Overview

The aim of Honours is to extend the student's grasp of the principles and practice of their subject, and to develop the ability for independent research. An Honours qualification of 2A is normally required for admission to higher research degree study.

Contacts

Academic Chair

Admission requirements

Entry requirements (onshore)
Entry requirements (transnational)
English language requirements

Learning outcomes

1.
Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of research principles and methods
3.
Review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
4.
Apply technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas
5.
Exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding
6.
Design and use research in a project
7.
Present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
8.
Demonstrate initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship
9.
Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
10.
Show responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
11.
Plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence

Structure
24 credit points