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Bachelor of Arts Diploma in Languages 2014
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Arts Message from the Dean Welcome to the Faculty of Arts – the original and oldest faculty at the University of Melbourne. We are a diverse faculty with a common commitment to innovation and community engagement. We offer programs as wide-ranging as Indigenous Studies, Classics and Indonesian language. At the same time, we provide employment-relevant specialisations in such fields as Public Policy, Journalism, Linguistics, Cultural Conservation and Development Studies. Our programs reflect the inspiring ambitions of the Melbourne Model with features such as: common curriculum in first year, clear sequences through the three years, capstone subjects in every (non-language) major, and opportunities for internships and study abroad enrichment programs. While you will be immersing yourself in a rich and diverse academic life in one of the leading Arts faculties in the world, I also hope you take the time to enjoy other aspects of University life. There are a wide range of student enrichment activities for you to take part in, as well as clubs for you to join, opportunities for student leadership and community volunteering. Whatever path you choose I know that you will have an exciting and rewarding experience at Melbourne. Congratulations on your achievements thus far, I trust they will continue throughout your studies. I warmly welcome you to the Arts community. Professor Mark Considine Dean, Faculty of Arts
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Contents Arts at the University of Melbourne
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Getting you Started
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Glossary of Terms
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Course Planning
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Majors in the BA
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Arts Foundation (AF) Subjects
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Breadth in the BA
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Diplomas 15 Student Experience
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Student Support and Wellbeing Services
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Campus map
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Arts at the University of Melbourne The Arts Student Centre (ASC) The Arts Student Centre is your primary information and support resource and is located in the Arts West Building, next to the Baillieu Library. Open from 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, we welcome all your queries, so do come in and see us. The ASC computer lab and study areas stay open until late on week nights for you to use and are also open on weekends. Your student centre provides a great range of services to help you manage your enrolment and will connect you to a variety of university services if you wish to enhance your degree or if you run into difficulty at any stage throughout your degree. So if you have a question but don’t know who to ask, start by asking at your Arts Student Centre. See also the ASC website (http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/arts-student-centre/) for more information on course planning, support options and information for commencing students, including some policy information.
ASC Services Include:
Course Advice
> Current and future study planning
At any point in your course, you have the opportunity to meet with a trained student advisor and discuss structuring your degree, the rules and regulations specific to your degree program, and what steps to take to help make sure your degree is working for you.
> Student ID cards > Timetabling assistance > Enrolment management, including subject changes > Academic Skills support ‘drop-ins’ > Support for International Students >
Course Advice, including: – One-on-one advice appointments – Taking leave of absence – Overloading and over-enrolling – Exchange and Study Abroad – Special Consideration – Concurrent diplomas, such as the Diploma in Languages and U21 Certificate and Diploma in Global Issues – Honours and graduate study > Academic Skills i- tutes > Careers and Employment advice >
Referrals to other Support Services: – Health and Wellbeing services – Housing and Financial Services – International Student Support and Visa advice – Student Advocacy Service
> Information on the Grievances and Appeals process
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Student advisors are experts in majors, minors, diplomas, studying abroad, studying subjects external to the University, and the best ways to make the most of your time here at Melbourne. You can drop in to the ASC for advice on the spot, or you can make an online booking to meet one-on-one with a student advisor. Book online through your student portal, my.unimelb. Go into the Campus and Services tab to book an advice appointment. http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/arts-student-centre/ contact/book-adviser
Virtual Queuing No need to stand in queues at the Arts Student Centre, text ‘Arts’ to 0477 752 222, go to the library, enjoy a coffee, relax and we’ll text you when it’s time to make your way over to the Student Centre.
Getting you started The Arts Welcome Webinar The Arts Welcome Webinar will be held live on Tuesday 21 January 2014. This session is an important part of your enrolment and will help you to understand your course structure, rules and subject options. You will have the opportunity to listen to Arts Student Centre staff, hear from current students and ask questions of our course advisors. Students who wish to participate in the webinar and live chat should log on through our First Time Enrolment webpage. (http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/arts-studentcentre/commencing/enrolment) Students who prefer to attend the Course Information Session on Wednesday 22nd January can only do so by registration as places for this session are limited. Register here (students only). https://www.eventbrite.com/e/academic-advice-daywelcome-session-2014-tickets-9194542123 Once the webinar is finished, you can still watch the webinar recording at the Arts Student Centre’s First Time Enrolment webpage.
By Friday 24th January 2014, I have: Accepted my offer Selected my subjects and added them to my enrolment (these can be changed at a later date) Attended a group course advice session Liked the ‘Welcome to Arts’ FB page Read the ‘Arts News and Events’ blog for information about the Arts Peer Mentor Program (http://studentcentre.arts.unimelb.edu.au/) Added 0477 752 222 to my mobile for virtual queuing
In the first 6 weeks of semester I have: Met with a Student Advisor Met with a Student Connect Advisor Joined a tour of the Baillieu Library and visited the Arts Student Centre Joined the Melbourne Arts Students Society (M-ASS) Joined at least one University club Found the best coffee on campus!
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Glossary of terms Academic Advice Day Academic Advice Day is designed to help you decide what you wish to study within your Arts degree. There is a myriad of discipline options available within Arts, many of which you may not have been exposed to before. To help you make an informed choice about which disciplines you wish to explore within your degree, we ask that you attend as many discipline information sessions as possible during Academic Advice Day. You may just discover an area of study that will become a life-long passion.
