Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours)

Domestic Students

• To qualify for entry into Honours, students must have completed the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (BPPE) with an average of at least 75% across the major (or majors) in which the Honours degree will be undertaken, with the additional requirement of a Distinction in two of the 300-level subjects required by the major.
• Applicants are also required to complete a 500-word outline of the proposed thesis topic. The outline should indicate the topic the applicant wishes to research and provide a justification of the significance of the research from a personal and/or intellectual point of view.
• Students considering an Honours degree are encouraged to consult the Program Coordinator well in advance to seek approval for enrolment, discuss their program, and negotiate a thesis topic and supervisors.

Recent Secondary Education:

• If you are a current high school student in Australia, or you’ve finished high school recently, your admission to UOW will likely be based on your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) or International Baccalaureate admissions score (IBAS).
• Other high-school qualifications UOW considers for entry include:
• Students may be admitted to this course via Early Admission.
• See UOW Admissions for more information.
• Adjustments are used to increase your Selection Rank. Factors such as the subjects you are studying, the location of your school, or your eligibility for equity and access schemes may be taken into consideration. Find out more about UOW's adjustment factors.
• GCE A-Levels
• New Zealand NCEA Level 3
• Overseas senior secondary qualifications comparable to Australian qualifications

Work and life experience:

• Admission to UOW is primarily based on your academic qualifications, with work or life experience generally not considered. If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, we recommend exploring recognized pathway programs, such as those offered by UOW College or the TAFE Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC).
• For more information, please refer to the UOW Admissions Information page.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people:

• UOW's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre's Indigenous Admissions Program (IAP) offers an alternative pathway for Indigenous Australians aged 17 and over who are seeking entry into an undergraduate course at UOW. Upon completing the IAP, applicants will be considered for admission based on an interview and assessment of both academic and non-academic qualities. For further details, including the application process, please contact Woolyungah Indigenous Centre.

Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications:

• UOW recognises a range of overseas secondary, vocational and higher education qualifications. Your qualifications will be assessed for equivalence to Australian qualifications and the admission requirements for this course.Documents issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by an official English translation. An official English translation is a verified translation of your documents into English, completed by a qualified translator so it can be accepted as part of your application.For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.

English language proficiency:

• All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.
• Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.
• Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.

International Students

• To qualify for entry into Honours, students must have completed a BPPE with an average of at least 75% across the major (or majors) in which the Honours degree will be undertaken, with the additional requirement of a Distinction in two of the 300-level subjects required by the major. Applicants are also required to complete a 500-word outline of the proposed thesis topic. The outline should indicate the topic the applicant wishes to research and provide a justification of the significance of the research from a personal and/or intellectual point of view. Students considering an Honours degree are encouraged to consult the Program Coordinator well in advance to seek approval for enrolment, discuss their program, and negotiate a thesis topic and supervisors.

Academic Entry Requirements:

• To succeed in your chosen course, you should have completed relevant subjects in senior high school or other qualifications. For more information, refer to UOW's Entry Requirements page.

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