Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Languages and Linguistics

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This course is a fourth year of study, building on a three-year degree in languages. In this course, students are familiarised with the major research models in languages and linguistics, critically read and review research literature in the field, use basic statistical techniques, as well as methods of linguistic data analysis, relevant to the field. All students must present a research project in the form of a thesis at the end of this course.

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Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation)

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This course is approved by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) at the Professional level (formerly Level 3). The University of Western Sydney can equip students for a fully accredited career in Interpreting and Translation, straight from school. UWS is one of the few universities whose undergraduate course is fully accredited by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI), so they can graduate directly into a professional career as an Interpreter or Translator, with no further study.

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Bachelor of Arts - Asian Studies and International Relations

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This course has a strong international flavour, with a range of units concerned both with Australia and Asia, as well as units in international politics, war and peace. Students will have access a broad, liberal education and they will also gain the skills to mediate between Australia and the world in general, and Asia in particular, through political, economic, commercial, cultural, diplomatic and strategic links. Employment opportunities may be found in state and Commonwealth public services, overseas organisations, trade and tourist organisations, business and industry, education and research.

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Bachelor of Arts - Cultural and Social Analysis

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This program is aimed at developing knowledge, research skills and analytic capacities relevant to understanding and interpreting landscapes of cultural diversity and social difference in the contemporary world, both in terms of the broad contours, as well as specific micro-social environments. The major study is based on the fundamental premise that the individual identities are not created by themselves alone, but are formed within specific cultural, social, material and spatial environments. It provides grounding in contemporary debates and methodologies in cultural studies and social theory. Social and Cultural Analysis draws on various disciplines including history, sociology, anthropology, communications, linguistics and social psychology. Topics include globalisation, popular culture (including film and literature), everyday urban life, cultural and social impacts of scientific theories and new technologies, multiculturalism, contemporary spirituality, the body in culture, and theories of feminism, postmodernism and postcolonialism.

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Bachelor of Arts - English, Text and Writing

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This course invites students to explore contemporary approaches to language, literary study, and writing including literary criticism and theory, linguistic analysis, genre and textual study and creative writing. The course focuses on the imaginative workings of language, and they can study a wide selection of modern and classic literature, as well as the relationships between written texts and other media such as film, the visual arts and information technology. Students also have the opportunity to produce their own creative writing and to edit and publish their work. Career prospects include publishing, editing, copywriting (TV, radio, print, web), Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) of websites, business writing (business plans, marketing plans, proposals, etc.), journalism, fiction and ghost-writing, teaching (with further study) and arts administration.

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Bachelor of Arts - History, Politics and Philosophy

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This course explains about the revival of humanist studies in renaissance Europe in the fifteenth century, due to this universities have placed history, politics and philosophy at the heart of studies in the Humanities. These studies focus upon humankind as the central object of study. The aim is to better understand themselves and others. It has been said that every society is the sum of its past. History is the study of humankind in its past. The history units developed in this key program offer opportunities to study Australian, European and Asian History. Politics is the study of how societies organize to resolve key issues of governance, such as sovereignty, power, opportunity, property, civic freedom and social justice. Philosophy is the study of the general principles and purposes underlying human action. All the units in this key program also offer opportunities for the development of the key skills essential to study in the humanities such as the skills of information gathering, methodical research, critical evaluation, and effective communication.

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Bachelor of Arts - Islamic Studies

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In this course students will explore the issues relevant to the development of Islam as a religion, culture and civilisation. They will gain an understanding of the rich diversity of Islam in the past and present. This is offered in partnership with the University of Melbourne and Griffith University through the joint National Centre of Excellence in Islamic Studies. As an Islamic Studies graduate, they will be prepared to work in a range of areas where specialist Islamic knowledge is required. Possible job titles and areas include: Islamic community development officer, political adviser, foreign affairs, immigration, journalism and primary/secondary education with further training.

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Bachelor of Arts - Languages

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This program allows applicants to choose the languages or linguistics course that best suits their career aspirations and current level of language proficiency. It is also flexible enough to allow them to pursue a sub-major in any other course from across the University, so they can tailor their degree to their future. Languages available for study may include Arabic, Chinese, Italian, Japanese and Spanish. Students will be prepared for work in a range of professions where language skills are required. Possible job titles includes arts administrator, writer/author, foreign language journalist, politician, diplomat, linguist, cultural and public policy analyst/adviser, researcher, historian and heritage and museum consultant and curator.

