Bachelor of Human Services(Honours) (BHumanServ (Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2264
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Human Services(Honours).
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Human Services or equivalent with a GPA of 5 in advanced compulsory courses.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 5868
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Social Work and Human Services
Email: swahs@social.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 2068
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2264
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Human Services(Honours).
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Human Services or equivalent with a GPA of 5 in advanced compulsory courses.
CRICOS Code: 058266F
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 20800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelor of Human Services(Honours)?
This program builds on the key concepts developed in the BHumanServ - learning and socialisation, individual behaviour, human interaction, life stage development, as well as normative and deviant behaviour in culturally specific and multicultural contexts. Students will learn to conduct and disseminate research based on the principles of the behavioural sciences and documenting human behaviour.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Human Services(Honours).
Honours
Honours is awarded based on the weighted percentage over the year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Human Services or equivalent with a GPA of 5 in advanced compulsory courses.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Human Services or equivalent with a GPA of 5 in advanced compulsory courses.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 058266F
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 5868
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 20800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Human Services(Honours)
Careers
Graduates find employment in a range of fields, including:
- Criminal justice system including prisons and community corrections
- Youth services
- Human services
- Community services including community consultation and engagement work
- Research and project work
- Public and social policy areas
- Postgraduate study
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Human Services(Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Human Services(Honours), a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #16 from the BHumanServ list comprising:
- All courses in Part H.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Human Services(Honours).
