2016 Int UG Guide

2 0 1 6 I N T E R N AT I O N A L
U N D E R G R A D U AT E S T U D E N T G U I D E
WELCOME TO ANU
The Australian National University (ANU), is one

of the worlds leading institutions for research
and education. Founded by the Australian
Government in 1946 to apply the best minds to
the biggest questions and advance Australias
international standing, ANU has grown to
become one of the worlds most respected
centres of higher learning.
ANU is consistently ranked as one of the worlds top universities by the QS World Univeristy
Rankings, the Times Higher Education Supplement, the Shanghai Jiao Tong Universitys Institute
of Higher Education, and Newsweek International. More than 94 per cent of research from ANU
is rated above world standard and the University has an enviable reputation for excellence in
academic teaching, graduate outcomes, student experience, and access to some of the best
resources in the nation.
As a small university, ANU has a higher than average number of staff per student, ensuring that
our students enjoy small class sizes with unrivalled access to some of the worlds finest thinkers
and scholars. In 2014, the Global Employability University Survey ranked ANU graduates as
Australias most employable.
The University is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, modern lecture theatres, computing
and laboratory facilities and five main libraries. The ANU campus sits on 145 hectares of
beautifully maintained bushland in the heart of Canberra, Australias national capital. In 2014,
Canberra was ranked by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
as the best place to live in the world. The ANU campus is an easy walk to city shops, cafes and
restaurants, and close to many of Australias best sporting, recreational and cultural facilities.
The University has an extensive range of accommodation options available both on and off
the campus.
I invite you to explore the 2016 international student guide to find out more about what ANU has
to offer you and why it is Australias highest ranked university.
I look forward to welcoming you to campus in 2016.
Professor Ian Young AO

Vice-Chancellor and President
CONTENTS
Immerse yourself in excellence
Student life
106
Notable statistics & accolades
Experience campus life
108
See your future
Join in the fun
110
Explore your world
Be part of a team
112
International opportunities
Welcome home
114
Live in the wellbeing capital
10
Accommodation guarantee for new

international undergraduate students
116
Study options
18
On-campus accommodation
117
Design the degree that suits you
20
Cost of living
118
Single programs & fees
22
2016 academic entry requirements
24
How to apply
120
Flexible Double Degrees & fees
28
How do I apply?
122
Vertical Double Degrees & fees
30
Pathways to ANU
125
Undergraduate Research Degrees
32
Student support
126
Program structure
34
We help you to succeed
128
Arts and Social Sciences
36
Student services
130
Asia and the Pacific
46
Busines and Economics
52
Engineering and Computer Science
58
Scholarships 131
Campus map
132
Law 66
Science 70
Majors & minors
78
Published May 2015 by the Division of Student Recruitment and Admissions, The Australian National University. CRICOS Provider Number: 00120C
No undertakings are binding on the University unless they are obtained in an official letter from the Pro Vice-Chancellor (International and Outreach). The University may vary the entrance
scores and requirements, content and availability of programs and courses, and costs and charges applied to the courses outlined in this studentguide. The University reserves the right
to change the contents of courses and not to offer all courses listed in the studentguide.
2016 International Undergraduate Student Guide
At ANU youll become part of a global network of thought leaders

and innovators. Consistently ranked among the top universities in the
world, here you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, the best
resources in the nation and some of the worlds leading academics.
Immerse
yourself in
excellence
INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE OF
RESEARCH UNIVERSITIES
ANU is the only Australian member of the

International Alliance of Research Universities.
Through APRU, ANU works with partners

from government and business, on solutions
to global challenges.
ANU is part of the Group of Eight.
In 2015 ANU received the highest ranking of 5+ stars

overall, one of only six in the country
The Australian National University
N O TA B L E S TAT I S T I C S & A C C O L A D E S
1#25
st in
Australia
in the
world
Ranked top in Australia and 25th in the World.
Canberra is Australias safest city.
(2014 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings)
(oecdregionalwellbeing.org)
Ranked first in Australia for producing the most

employable graduates.
Canberra is rated the best city in the world for

well-being in 2014.
(2014 Emerging Global Employability University Survey, published

in the New York Times)
(Organisation for Economic Cooperative and

Development, 2014)
Ranked first in Australia and ninth in the world

for International Outlook.
Accommodation guaranteed for 1st year

Undergraduates 20% of the student population
live on campus.
(2014-15 Times Higher Education International Outlook indicator)
78.3% of ANU academic staff hold a PhD.
ANU has produced two Australian Prime Ministers.
94% of ANU research is rated above world standard.
ANU is ranked as the most international university in

Australia and 10th most International University
in the world.
(2012 Australian Governments Excellence in Research for

Australia Report)
(Times Higher Education Most International Universities in the

world, 2015)
ANU has been awarded 5+ star rating (maximum)

across eight categories:
ANU has produced Five Nobel Laureate

Alumni, the highest of any Australian University.
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Specialist Criteria
Inclusiveness.
(QS Stars rated for Excellence, 2015)
ANU alumni have global impact in their fields. Our graduates

are diplomats, politicians, policy makers, chief executive
officers, entrepreneurs, philanthropists and innovators.
See your
future
92,000+
18,899
7,585
ANU has over 92,000 alumni

from all over the world.
18,899 of our alumni live in

international locations.
ANU alumni are leaders7,585

ANU alumni are currently working
in executive level positions, all
over the world!
244
500+
244 ANU alumni and community

leaders mentored ANU students in
2014, passing on their knowledge
to the next generation.
ANU currently has over 500 active

alumni volunteers who take part in
a variety of activities in Australia
and internationally.
ANU has produced two

Prime Ministers as part
of its Alumni community.
Prime Minister
The Honourable Kevin Rudd
Former Australian Prime Minister
Chairman
Theresa Foo-Yo Mie Yoen
Formally on the board of The Esplanade Co Ltd for 17 years and
its immediate past Chair.
Executive Director
Rob Wiblin
Executive Director, Centre for Effective Altruism in Oxford
C.E.O.
JuE Wong
C.E.O. of StriVectin, located in New York, the largest independent prestige
skin care company globally
Vice-Chancellor
& Founder
Dr Paul Chan
Founder, Vice-Chancellor and President of HELP (Higher Education Learning
Philosophy), University in Malaysia
Chief Economist
Jennifer Robinson
Director of Legal Advocacy for the Bertha Foundation
Studying at ANU can take you places. Go overseas while you

study and earn credit towards your degree back home.
Explore
your world
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ANU has exchange

partnerships with
159 universities around
the world.
ANU offers a range of languages

for study, with 17 language majors
available in the Bachelor of
Language degree.
ANU students can choose

from 33 countries to travel
to for their studies.
1 year
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You can count 6-12 months

of overseas study towards
your degree.
ANU sponsors 20
overseas internships.
I N T E R N AT I O N A L O P P O R T U N I T I E S
Student exchange
government peak and community organisations and

professional associations.
ANU Global Programs (the official name for our

student exchange program) offer academically and
personally rewarding international opportunities to highachieving students.
As an intern, you might be placed with a Senator, Member

of Parliament or in parliamentary committees where you
can conduct research into many aspects of public policy
including global politics and development issues, social
and environmental policy, economics, law, and issues of
governance. Departments and other agencies commission
research on topics that cover the fields of human rights,
public sector management, public policy, environmental
management, sports policy and administration. Industry
and community organisations focus on environmental,
law, trade, economic, social and industry policy. ANIP
interns must complete a significant research project on a
topic agreed between the placement and the student. The
research project is assessed by ANU academics and interns
must give an assessable oral presentation on their research
at the completion of the program.
Participating in an exchange provides you with a chance to

engage with the culture and language of another country
while building personal and academic skills and opening
new possibilities in your chosen careers.
With a global network of over 159 exchange partners in 33
countries, successful candidates will complete studies at
top institutions across Europe, the Americas and the Asia
Pacific region.
Applications will usually open one year before the intended
exchange and students are now allowed to apply in their
very first semester. Prior to leaving on exchange, students
must have completed the equivalent of at least one full-time
academic year at ANU (48 units) and achieved the required
Grade Point Average (GPA) as outlined on the programs
website at the time of application.
The application process is competitive and will be based on
a students academic performance, community involvement
and demonstrated ability to serve as a good representative
of ANU. Students can now apply in their very first semester
to go on exchange during their second year. Study
completed during an approved exchange will be counted
towards a students ANU degree, enabling you to complete
in the standard length of time. While students will not pay
tuition fees at the host institution, they will incur the normal
ANU student contribution or fee liabilities as you will remain
enrolled at ANU while on exchange.
Participants are also responsible for all travel and living
expenses. Interested students should attend the information
sessions held twice yearly at the beginning of each
semester for more information.
For further information

W students.anu.edu.au/think/global.php
E exchange.info@anu.edu.au
The Australian National

Internships Program (ANIP)
The Australian National Internships Program (ANIP)
offers students from any discipline the opportunity to
earn credit towards their degree by completing a major
research project while placed with a national institution in
Canberra. The subject is only available to students who
have successfully completed at least two academic years
(96 units) of study and entry is competitive. Placements
can be with the Australian (Federal) parliament, the ACT
Legislative Assembly, the Australian Public Service, the
Australian Capital Territorys Public Service or with non-

W anip.anu.edu.au
E internships@anu.edu.au
T +61 2 6125 8540
IARU Global Summer Program

ANU is the only Australian member of the International
Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), an exclusive
partnership with the following research universities:
>> University of Cambridge
>> University of Oxford
>> UC Berkeley
>> Peking University
>> Yale University
>> ETH Zurich
>> National University of Singapore
>> University of Copenhagen
>> the University of Tokyo.
The IARU Global Summer Program (GSP) offers students
from IARU institutions the opportunity to study together
during the (northern hemisphere) summer in specially
designed intensive short subjects. IARU GSP subjects
will allow students to benefit from a powerful intercultural
dynamic and to enhance their educational experience, with
subjects drawing on the strengths of member institutions
and their environments.

W anu.edu.au/study/student experience/iaru-global internship-program
INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE OF
RESEARCH UNIVERSITIES
ANU resides in the heart of Canberra, Australias capital city. Ranked

the best city in the world to live in by the Organisation for Economic
Cooperation and Development,1 Canberra is a city that celebrates
culture, with annual festivals, great food, and a diverse population.
Live in the
wellbeing
capital
#1
#1
#1
Canberra has been voted the

most liveable city in the world1.
Canberra is Australias
safest city1.
Canberra is home to the most

educated population in Australia.
#1
A$1,645
Canberra boasts the lowest

unemployment rate in Australia.
Canberra is shown to have the

highest average income in Australia,
at A$1,645 per week gross.2
Canberra is rated Australias

most family-friendly city1.
Mil
Canberra has 12 key national
institutions, including
Parliament House.
Canberra is a green city, with

over 2 million trees and shrubs
lining the streets.
380,000
Canberra has a population
of over 380,000 people.
1. oecdregionalwellbeing.org 2. Australian Bureau of Statistics - Average Weekly Earnings, Australia, Nov. 2014
Image: The National Museum of Australia on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. Photo by Martin Ollman
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CANBERRA
Canberra, the capital of Australia is home to Parliament
House, offering a vibrant, cosmopolitan lifestyle, Canberra
has a high concentration of national museums and galleries,
as well as cafes and restaurants, and the region is home
to many boutique wineries producing award-winning cold
climate wines.
Canberra was designed by Chicago architects Walter Burley
Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin, and 2013 celebrated
the centenary since construction began. The centre of the
design is the lake bearing Walter Burley Griffins name.
Possibly the best way to see the inspiring design of the city
is by air, in a hot air balloon an iconic aspect of Canberra.
Surrounded by nature reserves and parklands, the city
is also known as the bush capital and is designed to
encourage an outdoor active lifestyle with excellent scenic
walking and cycle tracks. With beautiful lakes, there is also
plenty to do for water enthusiasts such as kayaking, lake
cruises, paddle boating and canoeing.
Canberra
Nestled within leafy surroundings, you will find stylish
restaurants, bars, cafs, nightclubs, boutique shops,
markets, galleries, museums and open architecture that
complement and enhance the local environment.
ANU is not the only national institution in Canberra. As the
nations capital, Canberra is also home to most of Australias
major cultural institutions, including Parliament House, the
National Museum, the National Gallery, the National Portrait
Gallery, the National Library, the War Memorial and the
High Court.
The city is one of Australias best kept secrets, it is actionpacked with diverse events all year round. Canberra offers
everything from world-class travelling exhibitions and
sports events, to live music entertainment, gourmet cafes,
restaurants, bars and much more. There is no doubt that
this city has something for everyone.
The great outdoors

For those who enjoy the outdoors, there is no capital in the
world quite like it!
From biking to sailing to golfing, there is something for every
sport lover. If skiing is your thing, in winter you can head to
the Snowy Mountains for a day on the slopes.
Beyond Canberra
Beyond the city of Canberra, the Namadgi National Park
includes many tracks and lookouts and includes the
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve with a range of opportunities to
be amongst abundant Australian wildlife. South of Canberra
is the beautiful Kosciuszko National Park where the
spectacular high country scenery can be enjoyed through
bushwalking and camping in summer, and snow sports
in winter. The New South Wales south coast is only two
hours east of Canberra, and is famous for its white sandy
beaches, clear water and friendly kangaroos.
Canberra seasons
and temperatures
Canberras altitude of 570 metres means it has a cooler
climate than much of the country, marked by blue skies
and sunshine. It is one of the few locations in Australia
which enjoys four distinct seasons. Spring and autumn in
Canberra are glorious and the substantial street plantings
provide a colourful reflection of the different seasons.
The graphic indicates the average temperatures during
the year. While summer can be punctuated with very warm
days, temperatures drop considerably overnight meaning
it is cool enough to sleep comfortably even during
these times.
Similarly in winter the temperatures can drop well below
the average. Canberras location on the Great Dividing
Range means it is in close proximity to the only range of
mountains in the country high enough to receive sufficient
snowfall for skiing.
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More information
More information about Canberra is available
at the following websites:
Visit Canberra visitcanberra.com.au
Human Postcards humanbrochure.com.au
Canberra Create your future canberrayourfuture.com.au
The Canberra Times canberratimes.com.au
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NEWSOUTHWALES
Sydney
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Campus residences
City
Parliament House
National Library of Australia
Lake Burley Griffin
High Court of Australia
National Gallery of Australia
CANBERRA CITY
Campus residences
National Museum of Australia
TOP TEN REASONS TO STUDY

IN CANBERRA
#1
#5
A 2014 report found Canberra has the highest percentage

of its population studying full-time or part-time, compared to
any other city in Australia. Combined with the fact that one
in nine of our residents work or study at a university in the
ACT, we truly are Australias university town.
With so many students living on campus, most enjoy very

little commute time travelling to study or work. For those
who live off-campus, Canberra offers the smallest commute
times in Australia, extensive bike paths all over the city, and
international students are offered the same discounts as
local students on public transport.
Australias university town
#2
The best city in the world to live in

Weve thought so for a long time, but now its official;
meaning our residents have the highest quality of life across
income, jobs, health, access to services, environment,
education, safety, civic engagement and housing. For
students, we rank in the Top 21 university cities in the world
according to the QS student city rankings.
#3
We offer a world-class education