Enrolment Completing and confirming your enrolment is an essential part of accepting your place at the University of Melbourne. It is up to you to ensure that your enrolment is completed within the timeframes set by the University. If you have not done so already, you should complete the first administrative steps of enrolment as soon as possible. This involves logging in to the University’s secure online enrolment website, and completing the administrative steps on your online enrolment form. It is important that you record receipt numbers after completing each step. These steps should be completed prior to seeing a student advisor for subject selection advice. If you are not able to complete your enrolment within the deadline set by the University it is extremely important that you contact the Arts Student Centre as soon as possible. Failure to complete the enrolment process within set timeframes may result in additional processing fees or worse still, the loss of your place in the degree. You will be required to re-enrol each year for the following academic year, the re-enrolment period is generally from mid-October until mid-December. During this time it is very important that you course plan for the whole of the following year. Failure to do so may result in a fine and even worse cancellation of you place in the course. Look out for notifications of the re-enrolment period through your Student Portal.
Orientation Orientation for new students takes place in the week before classes commence and usually runs from Tuesday to Friday in the last week of February and at mid-year in the last week of July. Orientation is all about making contact with teaching schools, preparing for the first weeks of semester, making friends, joining clubs and societies, and discovering the University campus. You should use the orientation period to finalise your timetable and find out the locations of your lecture theatres. There is nothing worse than sneaking into your first lecture 10 minutes late because you couldn’t find the right theatre!
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The University orientation program includes a host of activities designed to introduce you to University life and student clubs. There will be music, events and activities, information and welcome sessions, library tours and plenty more. Check out the Orientation website for details or pick up the Guide to Orientation brochure on campus. Your first couple of weeks at University is the best time to ask questions and find out what you need to know. At University, unlike school, it is up to you to find out what you need to know, so don’t be afraid to ask questions (no matter how silly you think they sound) as chances are someone else is wondering about the same thing too.
Arts Peer Mentoring You may want to join the Arts Peer Mentor program where a small group of new students is matched to a senior Arts student, or mentor. You’ll be invited to meet as a group up to five times over the first semester, including a couple of times with all the students on the program. Some activities such as the Trivia event and welcome lunch are organised by the senior students, otherwise you’ll meet informally as a small group in a café or elsewhere on campus. This is a great way to start to making connections with other students and to have your Uni life and study queries answered. The senior Arts students can provide you with lots of useful information as well as support as you adjust to Uni. Then, in following years you may want to give back by mentoring your own group of new students. Find out more, and register for Arts Mentoring at Welcome to Arts FB.
Subject Selection In the next few days you will need to select a range of subjects you would like to study in your first year. It is important that you take the time to consider which subjects you want to take at level one of your degree before attending an appointment with a course advisor. At the appointment, you will have the opportunity to discuss your plan for your BA degree and have any questions answered. The subjects you take at level one generally dictate the direction your course will take and which major/s you complete. We also encourage students to meet with a course advisor during each year of their degree. If you want to meet with a course advisor now or at any point in the future, book an Advice Appointment online. http://student-advising-system.unimelb.edu.au/
Subject
Minor
One unit of study (usually 12.5points) in a particular area of interest, for example the subject ANCW10001 Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia is a subject offered within the area of Ancient World Studies. You are normally required to complete 4 subjects per semester, 8 subjects per year.
A minor provides a focused program of study in a particular area, but includes fewer subjects than the major and does not include the capstone subject. Most minors require 75 points of study.
Subject points Progress throughout your degree is measured by a points system. In order to complete your degree, you will need a set number of points in a particular sequence. Bachelor of Arts students are generally required to complete 100 points of study at each of first, second and third year levels, and 300 points in total. Most subjects are worth 12.5 points. However, some subjects are worth 25 points depending on the contact hours and amount of work required to complete the subject. You must complete at least 50 points of first year study before you can progress to second year study.
Major A major is a focused program of study (or specialisation), in a particular study area. Completing a major gives you an in-depth understanding of a study area or discipline, and prepares you for particular career outcomes or leads to graduate study. All non-language majors feature a compulsory capstone subject taken at third year. The capstone subject ties together the major themes explored in the discipline. Most majors require 100 points of study across three years; however, a few require more points. Details of each major sequence can be found in the course and subject handbook. https://handbook.unimelb.edu.au/view/2014/B-ARTS All Bachelor of Arts students are required to complete at least one major within their degree.
Arts Foundation Subjects In your first year of study you must complete at least one Arts Foundation (AF) subject. Arts Foundation subjects are taught collaboratively by academics from across the Arts Faculty, and are structured around a central idea or theme. Arts Foundation subjects are designed to assist in transition to University and provide you with academic skills and facilitate informed study choices for the remainder of your degree. There is a full listing of 2014 Arts Foundation subjects on page 13 of this guide.
Breadth You are required to complete up to 25% of your degree, a minimum of four and a maximum of six subjects, in an area of study from outside the Arts discipline. (However, note that some Chinese, Japanese and Indonesian language subjects may also be taken as breadth). Breadth will allow you to develop other areas of expertise separate to your major or minor. More detailed information on Breadth can be found on page 14 of this guide and in the Handbook.
The first two weeks of semester The first two weeks of semester are a time of adjusting and settling into the academic year and your new degree. It is a good idea for you to spend the first week of semester attending as many different lectures as possible in order to get some idea of which subjects and disciplines interest you most and which do not. You may find that a subject that you have attended but have not officially enrolled in, interests you much more than one you are enrolled in. You have the first two weeks of semester to change the subjects in your enrolment.
