Key facts

Domestic students course information.

Entry requirements

Entry is based on a relevant bachelor qualification in Arts from UNE or equivalent and specific GPA and credit point requirements.

Entry is based on a relevant bachelor qualification in Arts from UNE or equivalent and specific GPA and credit point requirements. English language requirements must also be met.

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Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • 2 years part-time
Number of Units (Subjects)
  • 8 units (48 credit points)
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Fees
  • Commonwealth Supported Place
  • International
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CRICOS code
  • 000379J
Start Dates and Campus
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Course information

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Did your arts degree prompt a burning question or a passion for independent research? If so, consider applying for an honours year. A 'capstone' to your formal education, honours is an opportunity to drill deeper into a specialised area, to extend your intellectual range, and sharpen your research capabilities. It will enable advanced communication techniques and deep subject knowledge, to hone your analytical abilities, and gain high-level personal and professional skills. These are valuable attributes that provide a solid foundation for postgraduate study, give you a competitive edge in the job market, and help future proof your career in a rapidly changing world.

Why study the Bachelor of Arts with Honours with UNE?

You will extend your intellectual range, learn about research principles and methods, and independently apply advanced knowledge in one or more disciplines. The extra year of honours study at UNE is an opportunity to hone your research, communication and writing skills by producing a dissertation of original ideas that you will integrate and position within the current body of knowledge in your chosen discipline.

You will graduate with the skills to independently research, write about, and discuss critical issues. These skills will be invaluable in your career. They also provide ideal preparation for further studies in any area and will prove essential for lifelong learning.

UNE is Australia's oldest regional university and a pioneer in the delivery of distance education. Year after year, students award UNE the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support, so no matter whether you choose to study online or on campus, you are in very good hands.

What makes our course different?

UNE's honours program enables you to pivot your career in a chosen discipline and advance your research skills. You will get to:

  • Be supported by our researchers, your teachers — they offer expert guidance with support and supervision of your studies.
  • Learn advanced writing skills, and how to coherently and persuasively communicate your ideas and findings to diverse audiences.
  • Study flexibly — honours can be studied on campus, or online at home in your own time (with attendance at mandatory intensive schools required for some disciplines, archaeology for example).

Majors include:

  • Ancient History
  • Archaeology
  • Chinese
  • Classical Languages
  • Criminology
  • English
  • French
  • Geography
  • German
  • History
  • Indonesian
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Linguistics
  • Media and Communications
  • Music
  • Philosophy
  • Political and International Studies
  • Sociology
  • Spanish
  • Studies in Religion
  • Theatre and Performance
  • Writing

Study online

Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.

Study on campus

Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.

* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.

Entry requirements

Select the option that best describes you.

If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia:

You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.

You can apply for this course if you meet all of the following entry requirements:

  • You have completed one of the following UNE qualifications, or an equivalent relevant qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent):
    • Bachelor of Arts
    • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
    • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
    • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
  • You have achieved a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 in your relevant qualification.
  • You have achieved a minimum result of Distinction for at least 18 credit points of 300 or 400-level units in the discipline you want to study.
  • You have passed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in the discipline you want to study.
  • You have fulfilled discipline-specific requirements as listed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below.
  • You have completed a research proposal of 1000 words. Find out more about our research proposal requirements.
  • You can provide evidence of the support of a suitably qualified supervisor who is a member of the relevant discipline, or you have received approval from the relevant discipline and Head of School (or delegate).

Please note: Admission to this course is determined by the Head of School (or delegate) on the recommendation of the discipline convenor.

If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).

Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.

When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.

International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.

These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.

Additional Admission Requirements

Some disciplines have specific entry requirements which are in addition to the entry requirements above. To be eligible to study these disciplines you must also meet the requirements listed below.

Ancient History
You must have completed a minimum of 18 credit points of study in Ancient Greek or Latin.

Archaeology
You must have completed a minimum of 60 credit points of study in Archaeology, including the following 2 units:

  • ARPA343 Archaeology in the Field
  • ARPA356 Archaeology in the Laboratory

Chinese
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Chinese excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Classical Languages
You must meet all of the following entry requirements:

  • You have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Ancient Greek or Latin, or a combination of both.
  • You must have achieved a minimum result of Distinction for at least 18 credit points of 300 or 400-level units in your primary language.
  • You must have completed a minimum of 12 credit points of study in Ancient History, History or Studies in Religion which includes at least 6 credit points of study in the ancient history of the civilization of your primary language.

Please note: If you wish to undertake joint Honours in Ancient Greek and Latin you are advised to undertake a major in your primary language and a minor in your secondary language.

English
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in English. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate). 

French
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in French excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Geography
You must have completed the unit GEPL338 Understanding Research (or equivalent).