With numerous universities teaching hundreds of programs
and thousands of courses, as well as a technical institute,
weve got the educational options youre looking for.
Canberra is home to The Australian National University, the
University of Canberra, UNSW Canberra, the Australian
Catholic University and the Canberra Institute of Technology.
There is a program to suit all students in Canberra.
#4
More on-campus accommodation

than any other Australian city
With over 90 per cent of new undergraduate students
choosing Canberra as their study destination offered
guaranteed accommodation on campus, we are able to
take the stress out of moving to a new city or country.
This helps to ensure Canberra offers more on campus
accommodation than any other Australian city.
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Commute? What commute!
#6
Best of both worlds;

a well-designed city with immense
opportunities
As the capital city, Canberra is a custodian of Australias
national story and collective spirit. We show this through
regular events during the year: Enlighten, Skyfire, National
Multicultural festival, and Floriade, to name a few, along with
a regular schedule of gallery exhibitions, concerts and food
festivals. This is balanced against our wide, open spaces,
parks and nature reserves and our location as the gateway
to a region of mountains, snow and sand. Were a city of
four seasons and we invite you to come and explore.
#7
Canberra is Australias
meeting place
Its in our name and our actions; Canberra is the meeting
place for many different cultures, ideas and opportunities.
Canberra is a place where a culture of innovation and
creativity leads to extraordinary achievements in science,
research, education and business, with many career
opportunities awaiting our graduates.
The OECD rated Canberra

the best city in the world
for well-being in 2014.*
* Organisation for Economic Cooperative &
Development, 2014
#8
A strong sense of
community
A city of just over 380 000 people with
more than 25 per cent of our residents born
overseas, countless embassies and national
institutes, Canberra has a strong sense of
community; our global community.
#9
The most educated city

in Australia
Our economy is based on the service
industries, across public administration,
professional services and education and
training, meaning close to 50 per cent of
our residents have a Bachelor degree, well
above the national average, and many global
companies have offices in Canberra. And this
continues to grow.
#10
For a growing city, we

have big ideas and a
bright future ahead
Since our centenary, Canberra has come of
age and were looking to the future and all
we can achieve. Canberra is where people
come to collaborate on big ideas that can be
shared with the nation. Its time to re-imagine
what Canberra can be.
My Canberra to do list
Make some new friends and explore

the campus at Orientation Week
Get involved in a club or society
Attend the end of year Balls
Enjoy exotic cuisines at the
multicultural festival
Enjoy some beautiful music and meet
some friendly folk characters at the
National Folk Festival
Smell the flowers at Australias biggest
flower festival Floriade
Taste the best coffee by Canberras
world champion barister, Sasa Sestic
Experience light, colour and movement
after dark at Canberras night time
light festival
Visit the Canberra Balloon Spectacular,
one of the best hot air ballooning event
in the world
Pat baby koalas and baby kangaroos at
the Royal Canberra Show
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Study options
18
ANU offers you the choice and flexibility to follow your passions.
With a range of innovative and flexible degree offerings,
ANU students have more choice than ever before.
How would you like to learn?
Design
the degree
that suits you
Single Degree
Vertical Double Degree
ANU single degrees allow you to follow your personal

interests and career goals. Focus on a specific
subject, or let your imagination run free by selecting
a combination of study areas to explore. For more
information, see pages 22-23.
Complete an undergraduate and postgraduate

degree in reduced time, and graduate with two
degrees that will set you up for life. For more
information, see page 30.
Flexible Double Degree
ANU Flexible Double Degrees are as unique as you

are. Get more out of uni by combining two different
degree programs in a Flexible Double Degree. Youll
graduate with two qualifications in significantly less
time. For more information, see pages 28-29.
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Undergraduate
Research Degree
Ambitious? Try our PhB or R&D degrees. Our
Undergraduate Research Degrees are geared
towards high-achieving students with the desire
to delve more deeply. For more information, see
pages32-33.
I already knew what I wanted to do, and

was always keen on science, so I knew from
the beginning that the Bachelor of Science
(Advanced) (Honours) was the path I wanted
to take.
Tess Kelly Bachelor of Arts/Law,
2014 Recipient of the University Medal
Festivals are celebrated from all cultures ... This

broad focus on student involvement and cultural
festivities is one of the many quintessential aspects
of ANU, which make studying here a truly
wonderfulexperience!
Neil Bookseller Bachelor of Law (Honours)/
Bachelor of International Relations
The Vertical Double Degree gave me a chance to

focus on my Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and
Economics and not worry about Law just yet. I
got a chance to spend my undergraduate degree
looking at all three of my areas of interest, and get
a Juris Doctor in my postgraduate years as well.
Karan Dhamija Bachelor of Politics,
Philosophy and Economics/Juris Doctor
I have met so many different people with

diverse backgrounds and interesting stories to
share. ANU is a place for me to discover, gain
and grow.
Yinli Wang Bachelor of Philosophy (Science)
SINGLE PROGRAMS & FEES

At The Australian National University, we have over 50 single
degrees to choose from.
You can choose a structured single degree, which tailors your study pathways in a set direction, such as the Bachelor of
Engineering or the Bachelor of Medical Science or, you can choose a single degree that offers you flexibility and a wide
range of study options, such as the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science. Whatever you decide, we want you to
choose a degree that youre passionate about. Or, if youre excited by more than one area of study, you could do a Flexible
Double Degree (see pages 28-29 for details).
ANU
Code
Program
Name
Duration
(Full-time)
Second
Semester
Start
CRICOS
Code
2016 annual fee

A$
(indicative only)
Page
ANU College of Arts & Social Sciences

3112
B. Archaeological Practice
3 years
073983G
31,008
39
3113
B. Art History & Curatorship
3 years
073993E
31,008
39
3111
B. Arts
3 years
074016B
32,928
39
3114
B. Classical Studies
3 years
073984F
31,008
39
3127
B. Criminology
3 years
078937F
31,008
39
3115
B. Design Arts
3 years
073986D
31,008
40
3116
B. Development Studies
3 years
073987C
31,008
40
3126
B. Environmental Studies
3 years
074008B
34,944
40
3117
B. European Studies
3 years
073994D
31,008
40
3118
B. International Relations
3 years
073992F
34,944
40
073988B
31,008
40
074005E
34,944
40
074006D
34,944
41
073990G
31,008
41
3119
B. Languages
3 years
3120
B. Latin American Studies
3 years
4
4
3121
B. Middle Eastern & Central Asian Studies
3 years
3122
B. Music1
3 years
4140
B. Philosophy (Honours)
4 years
048427K
34,944
73
4141
B. Philosophy (Honours)/B. Arts (Honours) (NUS)1
4 years
058580G
37,104
73
3123
B. Policy Studies
3 years
3128
B. Political Science
3 years
3133
B. Politics, Philosophy and Economics
3125
B. Visual Arts
2102
Diploma of Liberal Studies
074004F
34,944
41
086219C
34,944
42
3 years
076183D
31,008*
42
3 years
073991G
31,008
42
1 year
085933G
34,944
ANU College of Asia & the Pacific

3550
B. Asian Studies
3 years
82710B
31.008
48
3503
B. International Security Studies
3 years
082704M
34,944
48
3119
B. Languages
3 years
073988B
31,008
40
3502
B. Pacific Studies
3 years
075274J
31,008
49
ANU College of Business & Economics

3406
B. Accounting
3 years
079653K
37,104
54
3401
B. Actuarial Studies
3 years
028147F
37,104
54
3410
B. Business Administration
3 years
062745A
37,104
55
3400
B. Commerce
3 years
002289F
37,104
55
3200
B. Economics
3 years
002290B
37,104
55
22
Duration
(Full-time)
Second
Semester
Start
B. Finance
3 years
B. Finance, Economics and Statistics (Honours)
4 years
3409
B. International Business
3 years
4444
ANU/NUS B. Social Sciences (Honours in Actuarial

Studies & Economics) 1
4 years
3407
B. Statistics
3 years
ANU
Code
Program
Name
3408
4405
CRICOS
Code
2016 annual fee

A$
(indicative only)
Page
039746C
37,104
55
086222G
37,104
55
047472B
37,104
55
050951E
37,104
56
061240A
34,944
56
ANU College of Engineering & Computer Science

3701
B. Information Technology
3 years
029996A
34,944
62
4708
B. Software Engineering (Honours)
4 years
029273C
34,944
62
4716
B. Advanced Computing (Honours)
4 years
071360K
34,944
61
4710
B. Advanced Computing (Research &

Development) (Honours)
4 years
074325M
34,944
61
4700
B. Engineering (Honours)
4 years
001691D
37,104
61
4714
B. Engineering (Research & Development)

(Honours)
4 years
001691D
37,104
61
2701
Diploma of Computing5
1 year
084573A
34,944
62
4 years
002292M
34,944
68
036660M
34,944
73
ANU College of Law

4300
B. Laws (Honours)
ANU Colleges of Science

3605
B. Biotechnology
3 years
3614
B. Genetics
3 years
064778J
34,944
73
3610
B. Interdisciplinary Studies (Sustainability)
3 years
055226E
34,944
73
4610
B. Interdisciplinary Studies (Sustainability)

(Honours)
4 years
035227D
34,944
73
3607
B. Medical Science
3 years
036662J
41,520
73
4660
B. Philosophy (Honours)
4 years
043746B
34,944
73
4661
B. Philosophy (Honours) (ANU)/B. Science

(Honours) (NUS) 1
4 years
054595K
37,104
73
4612
B. Psychology (Honours)
4 years
036680G
37,104
73
3600
B. Science
3 years
000335K
37,104
74
4600
B. Science (Advanced) (Honours)
4 years
055224G
37,104
74
3618
B. Science (Forest Sciences)
4 years
072681G
34,944
74
3609
B. Science (Psychology)
3 years
047423M
37,104
74
3603
B. Science (Resource and Environmental

Management)
3 years
012046J
34,944
74
1 year
079652M
15,216
ANU-wide
1003
ANU Express
Indicates that a program can be commenced in Second Semester (July). Some course restrictions may apply.
* May vary depending on the courses taken.

1
Joint degree offered with the National University of Singapore (NUS)
A Second Semester commencement is only possible when you have received status/advanced standing.
Bachelor of IT (Software Development major) is only available for commencement in Second Semester when you have received
status/advanced standing while Bachelor of IT (Information Systems major) is available for commencement in both Semesters.
A Second Semester commencement is possible but a modified start may be necessary depending on Asian/European/Middle Eastern
language skills (spoken and written). A Second Semester commencement in Language studies is normally not available to beginners.
This program is completed at ANU College. See www.anucollege.edu.au
NOTE: The admission requirements may vary from year to year.

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2016 ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

This table should be used by
students who are NOT an
Australian citizen, permanent
resident of Australia
or New Zealand citizen.
Malaysia
STPM 2
Duration
(years)
Undergraduate program1
International qualifications
Students with qualifications not listed are encouraged to apply as equivalent results
in other exams may be acceptable for admission
(best 3
subjects)
MICSS/
UEC 2
(best 5
subjects)
Sri Lankan UK GCE

GCE A
A Levels 3
Levels 2
(best 3
best 4
(best 3
subjects)
subjects) subjects)
Singapore
A-Level
Certificate 4
Ontario,
Canada
OSSD 5
Korea 6
(CSAT)
HKDSE 7 IB 8
India
ISC 9
(2007 onwards)
(best 4
subjects)
ANU College of Arts & Social Sciences

B. Arts
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Arts/M International Affairs
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Archaeological Practice
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Art History & Curatorship
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Classical Studies
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Criminology
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Development Studies
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Environmental Studies
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. European Studies
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
80%
B. International Relations
16
13
15
18
14.5
78%
331
17.5
33
91%
B. Languages (ANU College of Arts

& Social Sciences)
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Latin American Studies
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Middle Eastern & Central Asian

Studies
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Music
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Philosophy (Hons) Arts *
B. Philosophy (Hons) [ANU]/B. Arts

(Hons) [NUS] *
18
22
17.5 *
98% *
373
23
42 * 100% *
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
22 (best 4) *
15 *
B. Policy Studies
11
20
B. Political Science
16
12
10
15
18
15
80%
334
17.5
34
92%
B. Politics, Philosophy & Economics
19
14
16
20
16.5
92%
349
20
38
97%
B. Politics, Philosophy & Economics/

Juris Doctor
5.5
19
14
16
20
16.5
92%
349
20
38
97%
B. Design Arts
B. Visual Arts
Selection based on completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent and submission of

portfolio with your application. May be slides, photos, web-link or on disc.
ANU College of Asia & the Pacific

B. Asian Studies
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. Asian Studies/Master of
Globalisation
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B. International Security Studies
16
12
10
15
18
15
80%
334
17.5
34
92%
B. Pacific Studies
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
16
14
16
13.5
74%
325
16.5
32
88%
16
20
16
89%
347
19.5
38
96%
ANU College of Business & Economics

B. Accounting
15
B. Actuarial Studies
19
B. Business Administration
12
19
13
15
11.5
68%
318
15.5
30
85%
14
B. Commerce
12
19
13
15
11.5
68%
318
15.5
30
85%
B. Economics
15
16
14
16
13.5
74%
325
16.5
32
88%
B. Finance
15
16
14
16
13.5
74%
325
16.5
32
88%
B. Finance, Economics and Statistics

(Honours)
22 (best 4)
18
22
17.5
98%
373
23
42
100%
14
16
13.5
74%
325
16.5
32
88%
16
20
16
89%
347
19.5
37
96%
14
16
13.5
74%
325
16.5
32
88%
B. International Business
15
B. Social Science (Honours in

Actuarial Studies & Economics)
19
B. Statistics
15
24
5
16
8
16
15
9
13
9
India
AISSC 2
USA 10
(SAT score)
(best 4
subjects)
USA 10
(ACT
score)
Gao Kao
(Subject to review)
Other
provinces Jiangsu
750
480
Shanghai
600
Zhejiang Hainan
810
900
Australian Year 12
Australian Tertiary Admission
Rank (ATAR) (requirements
for 2014)
Foundation
Prerequisites
studies programs
##
ACT, NT, QLD 12

NSW, SA,
TAS, WA,
VIC 11
ANU College 13,14

Trinity College
(U Melb), UNSW,
USyd FSC
(compulsory subjects
for admission - guide only)
overall grade average
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
16
1740
26
563
360
450
608
675
89
75%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
20 *
2130 *
32 *
690 442 552
745 828 99 *
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
16.5
1770
26
570
365
456
616
684
90
75%
19
1960
29
645 413 516
697 774 96
85%
19
1960
29
645 413 516
697 774 96
85%
1 *
Prerequisite
Subjects
International applicants taking Year 12 in Australia, if possible, should attend an interview,

take part in drawing classes and submit a portfolio.
(same as previous page)
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
16.5
1770
26
570
365
456
616
684
90
75%
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
15
1680
25
548
350
438
591
657
86
73%
Assumed knowledge Maths
18.5
1920
28
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
95
Advanced Maths. HKDSE must include Core

Maths & calculus & statistics extended module.
13.5
1610
24
533
341
426
575
639
82
70%
13.5
1610
24
533
341
426
575
639
82
70%
15
1680
25
548
350
438
591
657
86
73%
15
1680
25
548
350
438
591
657
86
73%
20
2050
32
690 442 552
745 828 99
92%

Maths & calculus & statistics extended
module.
15
1680
25
548
350
438
591
657
86
73%
18.5
1920
28
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
95
15
1680
25
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
86
73%
Advanced Maths. HKDSE must include

Core Maths & calculus & statistics
extended module.
25
This table should be used by

students who are NOT an
Australian citizen, permanent
resident of Australia
or New Zealand citizen.
International qualifications
Students with qualifications not listed are encouraged to apply as equivalent results
in other exams may be acceptable for admission
Duration
(years)
Malaysia
STPM 2
Undergraduate program1
(best 3
subjects)
MICSS/
UEC 2
(best 5
subjects)
Sri Lankan UK GCE

GCE A
A Levels 3
Levels 2
(best 3
best 4
Ontario,
Canada
OSSD 5
Korea 6
(CSAT)
HKDSE 7 IB 8
(best 3
subjects)
Singapore
A-Level
Certificate 4
subjects) subjects)
(2007 onwards)
(best 4
subjects)
India
ISC 9
ANU College of Engineering & Computer Science

B Advanced Computing (Hons)
16
10
15
18
15
80%
334
17.5
34
92%
B Advanced Computing (R&D)
22 (best 4)
15
18
22
17.5
98%
373
23
42
100%*
B Engineering (R&D)
22 (best 4)
15
18
22
17.5
98%
373
23
42
100%
B Engineering (Hons)
16
12
10
15
18
15
80%
334
17.5
34
92%
B Information Technology
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B Software Engineering (Hons)
15
15
15
17
14
76%
327
17
32
89%
17
21
17
95%
354
21
39
98%
12
ANU College of Law

B Laws (Hons)
20
Juris Doctor
Graduate entry only
15
ANU College of Medicine, Biology & Environment

ANU College of Physical & Mathematical Sciences
B Medicine & B Surgery
Graduate entry only and other criteria
B Biotechnology
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B Genetics
16
12
10
15
18
15
80%
334
17.5
34
92%
B Medical Science
16
12
10
15
18
15
80%
334
17.5
34
92%
B Philosophy (Hons) Science *
B Philosophy (Hons) Science [ANU]/

B Science (Hons) [NUS] *
22 (best 4) *
15 *
18
22
17.5
98% *
373
23
42 * 100% *
B Psychology (Hons)
19
13
16
20
16
92%
347
19.5
37
96%
B Science
B Science (Forest Sciences)
B Science (Psychology)
B Science (Res & Env Mgmt)
11
20
12
14
10.5
66%
315
15
29
83%
B Science (Advanced) (Hons)
19
13
16
20
16
89%
347
19.5
37
96%
60%
308
CC
27
75%
Double degree programs

Various
4, 5 or 6
ANU Express
0.5
Admission requirement is at the higher cut-off of the two degrees.