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The student portal and subject variations The student portal, My.Unimelb, is the online tool that you will use to access all of your personal, course and University information. It is very important that you access your student portal regularly to check your email, lecture notes and important University news. You will also make changes to your enrolment through the student portal. From time to time, the University will get in contact with you via My.Unimelb and your University email account. You might be contacted about the requirements for the degree, opportunities to enhance your study, and administrative matters. By regularly reading the Arts News and Events blog you will keep up- to-date with important, timely information. It is also essential that you check your student email via the portal every couple of days during your studies here. This includes checking in the breaks between semesters, as a lot is happening behind the scenes during the summer and winter recesses. When you make changes to your enrolment, such as requesting leave or enrolling in subjects, you will submit the changes to your student centre via the online student portal. Online subject changes are only available during some of the year and you will receive notification of when it is possible to enrol online via your University email account. If you try to change your subjects online at other times, you will get an error message. You can access your student portal by searching student portal or My.Unimelb (https://my.unimelb.edu.au/) on the University website. To log into the portal, use your email login and password.
Learning Management System (LMS) The LMS is the online space where students can find subject requirements, assessment information, staff contact details, subject readings and lecture documents plus a range of tools that can facilitate group and individual work including discussion forums, wikis, blogs, audio recordings and tests. The LMS is accessed from the student portal or via the LMS web site (www.lms. unimelb.edu.au/login/). The LMS is an invaluable tool and you will use it constantly to support your studies. Make sure you check the LMS regularly and are familiar with how to navigate the LMS.
Important dates for subject changes You have until the end of the second week of each semester to vary your enrolment, such as swapping, adding or deleting subjects. After this, you can withdraw from subjects up until the subject census date. > standard semester one subjects’ census date – 31 March > standard semester two subjects’ census date – 31 August > Intensive subjects have different census dates, depending on when teaching takes place and when the final assessment is due. You will find all your subject census dates on your Statement of Liability. You will be eligible for a refund of fees if you withdraw from a subject before the census date. Under special circumstances, you may be permitted to withdraw from a subject after the census date has passed. If you withdraw from a subject after the census date, you won’t usually be eligible for a refund. Students seeking a late withdrawal or refund of fees for withdrawn subjects should consult Arts Student Centre staff. Your course and subject enrolment is your responsibility Make yourself aware of subject census dates to avoid being liable for fees for subjects you aren’t going to complete.
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Special Consideration
Hurdle Requirements
From time to time, unexpected things happen that have an impact on your ability to study and complete assessment within the deadline. Special consideration is the University’s procedure for taking into account severe circumstances beyond your control that may adversely affect your studies. As part of your application for special consideration, you will need a medical professional to complete the Health Professional Record (HPR) form in support of your application. Through the HPR form, the ASC is provided with independent evidence that something out of the ordinary has occurred, and this allows them to make special arrangements with you while ensuring equity and the integrity of the course. If you need consideration for reasons other than health or injury, you must still submit your HPR form and attach relevant documentation (for example, police reports or death notices from the newspaper).
The vast majority of Arts subjects have a hurdle requirement. This means you are expected to attend between 75-80% of your tutorials in order to successfully pass the subject. Tutorials are an important aspect of the Arts learning environment so it is important that you attend your tutorials and contribute to the discussions taking place in these tutorials.
When you apply for special consideration, you will need to indicate what considerations you feel you need to achieve parity in your studies. You may be afforded additional time to complete assessment, permission to take assessment at a later date, to have an alternative form of assessment or have a relaxation of the hurdle requirements for a subject. Special consideration will not be used to raise your results (for example from 58% to 62%).
Extension Policy Special Consideration is only granted in very special circumstances, if you are seeking an extension for a less severe reason you must consult The University’s Extension Policy. http://policy.unimelb.edu.au/MPF1029 This policy allows you to apply for an extension of up to 10 days and can be negotiated with the academic in charge of assessment. Please familiarise yourself with this policy as it is more than likely that you will need to utilise it at least once throughout your studies.
Student Equitable Adjustment Policy The Student Equitable Adjustment Policy (SEAP) is designed for students who have an ongoing condition or situation that has a negative impact on their studies. In this case, the ASC works with the student to set in place reasonable adjustments that will assist in ensuring you get through your studies successfully. As with Special Consideration, you may be afforded additional time to complete assessment, permission to take assessment at a later date, to have an alternative form of assessment or have a relaxation of the hurdle requirements; but these adjustments are set in place at the beginning of the semester in order to assist you in successfully managing your study load in light of your adjustments. If you feel the SEAP may be relevant to you, meet with the ASCs Equity Officer(s).
Alternative Exam Arrangements In order to ensure that all students are treated equitably, the ASC can help make alternative examination arrangements for those experiencing significant difficulty or students who have special requirements. These arrangements should be set in place as early as possible in the semester to allow enough time to make any possible changes occur. Diabetic students, for example, may be granted special permission to bring food, drink and blood sugar testing kits into their exam or a student with a broken writing arm may be permitted to type their exam at a computer. If you think you may need an alternative exam arrangement organised for you simply make an appointment to see a Student Equity Officer at the Arts Student Centre.
