UNDERGRADUATE
PROGRAMSTRUCTURE
Associate Degree
This 32-unit (#32) program offered at UQ
College is studied over 16 months (four
trimesters) and can either be a qualifcation
in its own right or can be a pathway to UQ’s
Bachelor of Business Management (BBM).
Bachelor degree
Bachelor degrees usually require between
three and fve years of full-time study, and
provide a systematic introduction to specifc
felds of study. You will develop an in-depth
knowledge of the content, understanding
of underlying principles and concepts, and
problem-solving and analytical skills.
Bachelor degrees can contain compulsory
courses and elective courses, often
depending on the major. See pages 22-37.
You can also combine your bachelor
degree with a Diploma in Music
Performance, Languages or Global Issues
and either spread the workload across the
duration of your degree or complete it in a
shorter period.
Honours
If you are undertaking a three-year bachelor
degree, additional study is required to be
considered for honours.
For four- and fve-year bachelor degrees,
honours is awarded based on your
academic performance during the program.
Honours is awarded at different levels
(Honours I, Honours IIA, Honours IIB or
Honours III). Generally, you must achieve
Honours IIA or better for entry into a Doctor
of Philosophy (PhD) program, and Honours
II or better for a Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
program.
Dual programs
Dual programs enable you to study for
two bachelor degrees at the same time
but in a shorter period than if you were
completing the two separately.
A dual program lets you study several areas
of interest at once. The additional knowledge
and skills you gain will give you a competitive
edge in the workforce, and will signifcantly
broaden your job prospects. You must meet
entry requirements for
both
programs to gain
admission.
Please note: a dual major is distinct from
a dual program. A dual major allows you to
undertake two different majors within the
defned study period of your undergraduate
degree.
Concurrent Diplomas
At UQ, you can undertake an undergraduate
diploma concurrently with your bachelor
degree. You may complete it over an
accelerated period, or spread the load
across the duration of your degree.
If you are interested in the Diploma
in Music Performance or the Diploma
in Languages, you can apply for these
programs directly to UQ once QTAC
offers you a UQ place. If you wish to do
the Diploma in Global Issues, you will
need to complete a year (#16 units) of
undergraduate studies before applying.
STUDYLOAD
A standard load is eight units (#8) per
semester, usually four courses.
Full-time study
International students must complete their
studies in the minimum program duration
(normally eight units per semester).
Commencement
See inside front cover for the complete 2014
academic calendar. In 2014, Semester One
will commence on 3 March, and Semester
Two will commence on 28 July. Some
programs commence earlier than these
dates, but they are noted in the Academic
Programs information on pages 22-37.
COURSES
Course selection varies depending on
your faculty and program.
Courses (subjects)
A course is a distinct unit of study within a
program, identifed by its own alphanumeric
code, title, and fxed unit value. Courses are
usually completed in one or two semesters
and most are worth two units (#2); however,
some have higher workloads and may be
worth four (#4) or eight (#8) units.
Course choice
Some programs have compulsory (core)
courses only, whereas others may allow a
restricted choice within particular categories.
Still others may offer an extended range of
courses (electives) to expand your learning
experience. You may also have to undertake
research projects. Please check the
requirements of your program very carefully.
Majors
A major, extended major, or dual major is an
area of specialised study within a program.
It may be compulsory to undertake a major
while completing a program.
Credit/exemptions
If you have completed previous tertiary
study you may be eligible to receive credit
for certain courses in your undergraduate
program. Check your program details for
more information.
Undergraduate study
You can choose from a diverse range of Bachelor programs at undergraduate level.
UQ also offers an Associate Degree and a number of Concurrent Diplomas.
BACHELOR PROGRAM SAMPLE WITH MAJOR
Year One
#2 course #2 course #2 course #2 course
#2 course #2 course #2 course #2 course
Year Two
#2 major #2 major #2 course #2 minor
#2 major #2 course #2 course #2 minor
Year Three
#2 major #2 major #2 course #2 minor
#2 major #2 course #2 course #2 minor
Note that this is a SAMPLE structure for single
major only, dual majors require at least #24, and
extended majors can be more; some programs have
compulsory courses: check the individual program
for details.
UNDERGRADUATE
PROGRAMS
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UQ Guide 2014
International Undergraduate