8
CC
11
13
CC
The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs as required.
Please note that not all degrees are available to commence in Semester 2.
The scores published should be used as a guide only, the University may vary these
requirements at any time.
OSSD: Best six University or University/College Prep courses

andprerequisites.
STPM best of three calculated on A=7; A-=6; B+=5; B=4; C+=2; C=1. Malaysian UEC
calculated on A1=1; A2=2; B3=3; B4=4; B5=5. HKALE best of three scores calculated
on A=5; B=4; C=3; D=2; E=1. AISSC best four externally examined subjects where
A1=5; A2=4.5; B1=3.5; B2=3; C1=2; C2=1.5; D1=1; D2=0.5.Sri Lankan GCE best
three scores calculated on A=5; B=4; C=3 and S=1
The overall grade is calculated from the results in Korean Language,

Mathematics and Foreign Language (English) only.
GCE A Levels are assessed by best 3 or best 4 subjects. A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2,
E=1. If 4 or more subjects are presented the best 4 or best 3 subjects will be used,
whichever provides the highest rank.
Assessed on the best 4 subjects excluding Chinese Language,

Physical Education, Technology and Living, Tourism and Hospitality,
Health Management and Social Care, Religious Studies, Chinese
Literature and Chinese History where 5**= 6; 5*= 5.5; 5 = 5; 4 = 4;
3 = 3; 2 = 2; and 1 = 1.
International Baccalaureate.
The percentage is the averaage of the marks gained in English and the
best three externally examined subjects.
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Singapore A-levels entry for all programs (except Law) is determined by the
total of the best three H2 subjects (where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1) PLUS the best 1
H1 content-based or Project Work or General Paper (GP) or Knowledge & Enquiry (KI)
subject (where A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5). Mother tongue may not be included.
Singapore A-levels - to be considered for entry to Law entry is determined by the
total of the best 3 H2 subjects (where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1) and the best 1 H1
content-based PLUS a minimum of B in either General Paper (GP) or Knowledge &
Enquiry (KI) subject (where A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5). Mother tongue may not
be included.
10 Applicants are required to have successfully completed a US high

school diploma with a GPA of at least 3.0.
11 During 20092010, all Australian states and territories except
Queensland will use the same scale to report a students tertiary
entrance rank and it will be called the Australian Tertiary Admission
Rank (ATAR). Universities in these states will express their cut-off ranks
on this scale. The ACT/NSW will begin using the ATAR from the end of
India
AISSC 2
USA 10
(SAT score)
(best 4
subjects)
USA 10
(ACT
score)
Gao Kao
(Subject to review)
Other
provinces Jiangsu
750
480
Shanghai
600
Zhejiang Hainan
810
900
456
616
365
684
Australian Year 12
Australian Tertiary Admission
Rank (ATAR) (requirements
for 2014)
Foundation
Prerequisites
studies programs
##
ACT, NT, QLD 12

NSW, SA,
TAS, WA,
VIC 11
ANU College 13,14

Trinity College
(U Melb), UNSW,
USyd FSC
Prerequisite
Subjects
90

Maths & Extended Maths 2. Min A Maths.
(compulsory subjects
for admission - guide only)
overall grade average
16.5
1770
26
570
75%
20
2050
32
690 442 552
745 828 99
92%
20
2050
32
690 442 552
745 828 99
92%
Min. A in Advanced Maths and Physics

required. HKDSE must include Core Maths,
Extended Maths 1 & Extended Maths.
16.5
1770
26
570
365
456
616
684
90
75%
Advanced Maths. Physics is assumed

knowledge. HKDSE must include Core Maths
& Extended Maths 2.
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%

Maths & Extended Maths 1. Min B Maths.
15.5
1700
25
551
353
441
595
662
87
74%

Maths & Extended Maths 1. Min B Maths.
19
2010
30
660 422 528
713 792 97
89% ^ 13
High level English
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
Chemistry
16.5
1770
26
570
365
456
616
684
90
75%
Chemistry
16.5
1770
26
570
365
456
616
684
90
75%
Chemistry
20
2130 *
32 *
690 442 552
745 828 99 *
1 *
Prior knowledge of certain subjects.
18.5
1920
28
630
403
504
680
756
95
81
13
1580
23
525
336
420
567
630
80
10
69%
18.5
1920
28
630
403
504
680
756
95
81%
11
1500
22
518
332
414
559
621
75
12
N/A
2009 - all other states (except Qld) will start to use this term from 2010. The
scores listed represent what was required for admission in 2013 and should
be used as a guide only for 2014.
Prior knowledge of certain subjects.
CC = case by case
College FP (U Adelaide), U QLD FSP, U Newcastle FSC, U Sydney IFSC, U

Wollongong FSC, U Western Sydney FSP, WAUPP, U Tasmania FSP,
U Auckland FSC. For specific entry requirements please contact ANU.
Other programs may be considered.
12 Qld. - bands for Overall Positions. These should be used as a guide only
as they are based on the previous years conversion and may change from
year toyear.
Minimum grades only plus additional criteria.
13 The ANU College of Business and Economics use a different method in

calculating the Foundation Grade Average to that shown on the ANU College
Transcript of Results.
Minimum result for consideration indicated - case-by-case consideration.

College approval required.
For temporary residents on non-student visas only.
**
Excluding English. All students must take Maths/Statistics.
Selection based on Australian Year 12 or equivalent result PLUS an audition by

submission of a tape recording.
Minimum 85 per cent Advanced Academic English. Applies to ANU College

only, the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the University of Sydney
(USyd) will be assessed on a case by case basis.
Case by case consideration. College approval required.
14 The ANU College of Law uses a different method of calculating the Foundation
grade average to that shown on the ANU College Transcript of Results.
Students must achieve at least an average of 85 per cent across all academic
subjects (ie 6 subjects for the two semester version or 6 subjects in the last 2
semesters for the three semester version) including at least 80 per cent in an
humanities subject plus at least 85 per cent in Advanced Academic English.
## Other acceptable Foundation Studies Programs: Canberra Institute of
Technology (CIT) FSC, Monash U FSC, RMIT FSC, AUFP, NCUK IFY, Bradford
N/A Program is not available for admission upon completion of this qualification.
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FLEXIBLE DOUBLE DEGREES & FEES

ANU Flexible Double Degrees allow you to
study a degree as unique as you are.
A Flexible Double Degree allows you to create your own, individual program of study by
combining two different degrees. This gives you more choice in what you study and lets
you graduate with two degrees that suit your interests, passions and career goals.
ANU has seen degree combinations from our students that astound and inspire
us. Weve seen degree combinations that appear unrelated at first glance, like
Japanese Language and Medical Science, and weve seen degree combinations
that have been inspired by a common trajectory, such as International Relations
and Asian Studies. Students at ANU know the best degree for them and their
career, so ANU has created the Flexible Double Degrees to allow our students
to design their own program, their own way.
If this sounds like you, a Flexible Double Degree can open up pathways that
youve always dreamed ofso start dreaming now.
International students enrolled in a Flexible Double Degree will be charged fees
based on the courses enrolled per semester. Academic colleges set individual fees
and these fees differ from College to College. For example a student enrolled in
a Flexible Double Degree with Laws and Arts will be charged a higher fee for
Law courses than they will for Arts courses. See pages 22-23 for fees.
Applying for a Flexible Double Degree is a simple process:
Start by choosing the Flexible Double

Degree thats right for you:
>> choose to combine two Arts, Social Science,
Business and/or Science degrees
>> or, choose to combine Law with another degree
>> or, choose to combine Engineering or Advanced
Computing with another degree
Apply for the Flexible

Double Degree that best
suits your interests
Accept your offer

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Make sure you check for early

closing dates or other selection
criteria for the degrees you are
planning to combine. For Design
or Visual Arts you must present a
portfolio and attend an interview
to be considered. For Music with
a major in Performance, you
must undertake an audition to
be considered.
Arts, Social Sciences,

Business or Science
Law
Engineering or
Advanced Computing3
Four years full-time
Five years full-time
Five years full-time
Combine any two of the

following degrees
Choose
Choose one of the

following degrees
Bachelor of
Bachelor of
Bachelor of
Accounting
Laws (Hons)
Advanced Computing (Hons)
Actuarial Studies
Advanced Computing (R&D) Hons)
Archaeological Practice
and combine with one

of the following degrees
Art History and Curatorship
Accounting
Engineering (R&D) (Hons)
Arts
Actuarial Studies
Software Engineering (Hons)
Asian Studies
Biotechnology #
Art History and Curatorship
and combine with one

of the following degrees
Business Administration
Arts
Actuarial Studies
Classical Studies
Asian Studies
Arts
Commerce^+
Biotechnology
Asian Studies
Criminology
Biotechnology
Design Arts2
Classical Studies
Development Studies
Commerce
Commerce
Economics
Criminology
Economics
Environmental Studies
Design Arts2
Finance
European Studies
Development Studies
Genetics
Finance+
Economics
Information Technology
Genetics#
International Security Studies
European Studies
Pacific Studies
International Relations
Finance
Science
Genetics
Science (Forest Sciences)
Languages
Science (Psychology)
Latin American Studies
Medical Science#
Science (Resource and

Environmental Management)
Middle Eastern and Central

Asian Studies
Languages
Statistics
Music1
Medical Science
Pacific Studies
Policy Studies
Middle Eastern and

Central Asian Studies
Political Science
Music1
Politics, Philosophy and

Economics
Pacific Studies
Science
Political Science
Politics, Philosophy
and Economics
Engineering (Hons)
Policy Studies

Science
Statistics
Visual Arts2

Statistics
Visual Arts2
Entrance to Performance courses are by

audition. E schoolofmusic@anu.edu.au
2
Entrance to the Bachelor of Visual
Arts and the Bachelor of Design Arts
is by submission of a portfolio and an
interview. For more information:
soa.anu.edu.au/how-apply
3
Prerequisite subjects are required for
direct entry into these degrees.
See page 27.
^
Commerce with an accounting major
cannot be combined with Bachelor
ofAccounting.
+
Commerce with a finance major cannot
be combined with Bachelor of Finance.
#
The degrees of Biotechnology, Genetics
and Medical Sciences cannot be
combined with one another.
* Fees are charged based on the courses
chosen per semester. Academic colleges
set individual fees and these fees differ
from College to College. Refer to pages
22-23 for more on fees.
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VERTICAL DOUBLE DEGREES & FEES

A Vertical Double Degree is the perfect option for students
who are certain about their path into postgraduate studies.
Complete an undergraduate and postgraduate degree in the same
program with the Universitys innovative Vertical Double Degrees, and
get a head start in your career.
Bachelor of Arts/
Master of International Relations
The Bachelor of Arts is the most popular degree at ANU
and also one of the most flexible. In the Bachelor of Arts
you can tailor your degree to suit your interests by choosing
specialisations from a wide range of disciplines with nearly
50 majors to choose from. This degree is the perfect choice
if you have broad interests in humanities, social sciences,
arts and languages.
The Master of International Affairs is one of the best known
and highly regarded graduate programs in Australia,
attracting students from around the globe. With a focus
on international affairs in the Asia Pacific region, the
program prepares you to understand and to manage the
complexities of the worlds fastest growing region. Courses
cover a range of important topics and themes, including the
rise of China, non-traditional security and refugee politics.
Career opportunities
Graduates may find work in publishing, policy, education,
international development, politics, media, journalism, aid,
advertising, and many other fields.
Bachelor of Asian Studies/

Master of Globalisation
Today the Asian region plays a fundamental and increasingly
important role in shaping a shared global environment,
economy and society. By midway through the 21st century,
India and China are predicted to be the worlds largest
economies. Furthermore the Asia Pacific region is home to
approximately two-thirds of the worlds population. Despite
this there is a critical shortage of knowledge about our most
important neighbours. The Bachelor of Asian Studies will
develop your understanding of the region, allow you to engage
with these neighbours and prepare you to take a leading role
in the Asian Century.
How do we understand the rapid pace of change in the world
today? What is globalisation and what are its implications?
The Master of Globalisation is a unique degree that allows
you to explore the key issues shaping the world of the 21st
century. The program is designed to meet your professional
needs, with problem-based learning and tailored focus areas,
including security, development, environmental sustainability
and regional implications.
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Graduates may find work in foreign affairs, government,
non-government organisations, journalism, policy making
and many other fields.
Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and

Economics/Juris Doctor
5.5 years full-time
The Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics is a
program for highly talented students. As a graduate of this
degree you will be recognised for exceptional critical and
conceptual thinking and problem solving skills, developed
through integrative seminars, which are a feature of the
program. The degree has a strong international component
linking with international relations and development studies
and you may have the opportunity to engage with other
leading international universities through internships.
The Juris Doctor is a distinctive law degree for graduates of
non-law disciplines. This program gives you the academic
qualifications for admission to practice law in Australia. You
will be able to choose from a wide range of law electives,
with opportunities to focus on research. Our lecturers and
supervisors are experts in their fields, creating innovative
courses in a unique campus environment.
Graduates may find work in the private and public sectors
including banking and finance, politics, journalism, international
affairs, diplomatic services, national and international law firms,
non-government or non-profit organisations, academia and
government and many other fields.
Progression requirements apply

Students need to maintain set grade averages during
their undergraduate studies in order to move to the
postgraduate degree. Please note higher fees may apply
for the postgraduate components of the Vertical Double
Degree. Visit programsandcourses.anu.edu.au for
more information.
U N D E R G R A D U AT E R E S E A R C H
DEGREES
Looking for a degree that challenges and inspires?
ANU is one of three Universities in Australia that offers
Undergraduate Research Degrees. These degrees
provide opportunities to learn in research-rich
environments that encourage exploration, and are
designed for intellectually ambitious students
who aspire to study at the highest level.
With an ANU Undergraduate Research Degree, students will have the experience
and skills to pursue their career goals in academia, innovative industries, researchintensive organisations or national and international policy development.
In engineering and computing we call these degrees Research and Development
(R&D) programs. In other academic areas theyre called Bachelor of Philosophy
(Hons) programs, or PhB.
What makes these degrees different?

From day one PhB students work with an academic adviser to craft a program
structure that allows focused, in-depth research on the topics theyre passionate
about. Similarly, our R&D students are exposed to a unique research environment
throughout their degrees, undertaking advanced courses and research projects
with world-leading academics to create a powerful combination of theory
and practice.
Where can these programs take me?

The material might be demanding, but the outcomes are
incredibly rewarding. An Undergraduate Research Degree
at ANU opens up a world of opportunities. Whilst many
of our graduates go on to a career in research or
development, others find that the skills they develop
in a PhB or R&D degree independent research,
oral and written communication, and teamwork
make them extremely attractive prospects for
potential employers.
Do I have to study philosophy?