Academic Progress There is the chance that you might run into difficulties with your study and fail one or more subjects. If this occurs, you may be required to meet with a student advisor to discuss strategies to improve your academic performance in the coming semester. If you are not successful in overcoming your study difficulties over the following semesters, you may eventually be required to discuss your enrolment with the Faculty Progress Committee. This is a worst-case scenario and Arts Student Advisors try wherever possible to put structures in place to assist you in successfully completing your degree. If you are ever concerned about your progress, see an advisor in the ASC for advice. You can also consult with the Student Advocacy Service, which is open to all enrolled students. http://union.unimelb.edu.au/advocacy/
Tell Arts what you think Every semester the ASC runs focus groups to get firsthand feedback from students about what works and what does not work. This feedback from you helps us plan better, make improvements and work on what we do well. Look out for invitations to the focus groups later in the semester. You can let us know what you think at anytime by filling in an online feedback survey. (http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/arts-student-centre/ contact), or by picking up a copy at the Student Centre.
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Course Planning Your Responsibility While we are here to help you every step of the way you must take responsibility for your time at the University. This includes being responsible for subject choices, and understanding the structure and requirements of your degree, learning what services are available to you and accessing them when you need. Staff in the ASC and teaching staff are always happy to discuss any issues that may concern you.
How do I choose my subjects? In the time following Academic Advice Day you should think carefully about the information you have received. The subjects that you choose in first year can shape the course of your degree, so take your time when selecting them. Individual subject descriptions can be found in the University of Melbourne Handbook.
What if I am too late in enrolling, and a subject fills up? In most cases there are no limits or quotas placed on the number of students who can enrol in any first year subject. This means that you won’t miss out on any subjects, no matter how popular, even if you are amongst the last to enrol. Likewise, most second and third year subjects do not have a limit on the number of students permitted to enrol. A few subjects in level two and three do have an enrolment quota, usually because of a fieldwork, internship or overseas travel element. Enrolment in quota subjects requires permission from the academic coordinator of the subject. This should usually be obtained during the enrolment period in the year before the subject is taught. Any quota or special entry subjects are clearly labeled as such in the course and subject handbook.
http://handbook.unimelb.edu.au
Timetable and Class Registration
Take note of individual subject codes as well as subject names, then write them into the blank course plan. You should also look carefully at the subject timetable.
Your personalised timetable will allow you to view your schedule and register for classes through the student portal. It is your responsibility to register for all of your classes using the self-registration system. Full instructions can be found on the portal, My.Unimelb.
https://sis.unimelb.edu.au/cgi-bin/subjects.pl
How many subjects should I choose? For most students undertaking full-time study, eight subjects per year is the normal load. For first year Bachelor of Arts students, this may consist of two Arts Foundation subjects, four core Arts disciplinary subjects and two Breadth subjects. If you are enrolling in a language, you will enrol in two language subjects, two Arts Foundation subjects, two other discipline subjects and two Breadth subjects. You may take fewer subjects per year, with anything over 37.5 points per semester considered a full-time student load. Be aware however, that taking a reduced study load means it will take longer to complete your course. If you are studying on a student visa, you should maintain a full study load (50 points) each semester.
How many majors and minors can I study? With careful planning in the first year of the Bachelor of Arts, you can complete two majors, or a major and a minor. Remember that it is a requirement of the BA that you complete at least one major.
Can I make up my own major or minor? No. Majors and minors have a set structure and consist of certain subjects selected by teaching departments. You cannot create your own major or minor but you are able to select from a wide variety of elective subjects available in each major and minor sequence.
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Subject Timetable To find a subject timetable, see the University Timetable, (https://sis.unimelb.edu.au/cgi-bin/subjects.pl) and follow the instructions. On this page there is also a key to the way the timetable is displayed e.g. L1/01, L1/02 means the first weekly lecture for the subject is scheduled twice and you can choose which session you will attend; C1/01, C1/02, C1/03, C1/04 means the tutorial is scheduled at four different times and/or locations and you can choose which session you will attend. You can also search the web to find the Exam Timetable, however it is not available until later in the semester. https://sis.unimelb.edu.au/cgi-bin/exam-search.pl
Lecture Theatre Locations Familiarise yourself with your lecture theatre locations prior to the start of semester. Remember to search the University website for Lecture Theatre Listings. www.studentadmin.unimelb.edu.au/leclist.html
Lost On Campus There is also a free iPhone app; Lost On Campus, which provides you with an easy way to find your next class. Download it!
Textbooks Buy your textbooks and subject readers from the Co-Op Bookshop located on campus right next to the Baillieu Library – but only after you’re sure that you’re not going to change your subjects. Textbooks are expensive and you should never buy them before attending the first class of the semester, to see how you like the subject. Prescribed and recommended texts are listed in the handbook entry for each subject and in the LMS.
Diagnostic English Language Assessment (DELA) If English is not your first language (or even if it is) we strongly encourage you to sit the DELA. The DELA will help identify any areas you may need assistance with and will assist us in the ASC to refer you to an appropriate service. Sitting the DELA may help to ensure your success in the Bachelor of Arts. Register here for the DELA and to find more information. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/academicskills/ english_language_development/DELA
Library and Student IT Services The Library runs tours and research skills courses in the first few weeks of semester so that new students can familiarise themselves with the University’s library system. See information at the Baillieu Library website (www.studentit.unimelb.edu.au/findandconnect/ baillieu.html) about the wide range of classes available to students. Pick IT Up Online (www.studentit.unimelb.edu.au/ goodtoknow/pickituponline.html) is a training resource for learning new IT skills online and there is an IT student help desk in the Baillieu Library (ground floor) which you can visit if you are having any difficulties with logins or if you have any questions. The IT help desk is open 7 days a week.
