Develop specialised knowledge in your chosen major, learn to think critically, sharpen your communication, research and problem-solving skills, and undertake a thesis or research project.

This program is suited to high-achieving arts students who want to better prepare themselves for a successful professional or academic career.

You'll undertake advanced subjects that build on your bachelor’s study and focus heavily on research methods and techniques. This knowledge will prepare you to complete a substantial research project – the major component of your Honours program.

Depending on your field of study, you'll complete a semester-long or year-long Honours research thesis. You will work one-on-one with a supervisor to complete all aspects of this substantial project, including developing a suitable research topic, applying research techniques and methodologies appropriate for your field, and presenting your ideas in a written thesis.

Indonesian

Undertake advanced Indonesian language training in reading, writing and speaking.

You'll complete compulsory coursework that will hone your language skills. You can also choose to study courses on applied linguistics or Indonesian culture and history.

A major component of this program is a year-long honours research thesis, which you'll complete under one-on-one supervision. This includes developing a research question, writing a literature review, applying appropriate research methodology, and presenting your written conclusions.

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

Anthropologist
Museum curator
Archaeologist
Chinese translator/interpreter
Arts journalist
Political analyst
Digital media specialist
Correspondent/Journalist
Music journalist
Community planning and policy adviser