Only if you want to. The philosophy in the name connects
the PhB with other research degrees, like the Doctor of
Philosophy or PhD.
PhB degrees are flexible programs that allow you to
pursue your own research interests in collaboration
with the Universitys world-leading academics.
This might be philosophy, but it also might be
any of the many majors the University offers.
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Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)

Degrees
Research and Development

Degrees
The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), or PhB, is a

distinctive program that allows intellectually ambitious
students to explore their interests, develop their research
skills and be mentored by globally renowned academics,
all while enjoying the camaraderie of a group of likeminded peers!
ANU has developed a number of elite degrees for high

achieving students. While some of these degrees are
referred to as a Bachelor of Philosophy or PhB, the
engineering and computing equivalents at ANU are known
as Research and Development (R&D) degrees.
Your program will be specifically designed to cater to your

individual strengths and passions so that it is not only
stimulating and challenging, but as exceptional as you are.
Choose to study from a range of fields across arts and
social sciences, Asia and Pacific studies, international
security or the sciences, with the flexibility of also choosing
courses outside your main area of interest.
You can also join a research team to get hands-on
experience in the discipline of your choice and undertake
a significant project under the guidance of an academic
supervisor. This will set you up with the skills and
confidence to make a meaningful intellectual impact in
todays complex world.
Additional benefits:
>> If you choose to study Arts, Humanities or Social
Sciences offered by the ANU College of Arts and
Social Sciences, you are able to apply for a travel grant
of up to A$1500 to undertake study abroad.
>> If you choose to study Asia, international security or
the Pacific you will get A$1,500 to assist you with
your research, attending a conference or having an
overseas experience.
>> If you choose science and live outside the ACT you
could be eligible for a A$6,500 relocation scholarship.
The ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science

offers two R&D degrees, the Bachelor of Engineering
(Research and Development) (Honours) and the Bachelor
of Advanced Computing (Research and Development)
(Honours).
Designed in conjunction with industry, these degrees allow
students to gain valuable research experience as part of a
professionally accredited undergraduate degree, a first for
universities in Australia.
An R&D program will give students the opportunity to
access an innovative structure, completing advanced
courses alongside those that look at the fundamental
concepts of either engineering or computer science. They
will do this while also undertaking research projects of
their choosing throughout the degree. Most unique is that
students will be exposed to the cutting-edge research
activities that are taking place at the University.
Our R&D degrees still meet all accreditation requirements
with the relevant industry body, Engineers Australia or the
Australian Computer Society.
Graduates of these elite degrees will possess a real
competitive edge as R&D is at the forefront of new product
design and development, and is a wealth and change
generator that organisations across all disciplines invest in.
R&D students could be immersed in research in the
following areas:
The PhB is an ideal path to take if you are aiming for a

career in research or thinking of joining the workforce
directly. You will not only have gained the high-level
academic skills and expertise normally obtained in an ANU
degree, but will have gained highly marketable abilities in
independent research, oral and written communication,
and teamwork.
Engineering
Computer Science
>> Applied signal

processing
>> Planning
What you need to know
>> Robotics
>> The program is four years full-time
>> Materials
>> The selection process includes references and a

possible interview
>> Manufacturing
>> High performance

computing
>> Renewable energy

technologies
>> Robotics
>> Systems and control
>> Human-computer
interaction
>> There are no formal prerequisites, but some first-year

courses require prerequisite knowledge
>> You must maintain a high distinction average to remain
in the program
>> Sustainable
energy systems
>> Computer vision
>> Optimisation
>> Data mining
>> Machine learning
>> Intelligence systems
>> Security
>> Nanotechnology
>> Software engineering
>> Biomedical systems
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The courses you take during your degree at ANU will depend on the
structure of the program and any areas you choose to focus on during
your studies.
Use these example program structures to start to think about
how youd like to structure your degree at ANU, then visit
programsandcourses.anu.edu.au to find out all thats on offer as
part of your chosen degree.
Single Degrees
Year
Semester
Courses
Major
Minor
Elective
Elective
Major
Minor
Elective
Elective
Major
Minor
Elective
Elective
Major
Minor
Elective
Elective
Major
Major
Elective
Elective
Major
Major
Elective
Elective
Major: An area within a program that allows in-depth study in a particular field. A major usually consists of a set number of related courses.
Majors at ANU require 48 units.
Minor: A minor has fewer requirements to fulfil than a major, in terms of units and compulsory courses. Minors at ANU require 24 units.
Specialisation: Similar to minors, specialisations are areas of study with their own courses that can be taken in conjunction with a specific related major.
Elective: An optional area of study selected in addition to the core courses of the program. Electives may allow you to delve more deeply into an area of
study, or focus on an alternative area of interest that you may have. Many people will use electives to complete an additional major or minor.
Course: An area of study usually of one semester in length. Example: COMP1100 Introduction to Programming and Algorithms.
Unit: An indicator of the value of a coursemost courses are valued at six units.
For a description of the majors and minors offered by each College please visit
programsandcourses.anu.edu.au
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Flexible Double Degrees

Four-year degree e.g. Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts
Year
Semester
Courses
Science Major
Science Minor
Arts Major
Arts Minor
Science Major
Science Minor
Arts Major
Arts Minor
Science Major
Science Minor
Arts Major
Arts Minor
Science Major
Science Minor
Arts Major
Arts Minor
Science Major
Science Elective
Arts Major
Arts Elective
Science Major
Science Elective
Arts Major
Arts Elective
Science Major
Science Elective
Arts Major
Arts Elective
Science Major
Science Elective
Arts Major
Arts Elective
Five-year degree e.g. Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce

Year
Semester
Courses
Foundations of
Australian Law
Torts
Commerce Major
Commerce Minor
Lawyers, Justice
and Ethics
Contracts
Commerce Major
Commerce Minor
Australian Public
Law
Criminal Law and

Procedure
Commerce Major
Commerce Minor
International Law
Legal Theory
Commerce Major
Commerce Minor
Administrative Law
Corporations Law
Commerce Major
Commerce Elective
Commonwealth
Constitutional Law
Law Elective
Commerce Major
Commerce Elective
Property
Law Elective
Commerce Major
Commerce Elective
Equity and Trusts
Law Elective
Commerce Major
Commerce Elective
Litigation
and Dispute
Management
Law Elective
Law Elective
Law Elective
Evidence
Law Elective
Law Elective
Law Elective
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Arts & Social

Sciences
#1 in
Australia
#7 in
the world
Get out
there
#1 in Australia.* ANU is ranked

among the top universities in the
world for creative arts, humanities
and social sciences, and theres
nowhere better in Australia to
study sociology, philosophy,
politics and international studies,
modern languages development
studies and history.
Ranked 7th in the world* for

Politics and International Studies,
our strong connections to federal
government departments,
internship placements and
industry partners will help you get
a foot in the door as soon as you
step out of the classroom.
Why just study when you can

have the adventure of a lifetime?
The College offers exchange
agreements with partner
universities around the globe
including Kings College London,
Nanyang Technological University
(NTU) in Singapore and University
of Konstanz (Universitt
Konstanz), Germany.
*QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015
Internships Create
Research
The Australian National

Internships Program will take you
to the heart of politics in Canberra.
Internship opportunities within
embassies and Parliament House
are available in Australia, and the
Washington Internship can see you
participate in a 6-week internship
in US Congress!
Our researchers shape debates

and public policy, our disciplines
rank highly against other
universities globally, and most
achieve ratings of above above
world standard in the Excellence
in Research Australia (ERA)
rankings by the Australian
Research Council.
> cass.anu.edu.au
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The Bachelor of Arts in the biggest

and one of the most flexible
degrees at ANU with opportunities
for you to create a program that
is unique as you are. Youll be
amazed with nearly 50 majors and
over 70 minors to choose from.
If I had to pick one aspect of ANU that Ive enjoyed the most, it would be the
academic environment that one can immerse in as a student. Besides the regular
classes, I have had access to the cutting-edge work of a research-intensive
university through public lectures, research attachments, internships and various
other opportunities.
Duc Dao Bachelor of International Relations
ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES

The ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences has an exciting range of study options
across the creative arts, humanities, languages and social sciences.
Our range of versatile undergraduate degrees transform passions and sets our
students up with a reputation destined to impress employers. Canberra is the political
hub of the nation, and home to our national cultural and collecting institutions, and
ANU is home to a vibrant community of students.
Majors, minors & specialisations

Humanities &
Social Sciences
Majors
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Ancient History
Anthropology
Archaeology
Archaeological Practice1
Art History and Art Theory
Asian Art History
Asian Studies
Australian Indigenous Studies
Biological Anthropology
Classical Studies
Contemporary Europe
Criminology
Development Studies
Economic Studies5
English
Environmental Studies3
European History
Gender, Sexuality and Culture
Geography3
History
Human Rights
International Communication
Linguistics
Mathematics3
Middle Eastern and Central
Asian Studies
Music
Pacific Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology3
Sociology
Minors
>>
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American Studies
Applied Linguistics
Australian Politics
Climate Science and Policy3
Comparative Politics
Crime and Deviance
Cultural Studies
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Curatorship1
Digital Humanities1
Environmental Policy3
Film
Forensic Anthropology
Gender and Sexuality
Health, Medicine and the Body
Heritage and Museum Studies
Human Ecology3
Integrative Methods in Environment
And Society3
Philosophy and Science
Political Theory
Social Psychology
Social Research Methods
Sustainable Development3
Visual Arts Practice1
Specialisations
>> Environmental Archaeology1
>> Globalisation of International
Relations1
>> International Relations Theory1
>> International Security1
Languages
Majors
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Ancient Greek
Arabic
Chinese (Mandarin)2
French Language and Culture
German Language and Culture
Hindi Language2
Indonesian Language2
Italian Language and Culture
Japanese Language2
Japanese Linguistics1, 2
Korean Language2
Latin
Persian
Sanskrit Language2
Spanish
Thai Language2
Urdu Language2
Vietnamese Language2
Minors
>>
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Advanced French Studies

Advanced German Studies
Advanced Italian Studies
Advanced Spanish Studies
Advanced Spanish Linguistics
Advanced Hispanic Culture
Classical Chinese2
Javanese2
Russian
Visual Arts
Majors
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Animation and Video1

Art History and Art Theory
Ceramics1
Ceramics Design1
Furniture1
Furniture Design1
Glass1
Glass Design1
Gold and Silversmithing1
Gold and Silversmithing Design1
Painting1
Photomedia1
Printmedia and Drawing1
Sculpture1
Textiles1
Textiles Design1
Minors
>> Design1
Music
Majors
>>
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Music
Performance1
Creative Musicianship1
Musicology1
Minors
>> Music Technology
Degree programs
Bachelor of Archaeological Practice
Archaeology is a key to unlocking the mysteries of
humanitys past. Professional archaeologists are involved
in many tasks, including the discovery and excavation of
archaeological sites and the interpretation of the material
recovered from them. This degree is specifically designed
to prepare you for a career in archaeology, either as a
researcher or as a heritage consultant. You will be trained
in methods of archaeological investigation and develop
both applied and technical skills involving fieldwork and
analysis. You can choose courses from the disciplines of
archaeology, geology and geography.
Bachelor of Art History & Curatorship

This degree bridges the gap between the theoretical side
of art history and the practicalities of curating for the public
and working in the arts sector. It focuses on teaching and
research in a wide range of art historical and theoretical
areas. You will be introduced to the visual arts, architecture,
digital images and design within historical, social, cultural
and political contexts.
The degree also explores historical and contemporary art
across cultures. You will benefit from being in the national
capital with tutorials held at the National Gallery of Australia,
National Library of Australia and the Australian War
Memorial. You will also have the opportunity to participate
in an internship.
ANU is ideally located in Australias capital,

Canberra, surrounded by the countrys premier
cultural and collecting institutions and galleries.
The Bachelor of Arts can also be studied as part of

a Vertical Double Degree program with the Master of
International Affairs (see page 30).
The Bachelor of Arts is the biggest and one

of the most flexible degrees at ANU, with
opportunities for you to create a program that
is as unique as you are! Youll be amazed, with
nearly 50 majors and over 70 minors to choose
from across the broad disciplinary areas of
creative arts, languages, humanities and social
sciences, and an exciting range of Flexible
Double Degrees and Vertical Double Degrees.
Bachelor of Classical Studies

Study the classical world of Greece and Rome through
a variety of disciplines. You will be encouraged to study
broadly across the field of classical antiquity, defined as
the Greco-Roman world from the Aegean Bronze Age
(3rd millennium BC) to the transition from late antiquity
to the early medieval period (500 AD). You will have the
opportunity to specialise within this large subject but will
emerge with a general understanding across the whole
period. As part of this degree you will learn at least one
of the classical languages (Ancient Greek or Latin) and
study ancient history, literature and culture. There are also
opportunities to include study in related disciplines such as
archaeology or art history. You will be encouraged to take
part in an overseas study tour in Italy, Greece or Turkey. You
will experience the classical world and visit archaeological
sites and key museums, all as part of an approved course
counting towards your degree.
Take part in an overseas study tour to Italy,

Greece or Turkey and experience the classical
world firsthand.
Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts is one of the most popular degrees at
ANU, and the most flexible. In addition to your major, you
will select a second major, or minor, and a range of elective
courses. An arts degree is the perfect choice if you have
interests in humanities, languages or social sciences.
As a student studying in the ANU College of Arts and Social
Sciences you will have the opportunity to choose from
nearly 50 majors that can lead to a variety of careers.
Footnotes
1. Restricted to specific degrees 2. Offered by the ANU College of Asia
and the Pacific. 3. Offered by the ANU College of Medicine, Biology
and the Environment or the ANU College of Physical and Mathematical
Sciences. 5. Offered by the ANU College of Business and Economics.
Please note that for many degree options majors, minors and
specialisations outside Arts & Social Sciences may be chosen. Please
see programsandcourses@anu.edu.au for degree-specific information.
Bachelor of Criminology
The Bachelor of Criminology allows you to study the causes
of, and responses to, crime from a range of disciplinary
perspectives. The program draws attention to the social
dimensions of crime and deviancy and assesses the
effectiveness and implications of crime control measures.
You will be taught by leading scholars and exposed to
cutting edge research on diverse areas related to crime.
Topics covered in the program include: criminal behaviour,
surveillance, policing, crime control technologies, the
criminal justice system, the relationship between drugs and
offending, anti-corruption strategies, causes and effects of
genocide, transnational crime, restorative justice, organised
crime, and cybercrime.
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Bachelor of Design Arts
Entry by interview and portfolio
The Bachelor of Design Arts enables graduates to take
advantage of changing opportunities within the creative
arts industries, especially in the areas of professional/
commercial design for production and small scale individual
craft production. You can choose to major in ceramics,
furniture, glass, gold and silversmithing, or textiles, and our
teaching draws on both hand-built and computer-aided
design and technologies. The degree is supported by art
and design theory courses and electives in computer-aided
design and web design.
The School of Art has specific entry requirements that
include an interview and portfolio. For more information visit
http://soa.anu.edu.au/how-apply
Bachelor of Development Studies

The Bachelor of Development Studies will prepare you
for a variety of careers related to the development of third
world countries. These careers may be focused primarily
on economic, social or political development and based in
Australian institutions or abroad. ANU is a leader in the field
of development studies and has established relationships
with Australian and international aid and development
organisations. You will have the opportunity to study one
or two geographical areas such as Central Asia and the
Middle East, China, Oceania, South Asia, Southeast Asia,
and Latin America. Once you have selected your area of
specialisation, you can undertake a major or minor in a
relevant language. As part of this degree you may be eligible
to undertake an internship for a semester of your studies.
Bachelor of Environmental Studies

The Bachelor of Environmental Studies will equip you
with a broad understanding of the complex and often
conflicting interrelationships between human societies
and their environment. You will develop an understanding
of the available solutions to address the worlds most
intractable environmental problems. This degree offers a
broad range of study options from natural ecological and
earth system processes, to environmental management,
resource use and policy, to cultural ecology and the history
of environmental change, perception and philosophy.
Bachelor of European Studies

