Undergraduate Study

Over the period 2005-2009, all courses at the University of Canberra will be restructured to give students greater choice and flexibility in planning their study program. These changes will allow for greater curriculum breadth, more simplified course structures, a more flexible study load and easier transportability of courses from institution to institution. 

Links to the following courses will give information on the new restructured courses from 2005.

Courses from 2010

Bachelor of Applied Economics
Bachelor of Business Administration*
Bachelor of Building and Construction Management
Bachelor of Commerce*
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
Bachelor of Management *
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Bachelor of Tourism Management*
Bachelor of Urban, Regional and Planning

*Also available in double-degree combinations. For full descriptions please see UC Courses

Bachelor of Applied Economics (943AA)

Enquiries to: Craig Applegate (PhD), 6D12, 6201 2724

This course prepares students to practise economics in a wide range of fields in both the private and public sectors. It offers flexibility and breadth with a large choice of elective majors from areas such as accounting, psychology, management, law, language, politics, financial planning, international business, marketing, IT and more. The course provides the analytical skills required of economists, the capacity to think critically about economic issues, and the breadth needed to apply economics successfully to the formulation of policy.

Economic principles pervade almost every aspect of our lives as workers and consumers. In the private sector, economists are employed in the finance industry, consultancy, lobby groups and the media. In Canberra. it is one of the degrees most highly demanded by the public service and the private sector dealing with government. Economists are employed in virtually every Commonwealth and State government department and agency and contribute to the formulation of a wide range of policies including education, social security, job training, trade and protection, industry and communications. Economists are also in high demand by international agencies such as the World Bank and International Monetary Fund and by international corporations.

The Bachelor of Applied Economics is available as a double degree with Commerce; Management; Laws and Advertising/Marketing Communication.

Handbook Information:

Bachelor of Applied Economics

Bachelor of Applied Economics/Bachelor of Advertising and Marketing Communication

Bachelor of Applied Economics/Bachelor of Communication in Advertising and Marketing Communication

Bachelor of Applied Economics/Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Applied Economics/Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Applied Economics/Bachelor of Management

The new 2009 booklet on the Bachelor of Applied Economics and double degrees (PDF 127kb) is now available.


Bachelor of Business Administration (761AA)

Course Convenor: Raechel Johns, 6D28, 6201 2726

The Bachelor of Business Administration is a creative and flexible program of study in commerce and business. Students obtain a broad understanding of the business disciplines and may choose major sequences of study from business domains such as banking and financial services, business management, international business and marketing.

The aim of the program is to develop well-rounded business professionals who are equipped to solve problems within a multi-disciplinary business environment. Graduates will also have a high level of generic attributes and skills, consistent with the expectations of the University and the wider professional community.

The Bachelor of Business Administration is also available as a double degree with the Business Informatics, and Management.

Handbook Information:

Bachelor of Business Administration (761AA)

Bachelor of Business Administration/Bachelor of Business Informatics (806AA)

Bachelor of Business Administration/Bachelor of Management (807AA)

Bachelor of Building and Construction Management(976AA)

Course Convenor: Paul Watson, 6C11, 6201 5043


The Building and Construction industry plays an important role in the Australian economy.The value of work done in 2006 amount to $90 billion and there are over 900,000 people employed in the Australian industry. There are approximately 12,000 people employed in the industry in the ACT and region. At the current time there is a considerable shortage of managers in the industry. The Bachelor of Building and Contruction Management is a three and a half year management degree aimed at providing the knowledge necessary to act as a manager in the building and contruction industry. 

Handbook Information:

Bachelor of Building and Construction Management

 Bachelor of Commerce (762AA)

Course Convenor: Peter Graham, 6C26, 6201 2734

The Bachelor of Commerce degree provides a creative and flexible program of studies in commerce and business that is consistent with educational best practice. Students may study exclusively within traditional and emerging business domains such as accountancy, economics, entrepreneurship, banking and financial services, financial planning, information systems, international business, human resource management and marketing, or complement a business-related major with studies in social sciences, psychology, languages or other non-business areas.

The aim of the Bachelor of Commerce program is to develop business professionals who have the relevant knowledge and skills for admission to their respective professional communities but who are also equipped to solve problems within a multi-disciplinary business environment. Graduates will appreciate their chosen discipline in the context of the wider social, legal, economic and political environment and will have a high level of generic attributes and skills, consistent with the expectations of the University and the wider professional community.

The Bachelor of Commerce is also available as a double degree with Economics, International Studies, Law, Tourism Management, and Communication (Advertising/Marketing).

Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Commerce is accredited with CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (for students studying accounting), the Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance (for banking and finance students) and the Australia Securities and Investment Commission and the Financial Planning Association (financial planning students).

