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Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours)

Become an expert. Investigate complex ideas. Develop key research skills.

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If you’re planning to study at UOW immediately after finishing your HSC, International Baccalaureate (IB), or an interstate equivalent, you can apply for Early Admission to this course. Applications can be submitted via the UOW Early Admission website during the designated period, usually June – August each year.

Students can also apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

If you’re a non-school leaver (e.g., completed Year 12 previously and/or have a TAFE qualification or equivalent), you can apply directly to UOW.

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International students who are studying an Australian Year 12 qualification in or outside of Australia may choose to apply through UOW Early Admission, and/or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

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Student ?
Campus
Wollongong
ATAR-SR ?
75
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
1 year full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2025
  • Spring 2025
  • Autumn 2024
  • Spring 2024
Codes
CRICOS: 095777J
UOW: 389

Overview

If you've excelled in your Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics degree, you should consider an honours year to gain an in-depth understanding of a topic that interests you. The honours research topics available are varied and negotiable: if you are passionate about a topic and want to find answers, you'll be encouraged and supported to do so.

Whatever your topic, being able to demonstrate your ability to achieve a complex goal, meet deadlines, investigate independently, use resources effectively and write coherently will be highly regarded by potential employers.

The honours year has two functions; as an in-depth project at the end of undergraduate study and as a bridge between undergraduate study and advanced research.

See the course handbook for more information.

Studying honours will:

  • Teach you research skills, navigation skills and how to use information systems (archives, the library, databases and electronic research networks)
  • Provide an opportunity to articulate complex ideas in both verbal and written format
  • Provide the experience of working closely with a supervisor on a project and preparing a major project to meet a deadline
  • Provide experience in devising, researching and delivering an individual topic of study in an extended thesis of approx. 15,000 words

You can specialise in a major by choosing from the following: 

Major 

Campus Availability 

Economics 

Wollongong (On Campus) 

Philosophy 

Wollongong (On Campus) 

Politics 

Wollongong (On Campus) 

 

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Careers

  • Business Development and Administration
  • Diplomacy
  • Economist
  • Foreign Affairs Advisor
  • Lobbyist
  • Political Advisor
  • Social Policy Development
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Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.

  • Workload

    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
WollongongOn Campus$16320 (2025)$32640 (2025)
WollongongOn Campus$14688 (2024)$29376 (2024)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewing annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

  • Autumn, 2025 at Wollongong

    Orientation: 24 - 27 February 2025
    Session: 03 March - 27 June 2025

    Applications Close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 December 2024*
    • International Applicants: 31 October 2024*

    *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session.

    Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

  • Spring, 2025 at Wollongong

    Orientation: 14 July 2025
    Session: 28 July - 20 November 2025

    Applications Close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 May 2025*
    • International Applicants: 31 March 2025*

    *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session.

    Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

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