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Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

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This degree adopts a cross-discipline approach to psychology and psychology-related areas. It covers scientific and humanities disciplines including: the history of psychology, biological psychology, learning, social psychology, lifespan development, lifespan development, individual differences, personality and cognitive processes. In general, the course develops the student's communication and personal skills, as well as their creativity, capacity for independent thought, adaptability to new situations and problem-solving skills.

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Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Laws

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This degree gives students a broad liberal legal education with a strong practical orientation. It is designed to equip them with the required knowledge and skills for legal practice. Even if they are not seeking to practise as a lawyer, their learning will be enriched by exposure to the ethos and practice of law. The course provides with: professional legal skills, including the ability to analyse legal material and understand fundamental legal principles; an understanding of the relationship between law and society; general analytical skills for analysing and solving non-legal problems; and specialised study into the Australian legal system. During the course they will develop skills in advocacy, negotiation, legal drafting and legal research. The law component provides students with professional legal skills including the ability to analyse legal material, understand fundamental legal principles, understand the relationship between law and society, and gain general analytical skills for critical thinking and problem solving. Special emphasis is placed on the development of skills in advocacy, negotiation, legal drafting and legal research.

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Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Laws

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This degree gives students a broad liberal legal education with a strong practical orientation. It is designed to equip them with the required knowledge and skills for legal practice. Even if they are not seeking to practise as a lawyer, their learning will be enriched by exposure to the ethos and practice of law. The course provides with: professional legal skills, including the ability to analyse legal material and understand fundamental legal principles; an understanding of the relationship between law and society; general analytical skills for analysing and solving non-legal problems; and specialised study into the Australian legal system. During the course they will develop skills in advocacy, negotiation, legal drafting and legal research. The law component provides students with professional legal skills including the ability to analyse legal material, understand fundamental legal principles, understand the relationship between law and society, and gain general analytical skills for critical thinking and problem solving. Special emphasis is placed on the development of skills in advocacy, negotiation, legal drafting and legal research.

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Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Primary)

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This consecutive combination of an undergraduate arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare students for a rewarding career in primary teaching. Career examples include teachers in government or non-government primary schools and colleges and careers relevant to the majors chosen in the arts degree.

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Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Primary)

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This consecutive combination of an undergraduate arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare students for a rewarding career in primary teaching. Career examples include teachers in government or non-government primary schools and colleges and careers relevant to the majors chosen in the arts degree.

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Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Primary)

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This consecutive combination of an undergraduate arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare students for a rewarding career in primary teaching. Career examples include teachers in government or non-government primary schools and colleges and careers relevant to the majors chosen in the arts degree.

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Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Primary)

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This consecutive combination of an undergraduate arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare students for a rewarding career in primary teaching. Career examples include teachers in government or non-government primary schools and colleges and careers relevant to the majors chosen in the arts degree.

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Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary)

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This consecutive combination of an undergraduate arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare students for a rewarding career in primary teaching. Career examples include teachers in government or non-government primary schools and colleges and careers relevant to the majors chosen in the arts degree.

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Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary)

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This consecutive combination of an undergraduate arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare students for a rewarding career in primary teaching. Career examples include teachers in government or non-government primary schools and colleges and careers relevant to the majors chosen in the arts degree.

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Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary)

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This consecutive combination of an undergraduate arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare students for a rewarding career in primary teaching. Career examples include teachers in government or non-government primary schools and colleges and careers relevant to the majors chosen in the arts degree.

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Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary)

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This consecutive combination of an undergraduate arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare students for a rewarding career in primary teaching. Career examples include teachers in government or non-government primary schools and colleges and careers relevant to the majors chosen in the arts degree.

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Bachelor of Biomolecular Science

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This degree equips students with specialised knowledge and understanding of the molecular basis of human health and disease. After undertaking a common first year, students select a key program in human molecular biology or pharmaceutical chemistry. The degree prepares graduates for a wide range of employment prospects as professional scientists in analytical, diagnostic and research laboratories, in science communication, technical sales and secondary science education, and provides a suitable foundation for entry into postgraduate research and coursework programs. This program offers unique opportunities to specialise in the molecular sciences which underpin understanding of human health and disease, and which provide diagnostic tools and novel drugs for treating disease.

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