Hints for studying at University University study is different from school study. At University you need to take in and understand more information in a shorter time. It may take you a while to come to grips with the volume of information you receive in classes. A key to being successful at University is to make sure you study regularly throughout semester. Get in the habit of studying every day, making sure you have read and understood the readings and papers for your classes. Reviewing what was discussed in each class with 24 hours works well as a memory aid.
Create a weekly study timetable. First fill in your ‘solid’ commitments like lectures, tutorials, practical classes and work commitments and then fill in dedicated time for study. Don’t forget to leave time for breaks, social activities and exercise. Plan your assessment tasks for the semester. In the first week of semester you will be given an assessment outline for each of your subjects, with due dates for each task. It’s a good idea to plot these due dates out on a large calendar or year planner and stick it up where you study. You’ll always know just how long you have to prepare for each assessment task and you won’t be caught out trying to research and write a paper the week it’s due. Think about the way you study. Make your study interesting and varied – don’t bore yourself with endless reading and re-reading. It’s a good idea to have a specific task in mind whenever you sit down to study – for example ‘review lecture notes’ or ‘begin researching warrior monks’, not just ‘study history’. Think about the purpose of each piece of assessment. Knowing what is being asked for in each assignment, and what you must do to deliver it will help you succeed academically.
Attending Class Attending class is an essential part of being successful at University. Academic staff will not chase you down if you fail to attend class; however, Arts subjects generally have a 75% (or higher) attendance hurdle requirement. This means you can fail a subject for skipping too many classes.
Planning your course What you study in your first year impacts upon where your degree will head. It’s a good idea to consider and plan for the general direction of your degree now.
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Majors in the BA Study areas The BA offers over 30 areas of study in the humanities, social sciences and languages. Most areas of study are available as both major and minor sequences. Areas of study only available as minors are marked in the list below. View example course plan structures (http://ba.unimelb.edu.au/about/course-structure) to see how these areas of study can fit into you degree. See the handbook for detailed information on study areas and search the list to find the study areas that are right for you. The Bachelor of Arts gives you the option to tailor your course according to your interests and career plans. Ideally you should aim to have a good understanding of your course structure so that you can plan ahead when choosing subjects. This is especially helpful when it is time to pick your major(s) at the end if first year!
What can I major/ minor in? Areas of study listed in bold are only available as 75-point minor sequences. All other areas listed are available as both major and minor sequences in the Bachelor of Arts. Students must not take more than 125pts (10 subjects) in any one discipline area. Ancient World Studies
English Language Studies
Knowledge and Learning
Anthropology
Environmental Studies
Law and Justice
Arabic
European Studies
Art History
French
Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
Asian Studies
Gender Studies
Media and Communications
Australian Indigenous Studies
Geography
Philosophy
Chinese Language*
German
Politics and International Studies
Chinese Studies
Hebrew and Jewish Studies
Psychology***
Classics
History
Russian
Creative Writing
History and Philosophy of Science
Screen and Cultural Studies
Criminology
Indonesian
Social Theory
Development Studies
Islamic Studies
Sociology
Economics**
Italian
English and Theatre Studies
Japanese
Spanish and Latin American Studies
*A major in beginners level Chinese requires completion of 125 points. **A major in Economics requires completion of 112.5 points. 75 points of an Economics major, and all 75 points in an economics minor will count toward Breadth. Enrolment in Economics is dependent on meeting the mathematics prerequisite. ***A major in Psychology requires completion of 125 points. 25 points of psychology subjects at level two will count toward Breadth.
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Arts Foundation Subjects Students must take a minimum of one and a maximum of two Arts Foundation (AF) subjects in either semester one or two. These subjects count towards individual non-language major/minor sequences at level. Students who elect to undertake two majors can choose either, an additional Arts Foundation subject, or another first year Arts subject within the same discipline area.
There are six AF subjects to choose from; four offered in semester 1 and two in semester 2. See the following list of Arts Foundation subjects, linked to the Handbook, where you can read a full description of each subject.
The Arts Foundation subjects are designed to:
Language MULT10015
> Introduce students to core ideas across a wide range of study areas;
Power MULT10018
> Assist students to make an informed decision about their specialisation or study major;
Semester one: Identity MULT10014
Reason MULT10016
Semester Two:
> Provide students with the essential skills and resources for further study in Arts;
Aboriginalities MULT10001 Note: Aboriginalities can be taken as a breadth subject.
> Help students develop vital skills in research, planning and communication, which are required for high achievement in a tertiary environment.
