Honours year that provides students with the opportunity to take their bachelor's study to the next level. This course is designed to help students develop advanced research techniques and apply them to a unique investigation into their area of interest in the arts or social sciences.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with a minimum duration of 1 year and a maximum duration of 2 years.
• Entry Score: 65
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: $27,920.00 per annum (full-time), $13,960.00 per annum (part-time)
  • Note: Fees are indicative only and based on full-time study.

Why Study with Us?

• Build Your Research Skills: Under the guidance of a supportive supervisory team, students will devise, conduct, and present a substantial research project that brings new understanding to their field.
• Follow Your Passion: Charles Sturt University has academic experts who can guide and inspire students in various areas of interest, including communication, education, humanities, information studies, Indigenous studies, Islamic studies, social work, or theology.
• Join a Committed Scholarly Community: Students will become part of a research community that stretches across disciplines and the country, with opportunities to connect with supervisors and peers face-to-face or virtually.

Career Opportunities

• Head into an HDR: Graduate from the Honours degree straight into postgraduate study, deepening understanding in the disciplinary area by applying foundational skills towards a Higher Degree by Research.
• Start Your Academic Career: An Honours degree is the ideal first step into a career in higher education.
• Research Business Solutions: Bring foundational research, planning, and analytical skills to industry, helping companies and organizations bring new understandings towards products, services, and processes.

What You Will Study

• The course consists of 64 credit points, with a focus on developing research skills and applying them to a unique investigation.
• Essential Set (64 pts):
  • ASH401: Honours Theory and Methods (16 credit points)
  • ASH402: Honours Dissertation Proposal and Literature Review (16 credit points)
  • ASH403: Honours Project/Dissertation 1 (16 credit points)
  • ASH404: Honours Project/Dissertation 2 (16 credit points)

Costs

• Calculate My Fee: The course fee calculator is available to estimate the cost of the course based on the student type, commence year, study mode, and location.
• Payment Options:
  • Pay all of the student contribution up front direct to the university.
  • Pay part of the student contribution to the university and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible).
  • Defer all of the student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible).

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: 65
• Academic Entry Requirements: A degree from an Australian or approved overseas university in arts or social science disciplines with a demonstrated distinction average or higher Grade Point Average (GPA).
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Credit and Pathways

• Credit: If students have completed relevant tertiary study or have work experience related to their course, they may receive credit towards their degree.
• Pathways: Charles Sturt University has several admission pathways to help students take the step into their preferred course, even if they don't quite meet the entry requirements at first.

How to Apply

• Apply via UAC: Refer to key dates on the UAC website.
• Apply via VTAC: Refer to key dates on the VTAC website.
• Apply Directly to Charles Sturt: Check out the direct application closing dates.