In the Bachelor of European Studies you will learn about
the social, political and cultural structure of contemporary
Europe. The degree focuses on the foundations of modern
Europe, bearing in mind its long history and how this has
shaped contemporary European societies. It also considers
the innovative aspects of recent developments, particularly
the possibilities for cooperation and unity as well as the
tensions between diverse traditions. In this degree you will
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undertake a contemporary Europe major or a European

History major, and a minor in a European language. You
will also have the opportunity to study for one semester
in Europe.
Bachelor of International Relations

ANU is recognised for its leadership in the field of
international relations. This degree will prepare you for
careers in business, non-government and government
organisations, media and international agencies. You
will be introduced to international relations from a broad
historical and intellectual framework. Material will cover
events from the 17th Century to the 21st Century and you
will study the impact of events such as the world wars, cold
war, and current political conflict. A major in International
Relations is compulsory. You need to also complete one of
three specialisations in international relations: International
Relations Theory, International Security and Globalisation
of International Relations. You will also complete a minor
in a cognate area such as politics, history, or a language
or an approved internship or exchange. You can choose
from other courses that cover international economics and
business, and the society and politics of different regions.
Bachelor of Languages
The Bachelor of Languages prepares you for the challenges
of the increasingly multilingual and global life in the 21st
Century. The degree combines a solid foundation in one or
more languages with the study of linguistics (the science
of language) and the societies and cultural practices
associated with the chosen language(s) including their
rich literatures.
You can choose from 17 language majors, including
Ancient Greek, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French,
German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin,
Persian, Sanskrit, Spanish, Thai, Urdu and Vietnamese.
Minors in Classical Chinese, French Studies, German
Studies, Japanese Linguistics, Javanese, Russian and
Spanish Studies are also available. In addition, courses in
other languages such as Australian Indigenous languages,
Burmese, Cantonese, Javanese, Lao, Portuguese, Tetum
and Tibetan can also be included. You may study for a
semester or year in a country of your chosen language.
ANU is ranked 16th in the world for Linguistics

and 24th in the world for Modern Languages.*
Offering 17 majors across Asian, European,
Middle Eastern and ancient languages, ANU
is also the only university in Australia to
offer Persian.
Bachelor of Latin American Studies

The Bachelor of Latin American Studies will immerse you
in the rich history and culture of Latin America, from the
ancient civilisations of the Mayas, Incas and Aztecs, to the
booming modern economies of Brazil and Mexico. The

degree draws on the teaching and research excellence
of the ANU Australian National Centre for Latin American
Studies (ANCLAS). You will critically analyse aspects
of society, politics, culture, history, economics and
development. You will also learn the Spanish language
and undertake one semester of study abroad in a Latin
American country. ANU has a unique relationship with Latin
American embassies and government bodies in Canberra,
positioning graduates for career opportunities in Latin
America, Australia and Asia in areas such as business,
education and international affairs.
Bachelor of Middle Eastern & Central

Asian Studies
The history, society, politics and culture of the Middle
East and Central Asia influence many parts of the world,
including Australia. Events in the region often have global
significance and are central to an understanding of a
number of key issues in international affairs. In the Bachelor
of Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies you will
study the sociocultural, political, historical, and economic
structures of these regions and develop comprehensive
knowledge of their relationship to global trends. You also
have the opportunity to study Arabic or Persian and learn
to understand the role of economic modernisation and
themes relevant to regional security.
Bachelor of Music
The Bachelor of Music at ANU offers students the
opportunity to develop their passion for music in the most
direct ways, such as by improving their technical abilities
and repertoire knowledge as a performer, or through
the study of music theory or aural training. In addition,
a student will also be trained to understand music more
completely in its social and historical context and to
critique and reflect upon the music they make and hear in
new and sophisticated ways. In creating and sustaining a
viable career in music it has never been more important to
understand what music means and how it may influence
our lives and the lives of others. It has also never been
more important for a musician to be an informed and
articulate advocate for the art form. These are the skills the
ANU Bachelor of Music graduate will possess. Students
wishing to take Performance courses are required to pass
an audition.
For more information on how to apply for an audition please
visit music.anu.edu.au
The ANU School of Music was the first

purpose-built music school facility in Australia
and for nearly 50 years the School has played
a leading role in the cultural life of Canberra
and our region.

The Bachelor of Philosophy (PhB) (Honours) is an elite
research-focused degree leading to an honours award. It is
designed for the intellectually ambitious who aspire to study
at the highest level. You will receive intensive individual
attention from an academic adviser who will work with you
to determine your program of study. One quarter of your
studies in the first three years will consist of individually
tailored advanced studies courses specifically designed to
provide you with a strong base in research. In the fourth
year you will undertake an honours year centred around
one arts discipline of your choice. Some of the possibilities
include: archaeology, anthropology, art history, Australian
Indigenous studies, biological anthropology, contemporary
Europe, criminology, development studies, English, gender,
sexuality and culture, geography, history, human rights,
international relations, linguistics, music, philosophy,
political science and sociology. A strict quota applies to
enrolments in this degree.
If you choose to study Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences,
offered by the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences,
you are able to apply for a travel grant of up to A$1,500 to
undertake study abroad.
Our disciplines rank highly globally, and

most achieve ratings of above or well above
world standard in the Excellence in Research
Australia (ERA) report* by the Australian
Research Council (ARC).
*Australian Research Council ERA 2012 report
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)/

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (NUS)
Jointly offered with the National University of Singapore
(NUS), this degree program is a great choice if you
are intellectually ambitious and have an interest in
contemporary Europe, English, criminology, history,
human rights, international relations, political science,
philosophy, sociology, or a range of languages, and wish
to complete a period of study in Singapore. This integrated
program is offered in partnership with the NUS Faculty
of Arts and Social Sciences and the ANU College of Arts
and Social Sciences and will lead to an Honours award
upon completion. You will spend time in both Singapore
and Australia. This is a distinctive joint degree program
leading to a qualification awarded by two of the worlds
leading universities. A strict quota applies to enrolments in
this degree.
Bachelor of Policy Studies

The Bachelor of Policy Studies focuses on the study of
public policy in Australia and related international policies.
You will study how public policies are shaped by Australian
and international social, political and economic issues.
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The Bachelor of Policy Studies at ANU is designed to
equip students with a comprehensive understanding of
Australian public policies and some related international
policies. In order to help contextualise Australian public
policies, students are also introduced to the historical
developments of these policies and how they helped to
define modern public policies. Graduates in the Bachelor
of Policy Studies will have the skills and knowledge to
conduct economic analysis, gather and analyse statistics
and critique Australian public policies. You may also have
the opportunity to participate in an internship.
Bachelor of Political Science

The Bachelor of Political Science is the only degree of
its type in Australia offering unparalleled access and
connections to the political heartbeat of the nation. The
comparative nature of courses means youll develop an
understanding of different systems of government, using
comparative methodology. In this highly structured degree
youll examine political science theory, public opinion,
political economy, government behaviour, systems,
principles, and different methods and techniques of
political science.
Capitalising on our ranking of number one in Australia and
7th in the world for Politics and International Studies,* the
Bachelor of Political Science will provide you with a strong
knowledge base of the global government landscape. Our
commitment to research led education means that youll
be taught by world-leading researchers. Youll also have
the opportunity to complete an internship, undertaking a
research project for academic credit through the Australian
National Internships Program (ANIP).
Youll graduate with a degree that is globally recognised
and attractive to employers, with well-developed
skills in research, critical and conceptual thinking and
problem solving.
*QS World University Rankings (Politics and International Relations), 2015
Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy

and Economics
The Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics is an
elite degree that combines the study of politics, philosophy
and economics, and the manner in which they are
increasingly being integrated to enhance our understanding
and evaluation of individual and group behaviour. Graduates
of this degree will be recognised for exceptional critical
and conceptual thinking and problem solving skills. In
politics you will develop your understanding of the nature of
institutional arrangements, the manner in which decisions
are made and their effects on people throughout the world.
The philosophy component of the degree will teach you to
analyse issues and use ethical principles to evaluate human
conduct and social institutions. By studying economics you
will learn how consumers, firms and governments make
decisions and how these decisions determine the allocation
of resources. Our integrative seminar series brings together
the three disciplines to illuminate topics of pressing
human concern.
The degree has a strong international component linking
with international relations and development studies
and you may have the opportunity to engage with other
leading international universities. The Bachelor of Politics,
Philosophy and Economics may also be studied as a
Vertical Double Degree with the Juris Doctor.
Bachelor of Visual Arts

Entry by interview and portfolio
In the Bachelor of Visual Arts you will develop and refine
high-level technical and creative skills and knowledge for
working with the forms, materials and technologies of your
chosen studio discipline. The Bachelor of Visual Arts offers
majors in animation and video, ceramics, furniture, glass,
gold and silversmithing, painting, photomedia, print media
and drawing, sculpture and textiles. The Bachelor of Visual
Arts includes a minor in art theory and students have the
opportunity to undertake electives in disciplines outside
their major or from across ANU.
You will be able to take advantage of the close proximity
of ANU to the National Gallery of Australia, the National
Portrait Gallery, the National Film and Sound Archive,
the National Library of Australia, the National Museum of
Australia, the Canberra Museum and Gallery, and other
Canberra-based arts organisations.
The School of Art has specific entry requirements that
include an interview and portfolio. For more information visit
soa.anu.edu.au/how-apply
Image: Student drawing in ANU School of Art.
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Diploma of Languages
The Diploma of Languages will help to prepare you for the
increasingly multilingual and international life of the 21st
Century. You will be taken on a language learning journey
that engages you with the written, oral and cultural aspects
of your chosen language. You can choose to study from
a wide selection of languages, many of which are not
available at any other university in Australia. The languages
available are Ancient Greek, Arabic, Chinese, French,
German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Javanese,
Korean, Latin, Persian, Sanskrit, Spanish, Thai, Urdu and
Vietnamese. You can study the Diploma either part-time
alongside a current degree or, if you have a previous
degree, as a stand-aloneprogram.
This Diploma will suit you if you are interested in working
for organisations or businesses that deal with non-English
speaking countries, if you are interested in a career with the
government including foreign aid, or if you want to work in a
non-English speaking country when you graduate.
Graduates from the ANU College of Arts and
Social Sciences will be career-ready, with highly
developed skills in research, critical analysis, effective
communication, collaborative processes, and problem
solving. Graduates can find employment opportunities
in areas such as:
>> Academia
>> Advertising
>> Arts
>> Commercial enterprise
>> Communications
>> Conservation
>> Cultural affairs
>> Defence
>> Design and manufacturing
Diploma of Liberal Studies

The ANU Diploma of Liberal Studies is designed for
students who are interested in studying a Bachelor of
Arts at The Australian National University. Graduates of
the Diploma of Liberal Studies who meet the progression
requirements may articulate into the Bachelor of Arts at
ANU, with up to one year (48 units) of credit. Alternatively, it
may be used as an exit point at the Diploma level.
In a Diploma of Liberal Studies you may major in
anthropology, criminology, development studies, English,
history, international relations, philosophy, political
science and sociology. For further information, refer to
programsandcourses.anu.edu.au. Quotas apply. This
program is completed at ANU College. For enquiries or
admission information, see www.anucollege.edu.au
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>> Diplomacy
>> Education
>> Foreign affairs
>> Galleries and museums
>> Government
>> Heritage and collection sectors
>> International aid and development
>> International bodies
>> Journalism
>> Language analysis
>> Media
>> Multinational companies
>> Non-government organisations
>> Politics
>> Private business
>> Professional designer
>> Professional musician
>> Policy development
>> Publishing
>> Research fields
>> Teaching
>> Tourism
>> Trade
>> Translation
>> Welfare groups.
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The best thing about studying at ANU is that you get to meet a lot of interesting, and
often exceptional people. There is so much to do on campus, from studying what you
are passionate about, getting involved in student bodies to volunteering and getting
work experience I love it!
Camilla Patini Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy) (Honours)
Asia &
thePacific
Adventure
Funds
Future
Dont just study the region go

there. Experience complete
cultural immersion with a program
of overseas study, and return with
the language skills and awareness
of local issues that can only be
gained from first-hand experience.
Adventures dont come cheap,

so who wouldnt love a few
thousand dollars in their pocket
when they board the plane?
Our ANU EngageAsia Travel
Guarantee makes sure you have
the funds you need to study and
travel overseas.
The Asia Pacific region is home

to approximately two-thirds of
the worlds population. Chinas
economy has just surpassed the
US as the worlds largest economy
and India is set to follow suit by
mid-way through the 21st Century.
They dont call this the Asian
Century for nothing.
Best
Internships
The ANU College of Asia and

the Pacific is the only College
in Australia that is dedicated
to specialised expertise of the
region, studying at the College
will give you a distinct advantage
when launching your career in the
global marketplace.
ANU houses the largest

concentration of Asia Pacific
researchers and scholars outside
Asia itself, and teaches the largest
number of Asia Pacific languages
in Austra lia, theres nowhere
better for your studies of Asia and
the Pacific.
Gain valuable work experience

and get it credited towards
your degree. Internships are
available in Australia, Asia and
Washington DC.
> asiapacific.anu.edu.au
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When I graduate from university I will step into a job market that is highly
competitive, highly international and highly responsive to global economic, political
and social change. Preparing myself for a future career is daunting, but its also really
exciting. The most important thing for me was to choose a degree which would put
me ahead of the competition in the job market.
Maea Lenei Buhre Bachelor of Asian Studies/Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
A S I A & T H E PA C I F I C
The ANU College of Asia and the Pacific offers a range of study options that will
give you the knowledge, language ability and global skills to tap into an increasingly
important region while giving you the flexibility to explore the issues that matter to
you most!
Language majors/minors
>> Elective component: choose from a range of courses

offered across ANU.
>> Arabic
Study for a year, a semester or just a few weeks overseas

as part of this degree. Well even give you the funds to help
you get there!
>> Chinese
>> Hindi
>> Indonesian
>> Japanese
>> Korean
>> Sanskrit
>> Thai
>> Urdu
>> Vietnamese
Degree programs
Bachelor of Asian Studies
The world is increasingly looking to Asia strategically,
economically, politically, and culturally and all eyes are on
the lookout for the graduates of tomorrow who will take us
there. Will you be ready to lead us into the Asian century?
With a Bachelor of Asian Studies you will master an Asian
language, acquire in-depth contextual knowledge of the
region, and graduate with the kind of Asian literacy that
gets you noticed by employers.
This degree will open up a world of career opportunities.
Just think, you could become a Japan specialist for the
World Bank, a policy officer for your governments foreign
affairs department or a project officer for the United Nations
in Myanmar!
Main components of this degree:
>> Language component: choose to major or minor in one
of the Asian languages listed on this page.
>> Discipline component: this encompasses various fields
of study with an Asia Pacific focus. Choose from a
range of disciplines including archaeology, politics,
history, religion, literature, culture, media and more.
>> Regional component: follow your passion for a
particular part of Asia and the Pacific. Use this
component to complement your language studies and
deepen your knowledge of a country. Alternatively,
choose to explore a new region that youre
curious about.
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Bachelor of International Security

Studies
Its a dangerous and uncertain world out there. From
violence in the Middle East, to climate change and its
impact on human populations, theres a whole range of
factors which threaten the globe. Lucky we have part of
the solution.
When you study the Bachelor of International Security you
delve deeply into the contemporary security threats facing
nations, international organisations and businesses around
the world including the threat of military power, civil war,
terrorism, cybercrime, disease and food security to name
just a few.
This degree will kick-start your career in international
relations, whether thats working for the United
Nations or Interpol, in foreign affairs or an intelligence
agency, or providing advice on security threats to
international corporations.
>> International security major: this component gives you
expert understanding of the diverse range of security
issues facing our world today. As the security climate
evolves, so will your studies in this field, but you can
expect to explore issues such as the politics of nuclear
weapons, the evolution and roles of security and
intelligence organisations, peace versus war, coping
with crisis, security policy, cybersecurity, weapons
of mass destruction, poverty, climate change and
maritime competition.
>> Minor: choose from a range of minors including
Arabic, Asia-Pacific Politics, Classical Chinese, French
Language and Culture, German Language and
Culture, Hindi, Indonesian, International Relations,
Italian Language and Culture, Japanese, Korean, Latin
American Studies, Middle Eastern and Central Asian
Studies, Pacific Studies, Peace, Conflict and War
Studies, Persian, Russian, Sanskrit, Spanish, Thai, Urdu
or Vietnamese.