Representation MULT10017
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Breadth in the BA Why is it important? Breadth studies are a feature of Melbourne’s undergraduate degrees and make up to one quarter of your study program. Students take between 50 and 75 points of breadth (four - six subjects). Breadth provides students with the opportunity to develop an understanding and appreciation of fields of study and disciplines that contrast with, yet complement, their core disciplinary studies and majors. The Breadth component enables students to learn about different methods of enquiry and different ways of learning and ‘knowing’. Your breadth studies may consist of: > Subjects taken from other undergraduate degrees (Music, Science, Environments and Commerce) in disciplines different to your major area of focus; > Specially designed University Breadth Subjects which explore broad topics and draw together expertise from several faculties. These subjects have the code UNIBxxxx; > A selection of undergraduate subjects offered by graduate schools including Education, Law and The Victorian College of the Arts; > English as a second language (ESL) subjects; > The Arts Foundation subject, Aboriginalities; And, some Japanese, Indonesian or Chinese language subjects. http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/arts-student-centre/ options/asian-language-subjects-breadth-ba
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You may also take a sequence of Breadth study that will give you detailed knowledge in another area of study. Other practicalities to consider when choosing breadth subjects include: > Do you meet any subject prerequisites (some first year subjects, particularly in economics and science, may require completion of a specific year 12 subject); > Do your first year choices cover any prerequisites required for interesting second year subjects you may wish to study; > Are there any special application processes or permissions required such as auditions in music? See the Breadth database in the Handbook to get in-depth information about breadth subjects available at all year levels.
diplomas Diploma in Languages The Diploma in Languages (Dip Lang) provides students with the opportunity to complete a diploma in a language while completing a the Bachelor of Arts degree. The Diploma consists of a three-year sequence of first, second and third-year language study and will usually add one or two semesters to the length of your degree. The final 50 points of the Diploma in Languages is HECS free. Students entering the Diploma in Languages at the start of their degree will complete 100 points of language in the Diploma, and won’t cross-credit any subjects with their degree. Students commencing the Dip Lang in the second year of their degree generally must have already completed 25 or 50 points of study in the language as part of their degree. Up to 50 points of completed language subjects may be cross credited to the Diploma. Click here for examples of Diploma in Languages, course structure plans. http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/arts-student-centre/ options/diploma-languages
U21 Certificate and Diploma in Global Issues The Global Issues Program (GIP) is a multi-disciplinary program offered by the Universitas21 network which includes the Universities of British Columbia (Canada), Hong Kong (China), Nottingham (United Kingdom), Queensland (Australia), Lund (Sweden), and Tecnologico de Monterrey (Mexico). The Certificate requires you to complete 50 points of study; the Diploma requires 100 points of study concurrent to your degree. With seven universities to choose from, you can learn about global issues in a truly global context. The GIP explores topics of critical importance in our globally connected world and allows you to develop your understanding of these issues alongside students from other countries, cultures, religions, and ethnicity. It will give you an added advantage in seeking jobs after graduation, particularly in work areas that have an international focus. http://mobility.unimelb.edu.au/outbound/u21/
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Student Experience Getting the most out of your time at University is not only about attending class or admiring the architecture of the Old Quad (although it is lovely). There are many ways to enhance your student experience. Programs we highly recommend include:
Exchange and Study Abroad
Arts Internship
Arts students love overseas experiences, we’re very proud that the majority of students that study overseas are from our very own Faculty. Studying overseas for a semester is a unique way to broaden your horizons. Not only will you get the opportunity to immerse yourself in a different culture and meet new and interesting people, study abroad and exchange can strengthen your academic skills and help you develop greater self-reliance. It is great for your future career prospects. Better than any of this is the opportunity for real adventure. The University of Melbourne has exchange agreements with 171 universities in 39 countries, so there are many to choose from. If we don’t have an agreement with a university you’d like to attend, we offer study abroad opportunities too, including single subject study abroad experiences. For information about destinations and planning an exchange or study abroad semester in your degree, check out the Global Mobility website.
This subject is for Bachelor of Arts students as an ‘elective’ at either levels two or three and involves completion of an 80-100 hour work placement integrating academic learning, employability skills and attributes and an improved knowledge of organisations, workplace culture and career pathways. The placement should draw on specific skills associated with the course of enrolment. Pre-placement seminars will also include career development and planning, self-assessment, reflexivity and professional skills.
http://www.mobility.unimelb.edu.au/
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On completion of the subject, students will have completed and reported on a course-related project in a workplace. As well as developing a number of employable skills the Arts Internship also provides an excellent opportunity to start thinking about life beyond the BA. http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/arts-student-centre/ options/internships
Community Volunteering for Change
Clubs and Societies
This subject also offered at level two or three will provide an understanding of the community sector and community development through a substantial volunteer experience. The aims of this subject are to enable you to undertake and report on a community-based project, gain significant insight into workplace issues, and further develop your employability skills in communication, planning and organisation, self-management and problem solving.
Getting involved in clubs and societies is a great way to meet people and make friends. Whether it’s scuba diving, photography, chocolate, playing cards, yoga, circus arts, politics, pool, debating, theatre, sports, religion, drumming or even unnatural llamas, taking on a leadership role in a club is also a great way to improve your organisation, communication and management skills and to have a whole lot of fun. Join a club or two, meet other students and have fun doing the things you enjoy.
This subject will nurture your community mind while allowing you to receive credit towards your degree. You will develop critical understanding of the nature of citizenship and volunteering and the role of not-forprofit organisations in contemporary society. Through enrolment in this subject, students will develop skills as global citizens and leaders in communities and will contribute significantly to the community.
http://union.unimelb.edu.au/clubs
http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/arts-student-centre/ options/community-volunteering Community Volunteering for Change (Global) will give you the opportunity to have a volunteering experience overseas with respected partner Australian Volunteers International (AVI), look out for this subject in the handbook. http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/arts-student-centre/ options/internships/global
Arts Careers Involvement in careers events and services on campus will help you to develop your own career plans and connect with employers. In March each year, Careers & Employment coordinate a Careers Fair attended by employers offering Graduate Employment Programs. Throughout the year, Career Forums are offered specifically for Arts students to showcase key career fields such as Public Policy, Publishing, Law, International Relations and Communications. Career skills training is available to develop skills in career planning, job seeking and resume preparation. To enhance career prospects, it is worth considering opportunities to gain relevant work experience while studying. There are many ways to do this, including internship subjects, and on-campus activities – for instance taking on a role within a club, or the Student Union which has some connection to your career interest.
