Bachelor of Professional Studies
Why study the Bachelor of Professional Studies at UNE?
No longer offered. Currently enrolled students must complete this course by 31 December, 2020.
This course of study is designed to provide opportunities for professionals approaching mid-career, including public servants, military and police personnel or anyone who may be interested in upgrading their current qualifications into a degree. The program also caters for people who have completed school three to five years ago and are now interested in returning to study, either full time or part time after having been in the workforce for a few years. Although the course seeks to meet the needs of mature age students with three or more years of work experience, it does not exclude school leavers from enrolling in the degree.
The course aims to provide opportunities for students to acquire various professional skills depending on personal interests and career paths and to develop their skills of analysis, synthesis and problem solving. As well, concepts and skills specific to different programs of study may be developed further by specializing in one or even two named areas. The course improves students' understanding of the societal context of their career roles through the interdisciplinary study of contemporary issues for Australian society including institutional issues, ethics, leadership, management as well as the examination of issues with respect to cross-cultural and international relations. It also provides opportunities for students to enhance their understanding in areas relevant to their professional development by the negotiation of appropriate elective units.
Career Opportunities
General: Middle manager in a wide range of services, administrative or community relations roles.
Peace Studies: National, international or non-government organisations involved in conflict resolution, reconstruction and re-building work, peace keeping operations, development and welfare work.
Management/Administrative Leadership: Middle manager in government, church, military, statutory and non-profit or commercial organisations.
International agency work, including UN agencies and International Non-Government Organisations (INGO's) are areas where graduates can apply to work on contract, as volunteers, and short term placements.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
3 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
Commonwealth Supported Place2011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 2, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All students apply direct to UNE
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| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||
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| Total Credit Points | 144 | |||||||||
| Benefits | The course articulates with the Master of Professional Studies and Master of Professional Studies with Honours. |
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| How to apply |
All students apply direct to UNE For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). Assumed knowledge is two units in English. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing may be granted in accordance with the UNE Advanced Standing Policy. Candidates who have graduated from the Royal Military College Duntroon and have at least five years' employment with the Australian Defence Force (Army, RAAF or Navy) shall be granted advanced standing for 72 credit points comprising: 24 credit points at 300-level from the Core Units; 12 credit points at 100-level; 18 credit points at 200-level and 18 credit points at 300-level from the Administration and Management Major. Candidates are required to complete 72 credit points comprising HUMS101, HUMS102, SOCY100 and a further 6 credit points from the Core Units and either one more Major or 48 credit points of Elective Units or any other unit approved by the course coordinator. |
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| Academic Colours |
Old Rose (BCC 157) |
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing may be granted in accordance with the UNE Policy on Advanced Standing.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) three years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to ten years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 144 credit points with not more than 60 credit points at 100-level; at least 36 credit points at 300-level or above from units that comprise the Majors.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 48 cps |
| ONE Approved Major totalling 48 credit points or TWO Approved Majors totalling 96 credit points |
48 or 96 cps |
| Elective Units The number of credit points will vary depending on whether candidates undertake ONE or TWO Majors |
0 or 48 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |
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Approved Majors
Aboriginal and Intercultural Studies
Administration and Management
Asian Studies
History of War and Society
Human Resource Development
Peace Studies
Articulation Program
Candidates who have graduated from the Royal Military College Duntroon and have at least five years' employment with the Australian Defence Force (Army, RAAF or Navy) shall be granted advanced standing for 72 credit points comprising: 24 credit points at 300-level from the Core Units; 12 credit points at 100-level; 18 credit points at 200-level and 18 credit points at 300-level from the Administration and Management Major. Candidates are required to completed 72 credit points comprising HUMS101, HUMS102, SOCY100 and a further 6 credit points from the Core Units and either one more Major or 48 credit points of Elective Units or any other unit approved by the course coordinator.
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Professional Studies in one or two of the following: Aboriginal and Intercultural Studies; Administration and Management; Asian Studies; History of War and Society; Human Resource Development; Peace Studies.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Advanced Diploma in Arts on completion of 72 credit points, including 36 credit points at 200/300-level. Such candidates who then wish to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies must re-apply for admission and will be subject to the most current rules for the course.
Progress and Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University's General Rules Policy on Academic Progress.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarim and Academic Misconduct.