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Bachelor of Applied Research (Honours)

  • Bachelor (Honours)

The Bachelor of Applied Research (Honours) at Charles Sturt University is a standalone Honours year that enhances your technical skills with high-level analysis, research, and project management. It includes a major research project in your area of interest, preparing you for advanced career opportunities.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
1 - 2 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Mar
Domestic Fees
$7,108 per year

About this course

Overview

Add the perfect complement to your bachelor's degree. The Bachelor of Applied Research (Honours) at Charles Sturt University is a standalone Honours year that adds high-level analysis, research and project management to your technical skill set. Whether you've studied accounting, business, computer science, criminology, emergency management, IT, law, management or maths, this degree is your platform to take your studies to the next level.

You'll complete a major research project in your area of interest and bring new knowledge and insights to your field. What's more, these additional aptitudes will make you stand out in the marketplace when you graduate.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree or any double or combined degree from an Australian or approved overseas university in any of the following disciplines with a demonstrated credit or higher Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these broad fields of education:

  • Law, Justice and law enforcement
  • Emergency Management
  • Accounting, finance, economics
  • Business and Management
  • Mathematical Sciences
  • Computer Science, Information Systems.

Only in exceptional circumstances will this requirement be waived by the Faculty and this waiver must have the approval of the Executive Dean.

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

Why study with us?

Employability skills high on the list

From producing compelling presentations and preparing project briefs, to developing policy and controlling budgets, you'll develop applied research methods that are in demand across any job in any industry.

Data-driven knowledge brings results

You'll dive deep into data, directing pilot studies and fieldwork where appropriate, then drawing accurate conclusions to drive next best steps.

Manage - projects and teams

You'll combine communication and organisational skills to effectively create, deliver and report on projects - and coordinate stakeholders.

Career pathways

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:

  • Business analyst
  • Economist
  • Paralegal
  • Research data analyst
  • Research intelligence officer
  • Research officer

Course structure

Essential set (64 pts)Core subjects

32 Credit Points

CodeTitleCredit PointsRES401Honours Research Methods16 credit ptsRES402Honours Theory and Proposal16 credit ptsCompulsory subjects

32 Credit Points

Students complete one or two dissertation subjects based on their mode of study. Students from the School of Computing and Mathematics select the second group of subjects

Dissertation subject

32 Credit Points

CodeTitleCredit PointsRES403Social Science Honours Dissertation FT32 credit ptsRES404Social Science Honours Dissertation PT Part A16 credit ptsRES405Social Science Honours Dissertation PT Part B16 credit ptsDissertation subject - School of Computing and Mathematics

32 Credit Points

CodeTitleCredit PointsHRC432Computing and Mathematics Honours Dissertation FT32 credit ptsHRC417Computing and Mathematics Honours Dissertation PT Part A16 credit ptsHRC418Computing and Mathematics Honours Dissertation PT Part B16 credit pts

For enrolment pattern please refer to the handbook.

View handbook to learn more

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

  • Apply via UAC
  • Apply via VTAC
  • Apply directly to Charles Sturt