Melbourne Arts Student Society (M-ASS) The Melbourne Arts Students Society (M-ASS) is officially yours for the taking. Membership will set you back $2 and will score you an awesome keyring of the trademark M-ASS donkey variety, free BBQs on South Lawn, great deals from M-ASS sponsors and discounted tickets to smashing events! Don’t be fooled, M-ASS isn’t all hard work. M-ASS breaks loose at least once a year with our Annual Essay Competition! Reap tangible rewards for all your study-tastic efforts at the end of June when we select a winner for publication in the Union magazine ‘Farrago’ and a cash prize! So if you want help with any Arts-related query, want to find out more about events or join in our noble quest to create social-awesomeness for fellow students, come visit the M-ASS office in the Arts Student Centre. Look out for the M-ASScot, the yellow and black ASS. http://union.unimelb.edu.au/clubs/arts-studentssociety
Honours The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is a specialised year of study for students who have achieved academic excellence in their undergraduate degree. An Honours year enables you to extend your knowledge of your area of specialisation through higher level coursework subjects and an independent research thesis under the guidance of an academic supervisor. Students interested in undertaking an additional year of study in the form of an honours year should start to investigate the possibilities in their second year of study.
http://careers.unimelb.edu.au/
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Student Support and Wellbeing Services Studying at University can be enjoyable, challenging, exciting and rewarding but it can also be daunting. While you need to assume responsibility for your own learning and welfare, the University offers a range of services for students that can be of assistance. We encourage you to explore the Student Services web page or to ask at the Arts Student Centre for more information. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/
Expect to Connect At Melbourne, we want to know who our students are. So as part of your transition to University, we’re excited to have the Student Connect Program where you will meet with a Student Development Adviser to talk about what you think uni’s all about, why you’re here, and where you want to go. A Student Peer Adviser will contact you to set up your appointment for a time before or during first semester or you can book yourself in after Academic Advice Day. We look forward to meeting you! Student Connect. Connection. Direction. Reflection. Action. http://studentconnect.unimelb.edu.au
Housing/Accommodation The Student Housing service can provide you with helpful information about accommodation options and provide sound tenancy advice. Student Housing can also help with short-term emergency accommodation. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/housing
Financial Support Managing your finances can be tricky when you are a student. If you run into financial difficulties while studying, or need financial advice, you should get in contact with Financial Aid. They are fantastic at helping you out of a tight jam with information and assistance in applying for short term and long term student loans and bursaries. Financial Aid provides advice and information on the cost of living in Melbourne, student loans and grants, government student assistance, budgeting, tax, and on a range of other matters related to student finances. They give great advice and assistance in dealing with all things related to Centrelink including Youth Allowance. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/finaid
Careers and Employment The Careers and Employment team offer specialised careers support and guidance for University of Melbourne students and graduates. Services include Careers Online where students can search for employment opportunities, upcoming careers events, and online career development tools and resources. A dedicated Arts careers specialist works with students in the Arts Student Centre delivering career skills sessions and providing individual appointments. https://careersonline.unimelb.edu.au/
Academic Skills Unit The Academic Skills (AS) service support a broad range of skills, including researching and essay writing, exam preparation, oral presentations and time management. The AS assists all students to maximize their independent learning potential. Services provided include a 15 minute ‘drop-in’ service at the Arts Student Centre (no prior booking required), and individual tutorials or i-tutes. 18 Welcome to Arts
Book an AS i-tute online through the Student Advising System. The AS also offers various workshops, short courses and online programs as well as a range of print and electronic resources. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/academicskills
Health Service The University Health Service is a general practitioner service, and Medicare rates apply. They provide sound medical advice and have particular skills in many health issues that tend to affect students including contraception, sexual health, sporting or study injuries, allergies and skin disorders, travel health, and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and eating disorders. Male and female doctors are available. The University health service also acts as a referral service to outside specialists when necessary. The service is discreetly located off campus at 138-146 Cardigan Street, Carlton. See the University Health Service website or make an appointment by telephoning 8344 6904. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/health
