Course Overview

About This Course

If you value independent thinking and are looking for a pathway to research degrees and enhanced career opportunities, the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) could be ideal for you. In this optional year of specialised study, you will conduct in-depth research on a topic you are passionate about and develop advanced research skills and disciplinary knowledge through coursework. Our experienced academics will supervise you as you work on your thesis and engage with the wider discourse around your chosen topic. You will improve your critical and constructive thinking and gain practical research skills you can use in a range of private and public sectors to positively impact issues you care about. Want to conduct your own research to make a real impact in the social sciences, humanities or literary studies? This course is a wonderful way to interrogate the world. Enjoy the intellectual stimulation and personal fulfilment that comes with deep learning about a subject that is vitally important to you, while appreciating the supportive environment Deakin has to offer. After graduation, Bachelor of Arts (Honours) high-achieving students are eligible to extend their research experience through masters and doctoral research programs.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Completion of a bachelor degree or higher or major in a related discipline with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) (or equivalent average grade indicator) of at least 65 in third year units, or where relevant, final year units
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
IELTS overall score of 6.0 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
Other evidence of English language proficiency may also be accepted
Applicants are also advised to read further information and complete requirements outlined in the Information and Application form, which may include work experience, reasons for undertaking the course, previous academic information and your research proposal
An Expression of Interest (EOI) form must be completed at the same time as applying for the course (for Trimester 2 2026 applicants)

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) graduate, depending on your discipline, your skills will be in demand in a range of careers, including: business, community services, education, government civil service, international relations, media, museums and other historical or cultural institutions, not-for-profit community or policy work, private sector consulting, public office, public policy, police, research, social work, writing, editing and publishing.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units9 units

DAI001

Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin

Compulsory 0-credit point module to be completed in the first trimester of study.

AIX493

Honours Research Design

AIX494

Research Communication

AIX497

Honours Theory and Debates in the Discipline

AIX499

Honours Reading in the Discipline

ALX420

Honours Research Project A

ALX421

Honours Research Project B

ALX422

Honours Research Project C

ALX423

Honours Research Project D

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What disciplines can I specialise in for the Bachelor of Arts (Honours)?

The School of Communication and Creative Arts (SCCA) offers honours in Children's Literature, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Literary Studies, and Professional and Creative Writing. The School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) offers honours in Anthropology, Criminology, History, Sociology, International Relations, Politics, Philosophy, and Language.

What does the course structure involve?

To complete the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) you must pass 8 credit points, including a compulsory 0-credit-point Academic Integrity module. Half of the course requirements are met through coursework (which may include directed reading and/or enrolment in coursework units), and half is satisfied through a research project (thesis or dissertation) of 14,000–16,000 words.

Can I study the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) online?

Yes, the course is available online as well as at Burwood (Melbourne) and Waurn Ponds (Geelong). There are no attendance requirements for online enrolled students, although regular consultation with an appointed thesis supervisor is required.

What are the estimated tuition fees for this course?

The estimated tuition fee for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is $13,874 for 1 year full-time. This is provided as a guide only and represents the typical first-year tuition fees. The actual cost will depend on the units you choose, your study load, and the time it takes to complete the course.

What pathways are available after completing the Bachelor of Arts (Honours)?

After graduation, high-achieving Bachelor of Arts (Honours) students are eligible to extend their research experience through masters and doctoral research programs, opening up further academic and professional research career pathways.

Application

How to Apply

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