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.

German

Expand your written and spoken German language skills in this major.

Compulsory advanced-level courses encourage you to analyse and discuss a range of texts with an emphasis on stylistics, conceptual advancement and developing your knowledge of German culture and history.

You'll complete an honours thesis, working with a supervisor to define a relevant topic, conduct research and present your arguments in a dissertation.

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