Counselling Service Life as a student can sometimes be difficult. This is why the University of Melbourne provides a free counselling service to all students at the University of Melbourne. As well as a range of health promotion workshops running throughout semester and a host of online resources available at their website, Counselling and Psychological Services provide one-on-one or group counselling on issues that are concerning you. If you feel you need to talk through a problem, make an appointment by telephoning 8344 6927. The Counselling Service is located with the University Health Service at 138-146 Cardigan Street Carlton. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/counsel
Disability Liaison Disability Liason (DL) provides a range of support to assist students in their academic objectives. The support that is available depends on specific student needs and academic context. The Disability Liaison service provides a free and confidential service to students experiencing disability or chronic illness. Working in conjunction with the Arts Student Centre, Disability Liaison may be able to better facilitate your participation at Melbourne, primarily by working with you to identify reasonable adjustments that promote opportunities and independence in the pursuit of academic success. All appointments are confidential and bound by the Disability Liaison’s privacy statement. If you would like more information, or, to make an appointment with the Disability Liaison service please call 8344 0100 or SMS Service: 0408 556 897. The DL is located in the Baldwin Spencer Building. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability
Melbourne University Sport There is no better way to clear your head after a hard day of study than by getting a little exercise. University Sport offers a range of sporting clubs, programs and facilities for students including a gym, swimming pool and fitness classes. Telephone 8344 5405, or call in to University Sport to check out their facilities on Tin Alley. http://www.sport.unimelb.edu.au/
Campus map CRICKET NETS
SPORTS OVAL
NEWMAN COLLEGE
OPTOMETRY & VISION SCIENCES
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UNIVERSITY WHITLEY COLLEGE ORMOND ST HILDA’S QUEEN’S JANET TENNIS http://www.pcs.unimelb.edu.au/maps_and_locations/campus_maps.html COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HOUSE COLLEGE COLLEGE COLLEGE CLARKE COURTS
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ATHLETICS TRACK & HOCKEY PITCH
TRINITY COLLEGE
ST MARY’S COLLEGE
MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY SPORT BEAUREPAIRE CENTRE
CHILDCARE
SPORTS CENTRE
UNION ROAD
TIN ALLEY TIN ALLEY
EXIT ONLY
UNIVERSITY HOUSE
ELGIN STREET
DAVID CARO
BOTANY
WILSON HALL
MDU PHL
SOUTH LAWN
PEDESTRIAN ENTRY ONLY
CHEMISTRY EAST WING
RICHARD BERRY OLD GEOLOGY SOUTH MONASH ROAD
C.S.H.E WALTER BOAS
ALICE HOY
CHEM. ENG 1 BLOCK J
BLOCK H
OLD METALLURGY
Melbourne Graduate School of Education
SIDNEY MYER ASIA CENTRE
DOUG McDONELL
Engineering Student Centre OLD ENGINEERING SCHOOL
KERNOT ROAD
MEDICAL BUILDING
BLOCK A
BLOCK B
BLOCK C
GEOMATICS
BLOCK D
CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
FRANK TATE
JOHN SMYTH
ROSS McKAY COURTYARD
1888 BUILDING Melbourne School of Graduate Research
ARTS CENTRE
HOWARD FLOREY
EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTRE LIBRARY
MECHANICAL & MANUFACTURED ENGINEERING BLOCK E
JOHN MEDLEY
BLOCK F
PLAZA
BROWNLESS BIOMEDICAL LIBRARY
WILSON AVENUE
MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY
Science Student Centre
BLOCK G
SOUTH LAWN UNDERGROUND CAR PARK
THE IAN POTTER MUSEUM OF ART
OLD GEOLOGY
CHEMISTRY
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING BLOCK K
PROFESSOR’S WALK
MEDICAL ROAD
BAILLIEU LIBRARY
OLD QUAD
BOOKSHOP
CONSERVATORIUM OF MUSIC
MASSON ROAD MACFARLAND COURT
OLD ARTS
ARTS WEST
GENETICS
RAYMOND PRIESTLEY
HEARN COURT
ELISABETH MURDOCH
SWANSTON STREET – TRAM No’s 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67, 72
OLD PHYSICS
CHEM. ENG 2
DEAKIN COURT
NATURAL PHILOSOPHY
ARCHITECTURE
SOUTH COURT
PHYSICS
SPENCER ROAD
UNION LAWN
CUSSONIA COURT
ZOOLOGY
GRAINGER MUSEUM
BABEL BUILDING
GENETICS LANE
McCOY BUILDING EARTH SCIENCES
NORTH COURT
UNION HOUSE
THOMAS CHERRY
FOO T BR
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EASTERN PRECINCT UNDERGROUND CAR PARK
CARDIGAN STREET
FOOT BRIDGE
SYSTEM GARDEN
Ground Floor Arts West Building Tel: 13MELB Web: arts.unimelb. STORY STREET edu.au
ROYAL PARADE – TRAM No 19
TIN ALLEY
BALDWIN SPENCER REDMOND BARRY
PROFESSOR’S WALK
Arts Student Centre
LAND & FOOD RESOURCES
BOTANY NORTH EXTENSION
FARADAY STREET
ROYAL DENTAL HOSPITAL OF MELBOURNE
GRATTAN STREET ALAN GILBERT BUILDING
CHURCH STREET
GRATTAN PLACE
GRADUATE HOUSE
LITTLE PELHAM STREET
LINCOLN SQUARE NORTH
LINCOLN SQUARE
PELHAM STREET
LAW BUILDING
LEICESTER PLACE
CARDIGAN STREET
NEW ECONOMICS AND COMMERCE BUILDING
MELBOURNE BUSINESS SCHOOL
BOUVERIE STREET
BARRY STREET
UNIVERSITY SQUARE
LEICESTER STREET
SCHOOL OF POPULATION HEALTH
INFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY BUILDING
GENERAL PRACTICE & PHYSIOTHERAPY
BERKELEY STREET
UNIVERSITY SQUARE UNDERGROUND CAR PARK
MALVINA PLACE
LITTLE GRATTAN STREET
Melbourne Graduate School of Management
PELHAM STREET
CANADA STREET
Melbourne Law School Student Centre
LINCOLN SQUARE SOUTH
ARGYLE PLACE SOUTH
BARKLY PLACE
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MELBOURNE CENTRAL TRAIN STATION AND INNER CITY 1.5km
SCHOOL OF NURSING & SOCIAL WORK CHILDCARE
QUEENSBERRY STREET
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