- Length 4 years full-time
- Minimum 192 Units
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QLD 1
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IB 42
- Which applies to me?
- Academic plan APASP
- CRICOS code 088980J
- UAC code
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Mode of delivery
- Internal
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The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) or PhB is an innovative, research-focused undergraduate degree designed for intellectually curious students who want to explore their interests beyond the classroom. It’s the only program of its kind where disciplinary knowledge is enriched by a deep regional understanding of Asia and the Pacific.
As a member of our interdisciplinary research community you will have the opportunity to explore your interests through a diverse range of disciplines including: history, international relations, gender, culture, strategic studies, literature, politics, linguistics, anthropology, law and regulation, archaeology and economics.
Single degree
The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) requires the completion of
192 units, of which:
The 192 units must consist of:
144 units from completion of the following initial component: 84 units from the completion of courses offered by the ANU
College of Asia and the Pacific, which must include: A minimum
of 18 units from completion of Advanced Studies Courses from the following
list, which may be completed more than once: ASIA1114 Advanced Studies in Asia and the Pacific 1 ASIA2114 Advanced Studies in Asia and the Pacific 2 ASIA3114 Advanced Studies in Asia and the Pacific 3 A minimum
of 18 units from completion of Advanced Studies Extension courses offered by
the ANU College of Asia and the Pacific Either:
Or:
Or:
About this degree
In a Bachelor of Philosophy degree program you will study a total of 192 units. Typically you will take 4 courses per semester (total of 24 units) as a full time student giving you a total of 36 (6-unit) courses across your whole degree.
Enrolment Status
It is possible to enrol in fewer courses per
semester but it will take you longer to finish your program and get your
degree. If you are an international student you must always be enrolled
full-time in 24 units each semester.
Remember you will need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second
Semester. You will be able to change your enrolment in courses up until
the end of week 2 of each semester without penalty. Other things to be
aware of:
You can’t study more than 4 courses (24 units) per semester.
If you are intending to enrol in language courses and have previous experience with the language you wish to study, you need to sit a placement test to ensure you are enrolled at the most appropriate level of language study. Further information is available here.
Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses
When you enrol for the first time you will study ‘1000-level’ courses. These courses have ‘1’ as the first number in their course code, such as ASIA1234. A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses.
Electives
You can use your electives to enrol in any courses that you like, provided you meet prerequisite requirements. To find 1000-level courses, search Programs and Courses. Remember you can choose up to 8 courses from another ANU College at the University
Study Options
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) - Asia and the Pacific Single Degree Study Plan
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | ASIA1114 | 1000-level CAP Course 6 units | 1000-level CAP Course 6 units | 1000-level Elective Course 6 units |
| 1000-level Advanced Studies Extension Course 6 units | 1000-level CAP Course 6 units | 1000-level CAP Course 6 units | 1000-level Elective Course 6 units |
Do you want to talk to someone before enrolling?
Contact Student Centre, ANU College of Asia and the Pacific at cap.student@anu.edu.au