German
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in German excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Indonesian
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Indonesian excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Italian
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Italian excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Japanese
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Japanese excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Spanish
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Spanish excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Intensive Schools

Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.

Visa Information

On-Campus study
If you would like to study full-time in Australia at one of UNE's campuses, you will need to have a visa that allows you to study. For most international students this visa will need to be a Student Visa. The Australian Department of Home Affairs has further information about visa eligibility and conditions.

If you are an international applicant who wants to study online (overseas or in Australia):

You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.

You can apply for this course if you meet all of the following entry requirements:

  • You have completed one of the following UNE qualifications, or an equivalent relevant qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent):
    • Bachelor of Arts
    • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
    • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
    • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
  • You have achieved a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 in your relevant qualification.
  • You have achieved a minimum result of Distinction for at least 18 credit points of 300 or 400-level units in the discipline you want to study.
  • You have passed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in the discipline you want to study.
  • You have fulfilled discipline-specific requirements as listed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below.
  • You have completed a research proposal of 1000 words. Find out more about our research proposal requirements.
  • You can provide evidence of the support of a suitably qualified supervisor who is a member of the relevant discipline, or you have received approval from the relevant discipline and Head of School (or delegate).

Please note: Admission to this course is determined by the Head of School (or delegate) on the recommendation of the discipline convenor.

If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).

Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.

When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.

International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.

These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.

Additional Admission Requirements

Some disciplines have specific entry requirements which are in addition to the entry requirements above. To be eligible to study these disciplines you must also meet the requirements listed below.

Ancient History
You must have completed a minimum of 18 credit points of study in Ancient Greek or Latin.

Archaeology
You must have completed a minimum of 60 credit points of study in Archaeology, including the following 2 units:

  • ARPA343 Archaeology in the Field
  • ARPA356 Archaeology in the Laboratory

Chinese
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Chinese excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Classical Languages
You must meet all of the following entry requirements:

  • You have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Ancient Greek or Latin, or a combination of both.
  • You must have achieved a minimum result of Distinction for at least 18 credit points of 300 or 400-level units in your primary language.
  • You must have completed a minimum of 12 credit points of study in Ancient History, History or Studies in Religion which includes at least 6 credit points of study in the ancient history of the civilization of your primary language.

Please note: If you wish to undertake joint Honours in Ancient Greek and Latin you are advised to undertake a major in your primary language and a minor in your secondary language.

English
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in English. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate). 

French
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in French excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Geography
You must have completed the unit GEPL338 Understanding Research (or equivalent).

German
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in German excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Indonesian
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Indonesian excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Italian
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Italian excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Japanese
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Japanese excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Spanish
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Spanish excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Intensive Schools

Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.

Visa Information

Online study in your own country
If you would like to study online with UNE while you reside outside of Australia you do not need a Student Visa. If your course requires you to visit Australia to attend any mandatory study requirements, you would need to explore Visitor Visa options for a short-term stay.

Online study in Australia
If you would like to study online with UNE while you are residing in Australia, you will need to hold a visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows you to study. If you are unsure if your visa allows you to study, you can check with UNE's International Admissions team. If you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student (although you can study a limited number of online units).

Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:

  • A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification.
  • A completed Honours Application form. This must be included in your online application.
  • A research proposal. Please see the Honours application form linked above for instructions on how to develop your research proposal.
  • Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card.
  • Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information.

Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.

Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.

Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the dissertation component of this course.

> Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing

You can apply for this course if you meet all of the following entry requirements:

  • You have completed one of the following UNE qualifications, or an equivalent relevant qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent):
    • Bachelor of Arts
    • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
    • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
    • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
  • You have achieved a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 in your relevant qualification.
  • You have achieved a minimum result of Distinction for at least 18 credit points of 300 or 400-level units in the discipline you want to study.
  • You have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in the discipline you want to study.
  • You have fulfilled discipline-specific requirements as listed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below.
  • You have completed a research proposal of 1000 words. Find out more about our research proposal requirements.
  • You can provide evidence of the support of a suitably qualified supervisor who is a member of the relevant discipline, or you have received approval from the relevant discipline and Head of School (or delegate).

Please note: Admission to this course is determined by the Head of School (or delegate) on the recommendation of the discipline convenor.

If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).

Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.

These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.

English Language Requirements

When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.

Additional Admission Requirements

Some disciplines have specific entry requirements which are in addition to the entry requirements above. To be eligible to study these disciplines you must also meet the requirements listed below.

Ancient History
You must have completed a minimum of 18 credit points of study in Ancient Greek or Latin.

