Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours)

at Australian National University

Program Structure:
 

The Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours) requires the completion of 48 units, which must consist of:
 

A minimum of 12 units from completion of research training courses from the following list:

• ANTH4012 Theory and Ethnography in the Analysis of Cultures
• POLS4011 Research Training: Scope and Methods
• POLS4047 Interpretation, Method, Critique: Interpretivist Methods in the Social Sciences
• SOCY4010 Sociology Honours Methods Seminar
   

A maximum of 12 units from completion courses from the following list:

• ANTH4011 History of Anthropological Theory
• POLS4038 Comparative Political Institutions
• POLS4039 Comparative Political Behaviour
• POLS4040 Comparative Federalism
• POLS4041 Special Topics in Comparative Politics
• POLS4012 International Cooperation
• POLS4013 International Relations Theory
• POLS4021 Civilian Protection in Conflict and Post-Conflict Zones
• POLS4027 Terrorism and Counter Terrorism
• POLS4031 Globalisation: Theories, Issues, Debates
• POLS4032 Globalisation: the Interaction of Economics and Politics
• POLS4036 Human Rights and Human Responsibility
• SOCY4009 Sociology Honours Theory Seminar
   

24 units from completion of any of the following compulsory course:

• THES4103 Thesis 
   

HONS4100 Final Honours Grade will be used to calculate the Class of Honours and the Mark. It will be calculated using the formula: S (mark x units) / S units, giving NCN and WN a nominal mark of zero
 

Students must consult the Development Studies Honours Convenor in the selection of their methods and theory courses.
 

Elective Study

Once you have met the program requirements of your degree, you may have enough electives to complete an additional elective major, minor or specialisation.

Admission Requirements

A Bachelor of Development Studies Degree from ANU, or equivalent from another institution with a weighted average mark of at least 70 per cent calculated from the 48 units of courses listed in the degree as core courses, development studies courses and advanced level courses, and with the written approval of an identified supervisor for THES4103 Thesis.
 

Adjustment Factors
 

Adjustment factors are additional points added to an applicant's Selection Rank (for example an applicant's ATAR). ANU offers adjustment factors based on performance and equity principles, such as for high achievement in nationally strategic senior secondary subjects and for recognition of difficult circumstances that students face in their studies. 
 

Selection Rank adjustments are granted in accordance with the approved schedules, and no more than 15 (maximum 5 subject/performance-based adjustment factors and maximum 10 equity-based adjustment factors) can be awarded. 
 

You may be considered for adjustment factors if you have:

• applied for an eligible ANU Bachelor degree program
• undertaken Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate
• achieved an ATAR or equivalent at or above 70
• not previously attempted tertiary study.

The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.
 

Annual indicative fee for international students

$48,803.00

Employment Opportunities

Honours in Development Studies is an entry pathway into employment in overseas aid delivery, community development, immigration, indigenous affairs, and cross-cultural communication in both government and non-government sectors.