offered across ANU.
you get there!
Bachelor of Languages
If youre a lover of languages, then youll love ANU. In the
2015 QS World University Rankings by Subject, ANU was
ranked number one in Australia for modern languages.
At the ANU College of Asia and the Pacific, we offer the
highest number of Asia Pacific language programs outside
of Asia itself.
When you study this degree you will graduate with true
language fluency, preparing you for the increasingly
international workforce of the Asian century. You can also
go on to work in language teaching and translation, or
pursue graduate studies.
Main component of this degree:
>> Choose a language (or two!)
you get there! See page 40 for more information.
Bachelor of Pacific Studies

Take a leading role in Pacific policy and development, or
explore your Pacific heritage, with a Bachelor of Pacific
Studies. As the worlds engagement with the Pacific
increases, so too does the need for graduates with Pacific
expertise. ANU is the only place in Australia where you can
develop an in-depth understanding of the cultural, social,
geographic, linguistic and political contexts of this diverse
region with a specialised undergraduate degree.
This degree will equip graduates with the much-needed
expertise to work in Pacific policy and development, and
analytical skills across a range of disciplines to succeed in a
range careers or graduate study.
As part of this degree, you may also get the opportunity to
learn from and in the region through the Pacific Islands Field
School course. Recent destinations include Hawaii, Samoa
and Fiji.
>> Pacific Studies major: this component will provide
you with a deep understanding of the diversity, history
and contemporary issues of Oceania, including
contemporary society, politics and development,
environment and conflict, and globalisation.
>> Major or minor: choose from a range of majors
or minors including Anthropology, Archaeology,
Development Studies, Environmental Studies,
Environmental Policy, Heritage and Museum Studies,
History, Human Ecology, Australian Indigenous

Studies, International Relations, Political Science,
Social Research Methods, Sociology, Chinese, French
Language and Culture, German Language and Culture,
Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Spanish, Biodiversity
Conservation and Management, Climate Science and
Policy, Environmental Policy, Forest Science and Policy,
Geography, Human Ecology, Integrative Methods in
Environment and Society, Soil and Land Management,
Sustainable Development, Water Science and Policy,
Philosophy and Visual Arts Practice.
(Please note, not all options can be studied as a major. Go
to programsandcourses.anu.edu.au for more information.)
offered across ANU.
you get there!

If you are high achieving, curious and ready to be a leading
mind in the Asian century, this is the degree for you.
This program gives you the opportunity to undertake a
custom-made, research-focused degree and is the only
intensive undergraduate program in Australia to combine
a specialisation in Asian studies, language and in-country
study with research. Well pair you with an academic
mentor carefully chosen from our world-leading research
staff, equip you with independent research skills and design
a program as exceptional as you are.
Youll also receive A$1,500 to assist you with achieving
your individual research, academic or career goals.
>> Your program will be specifically designed to cater to
your individual strengths and passions, so it will be
completely up to you and your academic mentor as to
what you choose to study.
you get there!
ANU is the best place to study these degrees.

We host the largest concentration of Asia
Pacific researchers and scholars in the
English-speaking world and offer the broadest
range of disciplines on Asia and the Pacific
in Australia, with particular strengths and top
world rankings in political science, international
affairs, economics, history, anthropology, law,
archaeology and linguistics.
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Study here and well give you a few
thousand dollars to go there!
With a degree from the ANU College of Asia and the
Pacific not only will you learn about the region, well take
you there! We offer various study overseas programs that
range from three weeks to an entire year.
So why take a gap year when you could travel and study
at the same time? Our flagship Year in Asia program
gives you the chance to experience cultural immersion,
improve your language fluency, and come back with
memories that will last a lifetime.
And instead of sitting in an ANU classroom, why not
spend a few weeks in India doing an intensive language
course, go to Hawaii with the Pacific Islands Field
School, traverse the Thai/Burma border, or spend a
semester on exchange as an intern in Washington DC
or with an NGO in Indonesia. These are just a few of the
exciting destinations that we teach in.
Because we know that money matters, we will give
you up to A$5,000 dollars to help you study and travel
overseas as part of your degree. Who wouldnt love
a few thousand dollars spending money while youre
studying overseas?
For more information visit:
asiapacific.anu.edu.au/students/exchange-study-abroad/
funding-your-study-abroad
If youre interested in international relations or
global issues then you cant ignore Asias increasing
importance. Home to approximately two-thirds of the
worlds population and encompassing some of the
largest economies in the world, there is no denying the
region is a big player on the world stage.
Our graduates have the knowledge and expertise to
advise business, government and non-government
organisations on how to better engage with, invest in,
and expand into the Asia Pacific region.
In a few years you could graduate with a specialist
qualification that helps you tap into Asia Pacific
markets; provide risk analysis for companies investing
in or exporting to the region; plan, staff and implement
aid programs; negotiate contracts, business deals and
joint ventures; and brief governments on the political
and social dynamics of the region.
Our graduates have been employed by a wide range of
organisations including major national and international
consulting firms, non-government organisations
(including aid, human rights and humanitarian
agencies), and foreign government agencies such as
the Japan External Trade Organisation.
Graduates can expect to find

professional opportunities in:
>> Aid and regional development
>> Banking and finance
>> Culture and the arts
>> Defence, intelligence and security
>> Immigration and citizenship
>> Education and research
>> International law
>> Foreign affairs and trade, diplomacy and
international relations
>> Government departments with policy interests in
Asia and the Pacific
>> International business and trade
>> Policing and peacekeeping
>> Marketing
>> Media and journalism
>> Tourism
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I find all the content extremely interesting. Its not a burden coming into uni when you
enjoy what you do. We have access to some pretty prestigious academics. You can
pick the brains of the big names like Hugh White.
Justin James Bachelor of International Security
Business
&Economics
Change
Connected
Student life
The world is changing. By studying

business and economics you can
influence change for the better.
You will gain the knowledge,
experience and skills to become a
leader, whether as a professional
in your field, developing
public policy, or undertaking
scholarly research.
Building a network you can rely on

takes more than hard work. The
university attracts exceptional and
energetic people from around the
world. You will meet people both
academically and socially. Friends
from university become future
colleagues, advisers and, often,
friends for life.
Where youre going is as

important as where youve
been. Most of our students live
on campus and this makes for
a vibrant campus atmosphere.
The College is located in the
heart of the capital, and youll
be surrounded by cultural and
outdoor attractions.
Leader
Employable Experience
Your reputation precedes you.

Working with our high calibre
academic staff, you will explore
intricate ideas, critically analyse
and solve complex problems,
discover innovative leadership
styles and new models of
management. You will collaborate
with classmates to build the
leaders of tomorrow.
The Australian Graduate Survey

shows that the majority of
graduates from the ANU College
of Business and Economics
are able to secure full time
employment soon after completing
their studies, and report high
job satisfaction.
> cbe.anu.edu.au
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Through student placements

and industry-based courses,
you will be able to build your
professional networks, apply
classroom knowledge to realworld situations, and acquire
the experience and skills to
successfully transition from study
to work.
I chose ANU for its excellence in research and teaching. What makes the University
so special is its academic atmosphere which inspires and influences every
student here. For anyone looking to pursue further study, ANU is undoubtedly the
best choice.
Xi (Stacey) Lin Bachelor Actuarial Studies/Bachelor Statistics
BUSINESS & ECONOMICS

The ANU College of Business & Economics offers ten different study areas for students
to specialise in.
Undergraduate programs at the ANU College of Business & Economics provide a solid
grounding in the core theoretical knowledge and skills indispensable to all business
and economics disciplines. A range of majors and minors and the option of studying a
double degree offer students significant flexibility to tailor their study to their personal
interests and their career objectives.
Degree programs
Majors
Bachelor of Accounting
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The Bachelor of Accounting prepares students for a

career in accounting. Accounting provides students with
knowledge and skills in the measurement, reporting,
interpretation and use of information for managing financial
resources in business and government entities.
Accounting
Business Information Systems
Capital Markets
Corporate Finance and Investment Management
Corporate Sustainability
Economics Studies
Finance
International Business
Management
Marketing
Quantitative Finance
Please note that some majors may not be available to students studying
a Flexible Double Degree due to the small number of elective courses
available in a dual program. Please see programsandcourses.anu.edu.au
for degree-specific information.
Professional Accreditation
Students in the Bachelor of Accounting program will
undertake a sequence of accredited courses that meet
tertiary education requirements for associate membership
of CPA Australia and direct entry into the professional
level of the CPA program. The completion of the Bachelor
of Accounting with the accredited courses also meets
the academic requirements for entry into the Chartered
Accountants Program of Chartered Accountants Australia
and New Zealand.
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Advanced Accounting
Business and Economics Essentials
Business Law and Professional Ethics
Econometrics
Economics History
Economic Studies
Finance
Introductory Accounting
Management
Marketing
Market Research
Project Management
Strategy Behaviour and Economics
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies

Actuaries combine skills from mathematics, statistics,
economics and finance to assess, evaluate and manage
future financial risk, addressing practical problems in longterm financial planning and management.
To meet Part I of the professional requirements of the
Actuaries Institute, students must complete eight Core
Technical (CT) subjects that correspond with 14 ANU
courses accredited by the Institute.
An average grade of 60 per cent must by achieved across

ANU courses corresponding with each CT subject in order
to be recommended for Part 1 exemptions. Part II of the
professional requirements of the Actuaries Institute can
be met through completion of an additional fourth year of
study in the College, usually in the form of an honours year.
individuals make decision and interact, and the role of the

government in providing public goods and regulating the
market sector.
The ANU Bachelor of Actuarial Studies (Honours) is fully

accredited by the Actuaries Institute.
The Bachelor of Finance is a specialist degree offering a

rigorous program of training in the theory and applications
of finance. The program has a core of mainstream finance
supplemented by studies in related quantitative techniques,
methodologies, economics, and management.
Bachelor of Finance
Accreditation
Bachelor of Business Administration

The Bachelor of Business Administration develops
leadership and management skills through core courses
in business communication, human resources, marketing,
international business, entrepreneurship and innovation,
leadership and strategic management.
The program emphasises problem-solving and decisionmaking, cross-cultural communications and strategic
thinking. It gives students the leadership capabilities to
springboard their careers in the public, private and notfor-profit sectors. The programs flexibility allows students
to specialise in a particular field of study by selecting one
of the Colleges majors. Studies from other areas of the
University may also be included in the program.
Bachelor of Commerce
The Bachelor of Commerce offers significant flexibility
and diversity. The degree comprises core courses
including business reporting, communication for business,
economics and quantitative research methods as sell as a
major sequence of studies. Students must choose at least
one major from the list to the left.
Accounting students who intend to seek membership of
CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and
New Zealand, and Business Information Systems students
seeking membership of the Australian Computer Society,
can select the requisite sequence of professional courses
through their majors.
Bachelor of Economics
The Bachelor of Economics offers students rigorous training
in the analytical tools of economics and the opportunity
to apply this knowledge to economic issues. It is an
intellectually challenging degree that develops powers of
logical analysis. It offers insights into how households and
The Capital Markets major is accredited by the

CFA Institute.
Bachelor of Finance, Economics and

Statistics (Honours)
The Bachelor of Finance, Economics and Statistics is an
elite four-year honours degree that combines the study of
Finance, Economics and Statistics. The three disciplines
are integrated to foster a deep understanding of the field
of Finance, which is the economics of claims on resources
such as money, bonds, stocks, and futures contracts.
Graduates of this degree will be recognised for exceptional
aptitude for quantitative financial analysis, conceptual
thinking about claims on resources using statistics, and
problem solving skills combining economic intuition and
mathematical techniques.
Education in this degree will involve direct investment in the
students intellectual life. This degree, which will be offered for
the first time in 2016, is unique in Australia as each student
studies under the tutelage of a mentor - an academic with
a world class reputation in his or her area of expertise. The
system of integrative peer education in the degree means
that students benefit from studying with some of the most
talented students in Australia. In the fourth year of the
degree students will choose to enter honours in one of the
three areas of specialisation comprising the degree (Finance
or Statistics or Economics). Graduates of the Bachelor of
Finance, Economics, and Statistics will be highly sought after
by government and industry and competitive for entry into
leading international PhD programs.
Bachelor of International Business

The Bachelor of International Business draws on
many disciplines to analyse the principal issues and
considerations in the growth and functioning of international
business and organisations. It offers specialisations in Asia,
Europe, Latin America or the Middle East. The study of
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international business theories and practices is enhanced
through the study of a relevant language and culture.
Languages available for study include Arabic, Chinese,
French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean,
Persian, Sanskrit, Spanish, Thai, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Students completing the Asian or European specialisation
may choose to study for one semester at one of the
Colleges partner institutions in Asia or Europe (with English
as the language of instruction).
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours

in Actuarial Studies and Economics)
(ANU/NUS)
This is a four-year honours level program in Actuarial
Studies and Economics offered in conjunction with the
National University of Singapore (NUS). It is an elite
degree where students spend four semesters studying at
NUS in Singapore and four semesters studying at ANU
in Canberra.
Admission is competitive and based on academic merit.
The selection of ANU students is made by ANU before
the start of the program and is based on approved final
senior secondary school results. NUS students will usually
be selected after two semesters of study at NUS. These
students must ensure that they undertake the modules
essential to this degree in the first two semesters.
Domestic students must apply for the Bachelor of Social
Sciences (Honours in Actuarial Studies and Economics)
commencing in Semester 1. International students must
apply for the degree no later than 1 March each year, and
must have accepted their offer and satisfied all conditions
by 31 March. Once applications have been finalised, the
program then commences in Semester 2.
Bachelor of Statistics
The Bachelor of Statistics offers a rigorous program of
training in the theory and application of statistics. The
programs involve a core stream in statistical application
and theory, supplemented by studies in a specialist stream.
Statistics is the study of quantitative data analysis, including
estimation, prediction and hypothesis testing. It has
application in fields including the physical, biological and
social sciences, as well as business, finance, engineering
and information technology.
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Graduates of the ANU College of Business and
Economics have the knowledge and expertise to better
understand the needs of the public, private and notfor-profit sectors in Australia and overseas.
The programs offered by the ANU College of Business
and Economics equip graduates for a range of
occupations across accounting, finance and economic
sectors in either specialist or generalist roles.
Graduates can expect to find

professional opportunities in:
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Financial consulting and planning
Funds management
Merchant banking
Stockbroking
Treasury management
International business and trade
The content and high standards of our programs
satisfy the accreditation requirements of national
professional bodies. Students in actuarial studies,
accounting, business information systems, and the
capital markets major within the Bachelor of Finance,
can select specified professional sequences of courses
towards initial levels of accreditation with the relevant
professional bodies.
The motivational atmosphere at ANU allows me to focus and concentrate on study.

