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University of New England (UNE) Courses

Bachelor of International Studies with Honours

Bachelor (Honours)

Armidale

Students undertake Honours in one of the majors they studied in their undergraduate degree. They can thus specialise in an area of their choice such as Global Politics and Peace; Societies (featuring sociology, development and religion); or Languages.

Entry Requirements

1. Admission to candidature shall be determined by the Head of School on the recommendation of the Course Coordinator.

2. Except as provided in Rule 3, a candidate for admission to the honours course shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor of International Studies from The University of New England; and

(b) have attained a minimum grade point average of 5.0 (Credit); and

(c) have achieved 18 credit points at Distinction level or better in 300-level units in the major in which the candidate wishes to proceed; and

(d) have passed units to the value of at least 36 credit points in the major in which the candidate wishes to proceed, except that with the approval of the course coordinator, up to 12 credit points of other units may be substituted; and

(e) have fulfilled any additional requirements prescribed and published by the school or area concerned.

3. With the approval of the Head of School a person who has fulfilled the requirements of an equivalent AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification of a university or other institution and who meets requirements considered by the school to be equivalent to those specified in Rule 2 (b), (c), (d) and (e), may be admitted to the honours course leading to the degree of Bachelor of International Studies with Honours.

Duration

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Bachelor of Psychological Science

Bachelor

Armidale

Why study the Bachelor of Psychological Science at UNE? The Bachelor of Psychological Science provides a thorough grounding in psychology. You study more Psychology units as you progress through each year of the course.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) be qualified for admission (see

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Rule

and

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Procedures

);

(b) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree from a recognised university in any discipline.

Assumed knowledge is any two units in English.

Recommended studies are any two units of Mathematics.

Duration

1.5 - 3 years full-time, 10 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

ATAR

72.55

Graduate Satisfaction

85.90%

Bachelor of Criminology/ Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor

Armidale

The University of New England offers a flexible approach to the study of law. UNE boasts one of Australia's largest law schools outside a capital city, as well as being an early adopter of innovative technology in the delivery of its law programs.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Rule

and

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Procedures

Assumed knowledge is any two units of English.

Duration

5 years full-time, 12 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

ATAR

84.4

Graduate Satisfaction

90.00%

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor

Armidale

This double degree provides students with the opportunity to combine their study of law with an area of interest drawn from a wide variety of the arts, humanities and social sciences. It thereby gives students a larger variety of career options.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) be qualified for admission (see

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Rule

and

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Procedures

);

(b) hold an AQF Level 5 Diploma in Arts from UNE;

Assumed knowledge is any two units of English.

Recommended studies: Mathematics.

Duration

5 years full-time, 12 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

ATAR

84.4

Master of Professional Accounting

Masters (Coursework)

Armidale

If you already have an undergraduate degree in another discipline, the Master of Professional Accounting is the best way to gain entry to the professional accounting bodies.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification;

(b) hold the UNE AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate in Accounting or equivalent;

Duration

1.5 - 2 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Graduate Satisfaction

87.30%

Graduate Certificate in Science

Graduate Certificate

Armidale

The Graduate Certificate in Science is a course designed for students who wish to expand on their undergraduate program.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline;

(b) hold an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours in a relevant discipline;

(d) hold an AQF Level 10 Doctorate in a relevant discipline.

Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to:

Agriculture, Biochemistry; Biology; Botany; Chemistry; Computational Science; Ecology, Genetics; Geology; Mathematics; Medicinal Chemistry; Microbiology; Neuroscience (may include: Science, Medicine, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Education, Health, Counselling); Physics; Physiology; Statistics; and Zoology. A degree will be considered relevant to a nominated major if it includes study that covers the minimum assumed knowledge. Where it is not clear from their academic background, applicants may include a cover letter with their application describing how they have achieved the minimum assumed knowledge.

Minimum Assumed Knowledge for Each Major

Biochemistry: two units of biology and two units of chemistry

Biodiversity Science: two units of biology

Biomedical Science: two units of biology and two units of chemistry

Chemistry: two units of chemistry

Genetics: two units of biology and two units of chemistry

Mathematics: two units of (calculus-based) mathematics

Neuroscience: four units at second year level or above from neuroscience (see relevant disciplines)

Physical Sciences: two units of physics, two units of chemistry and two units of (calculus-based) mathematics

Regulatory Science: four science-based units with at least two units at second year level or above

Research Methods: four units from the discipline, or associated discipline, selected for completion

Statistics: two units of (calculus-based) mathematics and one unit of statistics

Zoology: two units of biology

Note: Students wishing to complete the course on a full-time basis are strongly encouraged to have greater than the minimum assumed knowledge and to begin their study in first trimester.