Archaeology
You must have completed a minimum of 60 credit points of study in Archaeology, including the following 2 units:

  • ARPA343 Archaeology in the Field
  • ARPA356 Archaeology in the Laboratory

Chinese
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Chinese excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Classical Languages
You must meet all of the following entry requirements:

  • You have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Ancient Greek or Latin, or a combination of both.
  • You must have achieved a minimum result of Distinction for at least 18 credit points of 300 or 400-level units in your primary language.
  • You must have completed a minimum of 12 credit points of study in Ancient History, History or Studies in Religion which includes at least 6 credit points of study in the ancient history of the civilization of your primary language.

Please note: If you wish to undertake joint Honours in Ancient Greek and Latin you are advised to undertake a major in your primary language and a minor in your secondary language.

English
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in English. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate). 

French
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in French excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Geography
You must have completed the unit GEPL338 Understanding Research (or equivalent).

German
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in German excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Indonesian
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Indonesian excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Italian
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Italian excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Japanese
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Japanese excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Spanish
You must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in Spanish excluding overseas language units. However, up to 12 credit points can be substituted by units in an area relevant to your proposed Honours work, subject to approval from the Head of School (or delegate).

Intensive Schools

Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.

Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:

  • A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification.
  • A completed Honours Application form. This must be included in your online application.
  • A research proposal. Please see the Honours application form linked above for instructions on how to develop your research proposal.

Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.

Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.

Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the dissertation component of this course.

> Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing

Course structure

To qualify for the award a candidate must pass unit/s to the value of 48 credit points consisting of advanced course work, comprised of several integrated components, and a dissertation component.

2. Each Bachelor of Arts (Honours) candidate will be required to consult with their supervisor(s). The nature and extent of such consultation will be determined by the supervisors and course coordinator after consultation with the candidate prior to commencement of each year of candidature and may require face-to-face consultation.

3. A candidate may not enrol concurrently for other units at this University or at another institution, except that, upon the recommendation of the Head of School, the course coordinator may grant permission to do so.

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See UNE Handbook for more details. The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course plans, exit awards, intensive schools, and work placement requirements.

Fees and scholarships

How much will it cost?

Estimated fees for your first year of study in this course are:

Fee typeCost
International
$28,762*
Commonwealth Supported Place
$11,543*
Estimated amenities fee per year if studying full-time$351

*Annual course fees only cover the cost of tuition. They do not include other expenses associated with university study such as text books, accommodation and living expenses. If you are successful in gaining admission to study at UNE, the Offer of Admission will list the exact tuition fees you need to pay for your course. Fees quoted cover full-time tuition for two full-time trimesters only. For more information, please see fees and costs.

*The costs will depend on the units you choose to study as the cost of individual units vary. “Estimated fees” are provided as a guide only based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking a study load of 48 credit points in the first year of this course. For courses that require less than 48 credit points the fees indicated are based on the total credit points required for completion of that course. For more information, please see fees and costs. If applicable, Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) Student Contribution Fees are indicative from 2023. The 2024 CSP rates are still being finalised by the Government and we will update the information as soon as we have more details.

What are the course fee payment options?

A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a government subsidised place in a university course. The government pays part of your tuition fees, and you pay the remainder.

If you have a CSP in either an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree, you may be eligible for a HECS-HELP Loan, which allows you to defer payment of your fees until you are earning above the threshold.

UNE scholarships are open for all to apply and offer financial help while you are studying. There are scholarships for students with high academic achievement, from rural areas, studying specific degrees, in disadvantaged groups, experiencing financial hardship, who excel at sport or want to live in a UNE residential college.

UNE scholarship applications are free and confidential. You may apply for more than one scholarship.

Scholarships

UNE offers bursaries and scholarships that can help you with the costs of studying and living in Australia.

The UNE International Bursary reduces the published annual tuition fees for international students by up to 30%. These bursaries are available for international students commencing coursework studies at UNE in 2023. View detailed Bursary information.

UNE also offers a number of substantial research scholarships to postgraduate students studying research-based degrees.

Your career

Career outcomes

Depending on majors, examples of possible career paths for graduates include: 

  • management and administration 
  • heritage and archives 
  • policy and public relations 
  • diplomacy and foreign affairs 
  • translation 
  • education 
  • editing and publishing 
  • archaeology 
  • sociology. 
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Course outcomes