Also the cultural diversity and the people at ANU always challenge my view, are
thought-provoking, motivate me to work harder and surprise me with their academic
and non-academic skills.
Jason Pratama Sriwijaya Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Commerce
Engineering
& Computer
Science
Student
life
Make a
difference
Systems
Engineering
Our Engineering Student

Association and Computer
Science Student Association are
as social and engaged as they
get. Key events include career
fairs, balls, BBQs, staff vs student
sport matches, epic games and
trivia nights.
Whether your interest lies in

finding a cure for Parkinsons
Disease or making solar energy
more efficient, an ANU degree
will give you the tools to help
solve some of the worlds
biggest problems.
Designed with industry, our degree

recognises that organisations need
modern engineers who can adapt to
new technologies, lead engineering
teams and have skills across
multiple fields of engineering.
Small
classes
R&D
Super
computer
We choose to have smaller classes

so you have closer engagement
with professors, lecturers and your
fellow students.
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ANU is the only Australian

university that offers an
undergraduate Research
and Development (R&D)
degree in engineering or
advanced computing.
ANU is home to Raijin,

Australias largest and most
powerful supercomputer.
I will cherish my ANU experience, such as my Robotics project and my summer

scholar opportunity with Professor Mahony for a lifetime. I believe that my stint at
ANU will prove to be my gate-way to success.
Kevin Coelho Bachelor of Engineering (R&D) (Honours)
ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE

ANU offers unique engineering and computer science degrees that will prepare you
to work in the industry and adapt to new technologies throughout your career.
Designed with industry, our engineering degrees ensure you will have both breadth
and depth in your studies, and our balanced computer science degrees ensure your
skills and knowledge will outlast trends in computing.
Majors & minors
The systems
engineering difference
Engineering majors
ANU is leading the way in undergraduate engineering

education. Our engineering degrees have been designed
with industry to meet the demands of our rapidly
advancing world.
>> Biomedical Systems

>> Electronic and Communication Systems
>> Mechanical and Material Systems
>> Mechatronic Systems
>> Photonic Systems
>> Renewable Energy Systems
>> Sustainable Systems
Computer Science majors

>> Computational Foundations
>> Computer Engineering
>> Human-Centric Computing
>> Information-Intensive Computing
>> Information Systems
>> Intelligent Systems
>> Software Development*
*Only available to students in the Bachelor of Information Technology.
Please note that these majors are subject to change.
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The unique systems engineering framework prepares

students to design, analyse, and manage complex
interdisciplinary systems or projects, for example, a car or
mobile phone.
At ANU we recognise that in our advancing world,
organisations need modern engineers who can adapt to
new technologies, lead engineering teams and have skills
across multiple fields of engineering.
All of this means that youll study core foundation and
engineering courses for the first year and a half and
then choose an area to specialise in by selecting your
engineering major.
This will give you both breadth across a range of
engineering disciplines, and depth in your chosen
engineering specialisation.
As a result our graduates are highly sought after. Systems
engineering is also taught at other world-class universities,
including the University of Cambridge and Massachusetts
Institute of Technology (MIT).
Degree programs
Bachelor of Advanced Computing
(Honours)
There is hardly an aspect of modern society untouched by
the computing revolution and there are many innovative
ways to use skills from this degree in a range of disciplines.
The Bachelor of Advanced Computing (Honours) offers
a strong grounding in computer science and technology,
but is also interdisciplinary with computing majors drawing
in courses such as psychology, biology, maths, art
and engineering.
You will not only learn advanced techniques and have the
opportunity to complete a unique computing major, but you
will also develop exceptional professional skills in areas of
entrepreneurship and management.
This degree is accredited by the Australian Computer
Society.
Computer Science and Information Systems at

ANU is ranked 2nd in Australia.
QS Subject Rankings 2015
Bachelor of Advanced Computing

(Research and Development) (Honours)
This computing degree is truly unique. Designed for
high-achieving students interested in becoming future
leaders of the ICT revolution, this degree provides the
opportunity to undertake research with some of the worlds
leading innovators.
In this degree you will undertake an accelerated mode of
learning studying advanced courses.
You will develop a strong foundation in core computer
science and be provided with the tools to develop the next
generation of computing applications.
Most unique though, is that you will have the opportunity
to work alongside distinguished researchers at ANU,
CSIRO and NICTA (National ICT Australia) and can pursue
research projects in an area of interest, from your second
year onwards.
You will also develop professional skills in areas of
leadership, entrepreneurship and management.
Society.
At ANU you could be completing your R&D

projects using Raijin, Australias largest and
most powerful supercomputer.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Do you want an engineering degree designed for the
future? Our Bachelor of Engineering is the answer. This
degree boasts many special characteristics, but best of
all, it is built on a systems engineering framework, which
means that you will learn how engineering disciplines
work together. Our unique education experience will see
you complete an engineering major, but also a number of
core engineering disciplines to ensure that you will be able
to design, analyse and manage the complex systems of
the future.
This exceptional degree will not only allow you to
excel in your career as an engineer, but to also make
a real difference and help to solve some of the worlds
largest problems.
Accreditation
Both engineering degrees are accredited by Engineers
Australia. You may also apply to practice in a number
of other countries through the Washington Accord.
These include: USA, UK, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand,
Hong Kong, South Africa, Japan, Germany, Singapore
and Malaysia. It is recommended students confirm the
accreditation requirements in their home country or state.
The ANU engineering degree was designed

with industry to meet the demands of our
rapidly advancing world.
Bachelor of Engineering (Research and

Development) (Honours)
Do you want to make solar energy more efficient, create
new technology in robotics or even develop materials
to support the growth of human cells? Are you a highachieving student interested in becoming an innovator and
a future leader in engineering?
Our Research and Development (R&D) degree is the right
choice for you.
This elite engineering degree is unique in Australia and
will give you access to an innovative structure that allows
you to get involved in engineering research projects and
advanced courses.
You will study fundamental engineering courses and
complete your engineering major, while you are immersed
in research groups covering mechatronics, solar energy,
materials and manufacturing, computer vision or
biomedical engineering.
Want to help save the world? ANU is home

to the worlds largest paraboloidal solar
concentrator. Imagine how you could use this in
your R&D projects.
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Bachelor of Information Technology
IT is everywhere from digital technology in TVs, laptops,
mobile phones and iPods to software and computer
systems in cars, banks, hospitals and movie production.
It is changing the way we live, work and even socialise!
As technology continues to play an increasingly important
role in modern life, global corporations are seeking
technical knowledge in the computing domain.
For this reason, many students combine the Bachelor
of Information Technology with another degree at ANU,
which can give you a competitive advantage in your
chosen career.
With this degree you will get a strong grounding in
computing fundamentals to tackle the fast changing pace
of IT, as well as the opportunity to work anywhere in the
world in one of the fastest growing industries.
Accreditation
Society.
Computing is the future and IT is everywhere. It

is changing the way we live, work and socialise,
and at ANU you can combine IT with almost
every other degree giving you some very
unique combinations.
Bachelor of Software Engineering

(Honours)
Whether you have an idea for a new app, want to create
computer games or develop user friendly websites or
software systemsyou can learn how it all comes together
in this degree.
Software engineering is not just about developing programs
and software, and this degree will give you real experience
in working with clients and managing teams.
You will develop the professional and communication skills
required of an accredited engineer, and you will receive
industry-based experience through our strong emphasis on
practical experience. All students complete 60 days of work
experience as well as industry projects in their third and
fourth years.
The balance of theory, practical and industry experience,
combined with the development of life long skills, ensures
our software engineering graduates are highly sought after.
Accreditation
Society and Engineers Australia.
The balance of theory, practical and industry

experience in our degree results in lifelong skills
and highly sought after graduates.
Diploma of Computing
The ANU Diploma of Computing is designed for students
who are interested in studying a Bachelor of Information
Technology at ANU. The diploma will provide you with a
sound grounding in all the basic requirements for success
in a degree in information technology including maths,
information systems and computer science. In a Diploma
of Computing you can major in programming, web design,
databases, and information systems.
Graduates of the Diploma of Computing who meet the
progression requirements may articulate into the Bachelor
of Information Technology at ANU, with up to one year (48
units) of credit. Alternatively, it may be used as an exit point
at the Diploma level.
For further information, refer to programsandcourses.
anu.edu.au
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Engineering
Careers in engineering are diverse and engineers are
in high demand in Australia and overseas. As an ANU
graduate with a systems engineering background, you
will bring extra value to future employers.
Organisations invest in research and development (R&D)

in order to gain a competitive advantage over others.
R&D is at the forefront of new product design and
development and is a wealth and change generator.
Innovative solutions to many of the problems in society
today will come from those working in R&D.
The skills and abilities you gain while studying are highly
sought after in engineering companies and across many
other professions and organisations.
After graduation you will be skilled to work in R&D roles in

industry, government, and academia or as a computing
professional or accredited engineer.
Because of our unique approach, many of our graduates

progress to senior management roles due to their skills
and knowledge in more than one engineering discipline.
Practical experienceprojects
For this reason engineering at ANU is often considered a

springboard into the wider corporate world.
Our graduates work in many organisations including:
An ANU computing degree offers you practical

experience and will allow you to develop high-level
problem solving skills through involvement in realworld projects.
ABB Switzerland, Norman Disney & Young, Lockheed

Martin, BHP Billiton, Qantas, Dolby CEA Technologies,
Cochlear Limited, Thales, Toyota and Ford.
In your third year of Software Engineering or Information

Technology, you will undertake an industry-based group
project, working for real-world clients, where youll be
mentored by an independent industry professional.
Computer Science
These projects are available with industry, government,

and research organisations. They offer the opportunity to
put into practice your solid theoretical knowledge.
There is high demand for skilled computing graduates

like those from ANU.
With new challenges constantly arising and technology
advancing at exponential rates, the ICT field provides
exciting and varied career opportunities to embark upon.
A career in computing could see you working all over
the world. Opportunities exist in high-tech industries,
software start-up companies, computing research
and development organisations as well as specialist
computing companies.
Many graduates go on to work in the areas of insurance,
banking, health, defence and automotive.
Graduates of our computing degrees have the
opportunity to work in a variety of roles and have gone
on to work for some of the biggest companies in the
industry including Google, Yahoo, Microsoft, IBM,
Deloitte and Pricewaterhouse Coopers.
With a computing degree from ANU, you will graduate
with knowledge wider than computing alone, and will be
ideally positioned to shape your chosen sector, now and
into the future.
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Research & Development graduates
Accreditation
At ANU your qualification will be recognised. If you
study an Engineering degree you will be accredited by
Engineers Australia. If you study a computer science
degree you will be accredited by the Australian Computer
Society. Software Engineering students are accredited by
both organisations.
To me, the transdisciplinary and multicultural vibrant community at ANU is by far the
most attractive aspect of the University. The pursuit of excellence at ANU and the
warmth of its community inspired me to pick up a further degree in computer science
whereby I hope to continue to take full advantage of the wealth of opportunity offered
on campus.
Kiarie Ndegwa Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) graduate,
Master of Computing majoring in Software Engineering and Artificial Intelligence
Law
Quality
Employable Versatility
Ranked among the worlds top 20

law schools*, the ANU College of
Law is known across Australia and
around the world for excellence
in legal education, research and
community engagement.
With 90 per cent of students

finding work within four months of
graduating, ANU enjoys a global
reputation and is ranked number
one in Australia for producing the
most employable graduates.
Location
Community Experience
As Australias national law school,

the ANU College of Law has links
with law-making and legislative
bodies such as the Australian
Parliament and High Court,
giving you a unique perspective
on how law is made, applied
and improved.
At ANU, youll get the benefits of a

big city with the support of a small
town, and be part of a diverse,
friendly and supportive community
made up of students and staff
from over 45 different countries.
1 QS World University Rankings 2015.
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Whether you study law on its

own or combine it with another
discipline as a Flexible Double
Degree ANU Law provides the
knowledge and understanding
required for success in a wide
range of careers.
With a teaching approach that

brings together theory and
practice, an ANU Law degree
offers additional value by
allowing you to see the law
in action through internships,
international exchanges and
research opportunities.
When it came to law, I didnt want anything less than a top-ranked university.
ANU has an excellent reputation. I know my degree will be valued at home in Hong
Kong or anywhere else I work.
Canberra is a great place to study students come from around the world, with
everyone bringing different cultures and experiences.
Stanley Moon Bachelor of Laws
LAW
As one of the worlds top 20 law schools, the ANU College of Law allows you to gain a
degree recognised and respected by the worlds leading employers.
Whether you study law on its own or combine it with another discipline as part
of a double degree an ANU law degree gives you the knowledge, insight and
understanding required for success in a diverse range of careers.
At ANU, you benefit from an education approach that balances theory and practice by
allowing you to see the law in action through internships, international exchanges and
research opportunities.
Our location in Canberra, Australias capital city, puts you in close proximity to national
law making institutions such as the Australian Parliament and High Court of Australia
and offers opportunities for internships, clinical study and international exchange.
And with a focus on student support, youll find it easy to make new friends and get the
most from your time in Australia.
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is the flagship
undergraduate law degree at ANU.
With Honours built in, an ANU law degree provides you
with a competitive edge through additional skills, broader
career options and a foundation for further study at
Masters level.
The degree equips you with an in-depth understanding
of law and the many dimensions law plays in our day-today lives.
As part of your study, you consider how law does and
doesnt work and what can be done to improve and
enhance it.
Our commitment to law reform and social justice means
your ANU degree gives you the knowledge to make a
difference to the lives of individuals and communities
around the world.
Once you have completed the compulsory courses in
the degree, you can tailor study to your specific interests
with elective courses including criminal, commercial,
international and environmental law.
You can study the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) as a
single degree, or combine it with one of 30 other degrees
as an ANU Flexible Double Degree. See page 28 for
further details.
*QS World University Rankings (Law and Legal Studies), 2014
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Your ANU law degree opens doors to career
opportunities across Australia and around the world.
Whatever your aspiration barrister, solicitor, lawyer or
legal adviser, in private practice, the public sector or
not-for-profit a law degree provides the knowledge
demanded by leading employers.
Of course, a law degree doesnt limit you to being a
lawyer, with many leaders in business, commerce,
politics and international relations having studied or
practiced law.
The skills and capabilities you gain in law are valuable
across many different sectors, including:
>> technology and innovation
>> international aid and development
>> politics and lobbying
>> business, finance and commerce
>> industrial relations and human resources
With 90 per cent of graduates employed within four
months of graduating, ANU is ranked the number
one university in Australia for producing the most
employable graduates1.
1.1NYT Global Employability University Survey 2013
I chose to come to ANU because I wanted to study at a university which promoted

academic exploration and a vibrant and diverse student culture. Studying at ANU
has opened up new perspectives and continues to offer new and exciting personal
and professional opportunities ... Its easy to organise a hangout, go to lunch, have
a movie night, go to a public seminar, organise a study date or have a picnic by the
lake side.
Ruohan Zhao Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
Science
Top 50
Curiosity
Impact
The Joint Colleges of Science

are ranked top 50 in the world in
6 subjects; 7th in forestry, 12th
earth and marine science, 15th
for geography and area studies,
17th environmental science,
26th in psychology, and 31st
in mathematics.*
Do you love to seek out new

experiences? Then youll be at
home at ANU. Study alongside
people who are asking the most
important scientific questions of
your generation and take part in
the ground-breaking research
thats delivering the answers.
Whether its working on viruses

and immunity, understanding
genomics, or finding new insights
into diseases including cancer,
diabetes and arthritis, ANU
scientists work across many
different disciplines to provide
health solutions for us all
nationally and internationally.
Difference
Future
Nobel Prize
Australian government key

decision makers regularly visit
the campus, seeking advice from
our academic staff before making
important policy decisions. Its
exciting to be part of leading
policy change which will shape
Australias future direction.
Science holds the key to so many

of the worlds challenges such as
food security, renewable energy,
climate change and disease
prevention. Its such an important
time to be studying science. Our
future depends on it.
Nobel Prize winner Brian Schmidt

researches at the ANU Joint
Colleges of Science, School of
Astronomy and Astrophysics.
He is recognised for his groundbreaking research on supernovae
and the expansion of the universe.
*QS world subject rankings 2015
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At ANU, it doesnt matter how brilliant or poor you are at something, there are people
always willing to help you learn or improve your already honed skills A university
that is always willing to help and provide assistance to students for academic and
extra-curricular activities is a university that would be hard to pass up.
Joshua Ong Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws
SCIENCE
Studying science at ANU provides much more than an education. Our science
degrees give you the opportunities you need to prepare for the future, no matter
where you want to go.