Handbook Information:

Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Advertising and Marketing Communication

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Communication in Advertising and Marketing Communication

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Tourism Management

Bachelor of Applied Economics/Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Arts in International Studies/Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Applied Economics/Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Commerce

 Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (874AA)

Course Convenor: Mary Walsh (PhD), 6D1,6201 2727

The Bachelor of Commerce Honours is a one year honours level degree designed for those with interests in commerce and related fields, as reflected by the undergraduate majors offered by the School of Business & Government. These include: Accounting, Banking & Financial Services, Business Management, Economics, Financial Planning, Government, Politics & Business, Human Resource Management, Information Systems, International Management, International Business, Managing Human Resources, Marketing, Marketing Management, Public Sector Management & Policy, and Sociology and Social Policy. The Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) program aims to provide a a balance of theoretical and practical specialisation in a commerce related field with research training and applied research. The program will appeal especially to those who seek a career in research, policy formation or academia. It is not necessary to hold a Bachelor of Commerce to gain admission. Applications will be considered from holders of a Bachelor's degree with a major in a related area, including the Bachelor of Business Administration, the Bachelor of Management and the Bachelor of Economics.

As part of the research skills development, the course convenor encourages students to present aspects of their Hon ours research thesis in research seminars that are conducted throughout the year. These seminars are specifically dedicated to assisting Hon ours students to understand and develop their research thesis. The seminars provide students with the chance t present their statement of intent and work in progress seminars. The course convenor, academic staff, research staff, supervisors and students attend the seminars. To complement the research skills development, aspects of the Commerce Honours Program aim at students' professional development. Students are encouraged to develop a Professional Portfolio that showcases aspects of the Commerce Honours program.

Handbook Information:

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)

 Bachelor of Management (394AA)

Course Convenor:  Michael de Percy, 6D39, 6201 2708

The Bachelor of Management is designed for those who are making, or who plan to make, their careers in management in the business, public and non-governmental sectors. It is suitable both for those who have recently completed secondary studies and for those with some work experience. The course combines conceptual understanding and a practical orientation in Management, with a major in Government & Politics, or Management, Governance & Policy.

For students wishing to undertake research in management or government-related fields, the School offers a Honours program. The program is open to students with a credit average or above in their management degree and includes a research thesis, research colloquium and some coursework. The Honours program facilitates 'in-depth' study in management, government and related fields, and is a useful pathway to further research at postgraduate level.

The Bachelor of Management is also available as a double degree with Arts, Arts in International Studies, Business Administration, Science (Psychology), Communication (Public Relations), Communication (Journalism), and Law.

Handbook Information:

Bachelor of Management

Bachelor of Management/Bachelor of Communication in Journalism

Bachelor of Management/Bachelor of communication in Public Relations

Bachelor of Management/Bachelor of Public Relations

Bachelor of Management/Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Management/Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Students who commenced studies before 2005

If you commenced studies in the Bachelor of Management before 2005 you should refer to the Bachelor of Management Continuing Student Guide.

 

 Bachelor of Tourism Management (683AA)

Course Convenor: Robert Inbakaran(PHD) 6B16,6201 5016

Courses in Tourism Management provide students with a sophisticated understanding of the complex nature of tourism, its impact and the interrelationships between its various components.

 Bachelor of Tourism Management (Honours) (890AA)

Course Convenor:  Robert Inbakaran (PhD) 6B16, 6201 5016

 

 Bachelor of Philosophy (Hons) (677AA)

Course Convenor: Mary Walsh (PhD), 6D1, 6201 2727

This course is designed to extend the research skills of students who have demonstrated merit in their undergraduate course. The Bachelor of Philosophy Honours course includes an Honours Research Colloquium, an Honours Research thesis written with the guidance of an academic supervisor and some coursework. The research development is enhanced by participation in Research Workshops run in conjunction with UC, ANU & UNSW (ADFA) and Honours Research Progress seminars culminating in a Research Findings conference where students are invited to present their research to academic staff and postgraduate research.

Handbook information on the Bachelor of Philosophy (Hons) and links to other courses for 2008.

 

Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (956AA)

Course Convenor: Richard Hu (PhD), 7C10, 6201 2575

The course examines in particular government decision making, the pressure provided by community involvement and the increasing reliance on the private sector for infrastructure investment and management. You'll develop the skills to manage the public/private/community dynamic often found in a complex planning environment. It also develops the theoretical base for understanding economic and environmental markets and their role in policy and planning.

Handbook Information:

Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning

Pre-2005 Courses

Course requirements for pre-2005 programs can be obtained through a link on the UC Handbook Archives website.