Duration

0.5 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology with Honours

Bachelor (Honours)

Armidale

Honours in Clinical Exercise Physiology is an intensive year-long program that enables students to research a topic they are passionate about.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

1. (a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology from the University of New England or an equivalent AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification in a relevant discipline;

and

(b) have achieved a GPA of 5 or better in at least 24 credit points at 300-level in Clinical Exercise Physiology units.

2. Admission to candidature shall be determined by the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology Honours Course Coordinator.

3. Readmission to the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology with Honours will only be permitted with the approval of the Course Coordinator and will only be considered where a completely new research topic is proposed.

Duration

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Graduate Satisfaction

94.10%

Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine

Bachelor

Armidale

The Joint Medical Program (JMP) is a two stage five year program comprising of a Bachelor of Medical Science (stage one) and Doctor of Medicine (stage two), offered jointly in partnership by the University of Newcastle and the University of New England.

Entry Requirements

This information can be found at Joint Medical Program - How To Apply.

Recommended studies are any two units of English.

Duration

5 years full-time

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

61.40%

Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Planning)

Bachelor

Armidale

Subject to approval: this course is currently undergoing accreditation with FASEA. The accreditation status of the course will be updated once the outcome is finalised. Changes to the course may arise from recommendations made by the accrediting body.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) be qualified

for admission (see

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Rule

and

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Procedures

);

(b) hold an AQF Level 5 Diploma in Financial Planning or Financial Services from an Australian TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO);

(c) hold an AQF Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning or Financial Services from an Australian TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO

)

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Study Mode

Online

ATAR

72.55

Graduate Satisfaction

84.30%

Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business

Bachelor

Armidale

This combined program offers graduates the opportunity to pursue careers in agriculture and business related areas. Students can achieve disciplinary depth as well as the breadth of learning expected in agriculture and business degrees.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Rule

and

Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Procedures

Assumed knowledge: any two units of English, Mathematics.

Recommended studies: Agriculture, Biology and/or Chemistry.

For students without the recommended background knowledge, the School offers introductory units in Chemistry and Mathematics.

Duration

4 years full-time, 10 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

ATAR

72.55

Graduate Satisfaction

87.10%

Master of Information Technology (Business)

Masters (Coursework)

Armidale

The Master of Information Technology (Business) provides an opportunity for those who are looking for a change of direction in their career or for those who want to enhance their IT qualifications and gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of business.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification;

(b) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification with a major in a relevant discipline*;

(c) hold an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification in a relevant discipline*.

*Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to the following:

Computing Science

Data Science

Information Systems

Information Technology

Mathematics

Software Engineering

Statistics

Duration

1.5 - 2 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Master of Education

Masters (Coursework)

Armidale

The Master of Education is a course designed for professional educators who shall be admitted on the basis of their prior qualifications and who, in most cases, will be working in school settings.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 four year pre-service teaching qualification of a recognised Australian University or tertiary institution (or overseas equivalent as assessed by Australian Education International National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR));

(b) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree and an AQF Level 7 or Level 8 or Level 9 one or two year pre-service teaching qualification of a recognised Australian University (or overseas equivalent as assessed by AEI-NOOSR);

(c) hold an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate in eLearning or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Comparative Education) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Gifted and Talented: Teaching for High Potential) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Literature and New Literacies) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or the Graduate Certificate in Gifted and Talented Education or the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Australian Education or the Graduate Certificate in International Schooling, Education and Development or the Graduate Certificate in School Leadership or the Graduate Certificate in Special Education or the Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages award of the University of New England*;

(d) hold the AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate in Education Studies of the University of New England;

(e)

hold an AQF Level 7 non-initial teacher education Bachelor degree and an

AQF Level 8 degree of Bachelor with Honours or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of a University in a non-relevant discipline**;

(f)

hold a minimum AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree or overseas equivalent as assessed by AEI-NOOSR, and satisfy the School by the provision of evidence (by providing a Statement of Service on company letterhead documenting a minimum two years' full time equivalent relevant teaching experience) of adequate preparation for candidature**;

and

(g) comply with the

University's

English Language Requirements for Admission Rule.

*Candidates admitted under Rule (c) who hold the Graduate Certificate in eLearning or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (TESOL) or the Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages may speicalise in the same or different area or not specialise. Candidates admitted under Rule (c) who hold the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Comparative Education) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Gifted and Talented: Teaching for High Potential) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Literature and New Literacies) or the Graduate Certificate in Gifted and Talented Education or the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Australian Education or the Graduate Certificate in International Schooling, Education and Development or the Graduate Certificate in School Leadership or the Graduate Certificate in Special Education must choose a different specialisation or not specialise.

**Candidates admitted without a pre-service teaching qualification shall not be permitted to undertake the following specialisations: Indigenous Australian Education or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL-EAL/D).

Duration

1 - 1.5 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Graduate Satisfaction

84.20%