The Bachelor of Arts with Honours offers students the opportunity to undertake advanced study and research in a broad range of humanities, arts and social science disciplines. The course provides a capstone to an undergraduate degree, prepares students for postgraduate study and establishes a sound basis for a successful future career. The course aims to encourage students to: (i) extend their intellectual range, both in respect to breadth and depth, in their chosen field of study; (ii) hone their research abilities; (iii) sharpen their analytical and communication techniques; (iv) refine their ability to think clearly and evaluate evidence and arguments; (v) further develop personal and professional skills required to work independently and collaboratively; and (vi) cultivate an ethical and non-discriminatory work practice.
  1. independently apply a coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying theories and concepts, as well as research principles and methods, in one or more disciplines;
  2. demonstrates original thinking, a high level of research and technical skills and the ability to write creatively and critically;
  3. conduct and report independent research that generates possible solutions to complex research questions in a particular discipline and position that research within the current body of discipline knowledge, demonstrating the potential to make original contributions to knowledge in that particular discipline;
  4. demonstrate enhanced communication proficiency within a discipline-specific context; and
  5. demonstrate an understanding of the social and ethical issues in relation to their particular disciplinary areas with intellectual independence and honesty.
Knowledge of a Discipline

Graduates will have coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as well as highly developed knowledge of research principles and methods and an advanced comprehension of one particular area of study.

Communication Skills

Graduates will have high level communication skills, oral and written, and be able to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences. These skills will be relevant in global employment market and further study.

Problem Solving

Graduates will have cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence. They will exercise initiative, critical thinking and judgement in adapting knowledge and skills in diverse contexts and in developing new understanding. These skills will enable graduates to locate, evaluate and apply information from a variety of sources enabling them to evaluate and interpret information in a constructive manner, to deconstruct relevant literature and to integrate theoretical and critical approaches into their work.

Information Literacy

Graduates will be able to recognise pertinent information and will have the advanced cognitive skills to use appropriate media, tools and methodologies to locate, access, critically analyse and interpret information. They will have the cognitive skills to exercise critical and creative thinking as well as judgement in developing new understanding of a subject.

Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility

Graduates will be aware of their professional responsibilities as a researcher to provide balanced and accurate research and data. In addition, graduates will be taught that they have a social responsibility to question and challenge some 'facts'.

Lifelong Learning

Graduates will have the research and critical thinking skills as well as intellectual capacity to enable them to continually further their learning. They will possess the necessary lifelong skills to be able to independently research, write about and discuss critical issues. These skills can be transferred to any discipline, will be useful in any career positions and are essentially lifelong competences.

Independence and Collaboration

Graduates will be able to exercise responsibility and accountability for their own learning and professional practice as well as the ability to work collaboratively with others within broad parameters.

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Studying online

At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian university.

We understand the challenges faced by busy adults studying at home. We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality, support and overall experience.*

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A five-star experience

2024 Overall Experience Good University Logo

Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row

UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience

Good Universities Guide 2007-2024
2024 Student Experience Good University Logo

No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience

QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience

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Studying online

At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian University.

As an international student you can take advantage of flexible online study from overseas or while you are studying in Australia on a visa other than a student visa. You can’t study fully online on a Student Visa.

To study online from overseas you need to consider that you may need to travel to Australia to attend a UNE campus for some mandatory intensive schools.

Studying on Campus

Whether you are an undergraduate student coming to study in Australia for the first time, a PhD student coming to live here with your family, or you only need short-stay accommodation whilst in Armidale for Intensive Schools, we have the perfect accommodation option for you.

Find out more about studying on campus

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Why study with us?

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I returned to study at UNE as I want to pursue a career in academia, and I thoroughly enjoyed both my research area and the support and mentorship of my principal supervisor.

Molly Northcott, Bachelor of Arts with Honours graduate

Why study with us?

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It only requires determination, passion and open-mindedness to study at UNE. It’s a university of great opportunities, resources and support.

Bezaye Gorfu Tessema, UNE graduate

How to apply

Applying to UNE is quick and easy. If you are an
you can apply at any time. Apply now and we'll get you started in the next possible intake.

Preparing to apply

You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.

The kind of documents you need will depend on:

  • Your preferred course/s
  • Your personal circumstances
Applying to UNE is quick and easy. If you are applying as a
, the application process may be a little different depending on who you are and what you want to study.

Preparing to apply

You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.

The kind of documents you need will depend on:

  • Your preferred course/s
  • Your personal circumstances

Important Dates

Different application methods and courses can have different closing dates. To find your correct application method click the Apply Now button below. Please check the appropriate application website for opening and closing dates.

If you are applying online direct to UNE please see below for application dates.

IntakeApplication Closing DateTrimester Start Date
Trimester 116 February 2024*26 February 2024
Trimester 214 June 202424 June 2024
Trimester 311 October 202421 October 2024

*Early closing date

Important Notice for Prospective Students

For accurate, up-to-date details on entry requirements, course structure, and other essential information, please consult the UNE Student Handbook before applying or enrolling. The Handbook provides comprehensive guidance to assist in your decision-making process. We apologise for any inconvenience.