Majors
A major is your main area of study.
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Geography
Marine Sciences
Mathematical Economics
Mathematical Finance
Mathematical Modelling
Mathematics
Natural Resource Management
Physics
Psychology
Science Communication
Statistics
Sustainability Science
Theoretical Physics
Water Science
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Applied Statistics
Biodiversity Conservation and Management
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Microbiology and Immunology
Molecular Biology
Physics
Social Psychology
Soil and Land Management
Sustainable Development
Water Science and Policy
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Neuroscience and Physiology
Optics
Plant Science
Psychology
Quantitative Biology and
Bioinformatics
Science specialisations must be taken in conjunction with a corequisite major. Some science degrees do not require the completion
of majors, minors and/or specialisations. Additionally, for some degree
options majors, minors and specialisations outside the Sciences may
be chosen. Please see programsandcourses.anu.edu.au for degree
specificinformation.
Degree programs
Bachelor of Biotechnology
Biofuels, drought resistant crops and bionic eyes may
sound like things of the future, but these are just some of
the projects that biotechnologists work on today. This is a
fast moving field where living organisms and their products
are used to solve real-world problems. This degree will help
you discover the latest advances in biotechnology through
a foundation in biology, including molecular and cellular
biology and microbiology. You will also explore the societal
and ethical issues in biotechnology and intellectual property.
Bachelor of Genetics
The field of genetics is a multidisciplinary science which
has progressed rapidly over the last 50 years, becoming
increasingly important in modern society. By specialising
in genetics and developing skills in the techniques of
genomics, bioinformatics and molecular genetics you will
have access to an ever-increasing range of careers in
medical biology, plant science and conservation.
Take part in our Genetic Counselling Internship

at the Canberra Hospital.
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies

(Sustainability)
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
(Sustainability) (Honours)
Are you looking for a way to make a difference in the
world? Do you want to help shape a sustainable future for
people and the environment? Interdisciplinary approaches
are crucial to our understanding of sustainability theory
and practice and the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
(Sustainability) prepares you to tackle the complexity and
challenges of sustainability. It is offered as two programs,
a three-year pass degree model and a four-year direct
Honours entry model for students who want more
research-focused study.
Bachelor of Medical Science

This degree brings together the foundations of medical
science including studies in genetics, immunology, nutrition,
physiology, microbiology, biochemistry and anatomy. You
will also have the flexibility to explore your interests in other
relevant fields including neuroscience, psychology, nutrition,
dietetics or forensic science.

Are you looking for a program with that little bit extra?
Are you excited by the opportunity to undertake research
throughout your undergraduate degree? The Bachelor
of Philosophy (Honours) or PhB is a unique program that
allows intellectually ambitious students to explore their
interests and develop research skills whilst being mentored
by some of Australias leading academics. You will work
with your mentor to tailor a program that is stimulating and
challenging, and will have the opportunity to pursue crossdisciplinary interests by enrolling in courses from other ANU
academic colleges.

(ANU)/Bachelor of Science (Honours)
(National University of Singapore)
This degree can be taken in three majors chemistry,
mathematics or physics and is offered as a joint degree
program by the National University of Singapore and the
Colleges of Science at ANU. As part of this degree you
will spend three semesters in residence at your overseas
host university and will prepare your Honours thesis at your
home university.
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

This degree is designed for students seeking to specialise
in their third year before conducting a major research
project in the Honours year. Studies in the major areas of
psychology are combined with comprehensive training
into the design and data and analysis techniques used in
psychological science.
With the Bachelor of Psychology you have the

ability to discover more about neuropsychology,
including visual perception, face recognition
and memory.
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SCIENCE
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
Understanding science is now more important than ever

as the world needs science and technology to address the
challenges it faces. A Bachelor of Science degree gives you
the flexibility to develop the skills needed to navigate the
technological advances of your generation.
Studying psychology at ANU will expose you to topics

as varied as how groups interact, vision and how it can
be tricked to see what is not really there, how the brain
develops as a baby and how it will change again as you get
older, how impulses are carried from brain to muscle, and
how things go wrong in abnormal psychology.
Conduct your experiments at our new A$240

million award-winning science precinct.
Bachelor of Science (Advanced)

(Honours)
The Bachelor of Science (Advanced) (Honours) is a
four-year degree which provides the same breadth of
opportunities as the Bachelor of Science, with the addition
of Honours Pathway Options to develop your research
skills. For added flexibility, up to a third of your courses can
be from other areas of the University, so you can tailor a
program to your interests.
Learn from the largest collection of physicists

in Australia.
Bachelor of Science (Resource

& Environmental Management)
Are you concerned about the state of the environment
and want to be part of the solution? With a strong
emphasis on getting outside and learning in the field, this
degree will give you a broad environmental education.
You will link the natural and social sciences with their
applications in environmental conservation and sustainable
resource management.
Experience the Fiji Field School and

engage with island communities about
sustainability issues.
Bachelor of Science (Forest Sciences)

Explore the political, economic and social implications of
managing forest ecosystems and learn how to apply this to
Australian and international settings. This hands-on degree
will see you completing research projects in the field,
working with forest sector businesses, management and
research agencies and community organisations.
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Studying Medicine as a
postgraduate student
Doctor of Medicine and Surgery
The Doctor of Medicine and Surgery is a comprehensive
four-year degree offered by the ANU Medical School for
graduate students looking to enter the rewarding field of
medicine. In addition to studying medical sciences, clinical
skills, population health and professionalism and leadership,
the curriculum explores the social foundations of medicine,
develops understanding of Indigenous health in Australia
and provides insights and experience in health care in rural
and/or remote Australian settings. The degree aims to
produce graduates who are committed to compassionate,
ethical health care and the expansion of medical knowledge
through research.
Entry requirements
Applicants for the Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD)
must have:
Our graduates have one of the highest employment
rates of universities in Australia.*
Employers look for graduates with strong analytic and
communication skills, who have good results in their
degree, and who have work experience.
How are those things relevant to a science degree
at ANU? Research, analysis and communication are
the foundations of a science degree so you can tick
that box straight away. With small classes and worldclass academics teaching you, if you choose a degree
you are interested in, it should be easy to do well.
As far as work experience goes there are amazing
opportunities to join different networks at ANU. Plus
youre in Canberra, where government, business and
industry meet to decide Australias future. Theres no
better place to find a part-time job or meet potential
employers than the national capital.
* Graduate Destination Survey graduate.careers.com.au
>> A Bachelor degree or international equivalent, or be in

the final year of a Bachelor or Honours degree in the
year of application
Where do our graduates go?
>> GAMSAT result (or GAMSAT/MCAT result for

international students), and
>> Nature Publishing, Assistant Editor
>> Successful interview

Further information on the admissions process and how to
apply is available on the ANU Medical School website:
medicalschool.anu.edu.au/programs-courses/mchddoctormedicine-and-surgery/how-apply
Pathway to medicine
ANU offers a unique opportunity to gain entry to the Doctor
of Medicine and Surgery without having to sit the GAMSAT.
Each year 10 places are reserved in our medicine program
for students who successfully graduate from the ANU
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) in Science (PhB).
Joining the Medicine program via this route allows you
to design your own study program and gain significant
medically-related research experience, before starting the
prescribed Medicine program.
For more information please go to programsandcourses.
anu.edu.au
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Here are just a few examples:
>> World Health Organisation, Epidemiologist

>> United Nations Development Program,
Project Coordinator
>> Shell Development Australia, Production Geologist
>> IP Australia, Patent Examiner
>> Geoscience Australia, Geophysicist
>> Dyesol, Solar Energy Chemist
>> Forests NSW, Harvest Planning Forester
>> Boeing Australia, Senior Integration Engineer
>> Australian Wildlife Conservancy Officer
I live off campus and enjoy walking or riding my bike to university through the
Canberra bushland. The best thing about ANU is the access to cutting-edge
research. The opportunity to work with academics at the forefront of their field at both
an undergraduate and postgraduate level has inspired me to continue studying here
at ANU.
Rachel Kirby Bachelor of Philosophy (Science) graduate, PhD candidate at the Research School of
EarthSciences
MAJORS & MINORS

Many programs at ANU require the inclusion of majors,
minors or specialisations. In this section you will find brief
descriptions of the many majors, minors and specialisations
that ANU offers. Use this as a guide to further understand
the areas of study that are available to be completed as
part of your ANU program.
Example: The Astronomy and Astrophysics specialisation

requires 24 units of courses and is available to students
who complete a Physics Major, Theoretical Physics Major,
Mathematics Major or Mathematical Modelling Major.
Some terminology explained:
An optional area of study selected in addition to the core

courses of the program. Electives may allow you to delve
more deeply into an area of study, or focus on an alternative
area of interest that you may have. Many people will use
electives to complete an additional major or minor.
Major
An area within a program that allows in-depth study in a
particular field. A major usually consists of a set number
of related courses. Majors at ANU require 48 units.
Example: The Marketing Major requires 48 units of courses
specified under the requirements for the Marketing Major.
Minor
A minor has fewer requirements to fulfil than a major,
in terms of points and compulsory courses. Minors at
ANU require 24 units.
Example: The French Minor requires 24 units of courses
specified under the requirements for the French Minor.
Elective
Course/Unit
Each university has different terminology to describe their
programs and the specific requirements of those programs.
Some of these terms are units, subjects and courses,
and whilst some terms are interchangeable, at ANU there is
a general understanding of what these terms mean:
>> Course an area of study usually of one semester in
length. Each course is normally assigned a unit value.
Example: COMP1100 Introduction to Programming
and Algorithms.
>> Unit a unit is an indicator of the value of a course.
Most courses are valued at 6 units.
Specialisation
Similar to minors, specialisations are areas of studies
with their own courses that are allowed to be taken in
conjunction with a specific related major.
Example program structure

Semester 1
Year 1
48 units
Year 2
48 units
Year 3
48 units
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Semester 2
Major Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Major Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Minor Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Minor Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Major Course
6 units
Minor Course
6 units
Major Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Major Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Minor Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Major Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Major Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Major Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
Elective Course
6 units
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Abnormal Psychology
Minor
This minor will consist of 4 themed
courses that will give the student an
understanding of abnormal behaviours
and psychopathology across the lifespan,
covering clinical descriptions, individual
differences, biological, psychological,
social and contextual influences. It
also covers the primary theories of
personality within the context of the
research, assessment and study of
human personality. An understanding of
these processes will also occur with an
understanding of relationships that exist
between psychology and human health
and illness. Procedures appropriate
for conducting research in abnormal
psychology, health and personality
psychology will be introduced through
practical work in laboratory classes
Accounting
Major
The major in Accounting is concerned
with measurement, analysis, reporting
and evaluation of information, including
computerised information, which assists in
the management of resources in business
entities and government organisations.
Students wishing to meet the requirements
of the professional accounting bodies
should either contact the College office for
details or refer to the following links:
and critical understanding of French and

Francophone cultures and societies,
whilst continuing to improve their fluency
in reading and listening comprehension
as well as oral and written expression.
Through the study of thematic courses in
a broad range of areas such as literature,
cinema and songs, as well as thematic
courses targeting specific aspects of
history, social movements and politics
in the Francophone world, students will
gain in knowledge and critical thinking,
academic writing and oral presentation
skills in French.
Advanced German Studies

Minor
The Advanced German Studies Minor
is aimed at students who already have
an advanced language competence.
The objective is that students develop a
nuanced understanding of the Germanspeaking cultures. Students can choose
from courses in German linguistics,
literature, society and film.
Advanced Italian Studies

Minor
German is the most commonly spoken

first language in the European Union, being
spoken by about 100 million people in
Germany, Austria and Switzerland. With
a rich literary and philosophical heritage,
German is a language of culture, science,
technology, trade and international
relations. This role has increased since
Germanys reunification which is reflected
in Berlin having become a centre of global
youth culture (Berlin its cool!).
Advanced Hispanic Culture
>> CPA Australia
Minor
>> Institute of Chartered Accountants
The Advanced Hispanic Culture minor

is designed to provide students with an
opportunity to engage with the rich and
varied cultural, sociological, political and
historical aspects of the Spanish- speaking
world, and at the same time expand
their proficiency in the Spanish language.
Students can choose from courses in
high and popular culture, current affairs,
literature and film, society and music,
biography/autobiography, and the wide
range of uses of the essay in Spanish
and Latin American academic and
political discourses.
>> Institute of Public Accountants
Advanced Accounting
Minor
The minor in Advanced Accounting looks
at Accounting beyond the professional
requirements and provides an advanced
understanding of the discipline.
The minor will not be listed on transcripts
for students completing the Bachelor of
Commerce with an Accounting major.
Advanced French Studies

Minor
Advanced Hispanic Linguistics
The Advanced French Studies minor is for

students who have an advanced, nearnative level of competence in French.
It aims to deepen students knowledge
Minor
linguistic knowledge of the Spanish

language. It is aimed at students who
want to raise the level of their Spanish
through detailed study of the linguistic
aspects of the language. Courses
include those that will enhance Spanish
language skills (through the study of the
sounds and structure of Spanish from a
linguistic perspective), and others that
focus on linguistic features in relation
to history, society and culture. ANU is
home to leading scholars in Australia
in Hispanic Linguistics, and is the only
university in Australia to offer Hispanic
Linguistic courses in Spanish. The Minor in
Advanced Hispanic is an ideal way to take
advantage of this expertise.
The Minor in Advanced Hispanic

Linguistics is designed to provide students
with an opportunity to establish a basic
The admissions score requirements listed for these programs are on an Australian university grading scale. When
assessing international equivalencies, ANU academic Colleges will take into consideration a range of factors that include,
but are not limited to, the standing of applicants previous institutions in their home countries and the grading scales /
passing thresholds used by these institutions.
Italian occupies a special position in

Australia as a language of high culture
and also a language spoken by one of the
largest ethnic communities. Italian is also
an official language of the European Union
and of Switzerland.
Studying Italian gives access to rich
European cultural traditions, from
the Renaissance to the present, and
to the language of great opera, film,
architecture, fashion and industrial design.
Critical attention is given to cultural,
social and historical aspects of Italy,
and also to transcultural studies: Italy
outside of Italy and recent migrations
to Italy. Students develop language and
critiquing skills in fields such as Italian
sociolinguistics, cinema, music, gender
studies, postcolonial, migration and
womens literature. The development
of in-depth cross cultural awareness is
thus synchronized with the acquisition
of sophisticated language competence
which will allow students to study at post /
graduate level in Italian universities.
Advanced Spanish Studies

Minor
Spanish is a language rich in literature,
significant in international affairs and
trade and, in the Australian context, a
vibrant community language with more
than 100,000 speakers. It is the third
most spoken language in the world (after
Mandarin Chinese and English) and the
national language of 22 countries (Spain
and most of Central and South America,
as well as Equatorial Guinea in Africa). It is
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also an official language of the European

Union and a major second language in the
United States.
The Advanced Spanish Studies minor is
aimed at students who want to become
familiar with the cultural, sociological,
political and historical aspects of the
Spanish-speaking world. Students
can choose from courses in literature
and film, society and music, high and
popular culture, current affairs, biography/
autobiography, and the wide range of uses
of the essay in Spanish and Latin American
academic and political discourses.
Please note that this minor can only be
completed by students who have achieved
a minimum level of Spanish proficiency
equivalent to the completion of SPAN2501
Spanish 3A Intermediate I. The exact
sequence of courses depends on the
students language proficiency when
beginning with the minor.
American Studies
Minor
The United States is still the most powerful
nation and the single biggest economy on
earth. Whatever the United States does
affects the rest of the world in a variety of
ways, and so it is vital to understand the
broader framework within which it acts
on the world stage. A Minor in American
Studies assists students to develop their
knowledge of the U.S. through a range of
courses dealing with its history, politics,
literature and other aspects of its culture.
The Minor in American Studies caters for
students who seek a multi-disciplinary
suite of courses that exposes them to
a variety of perspectives on the United
States and its development. A Minor in
American Studies, alongside a Major
in History, International Relations,
Literature or Politics, also provides an
excellent grounding for honours-level and
graduate study of the United States in
those disciplines.
Analytical Philosophy
Minor
This minor will give students an
understanding of, and will enable them
to develop skills in, modern analytic
philosophy, in which the ANU has a
particular strength. Students can, within
it, pursue a wide range of courses dealing
with interesting material, taught in an
analytical style, and while doing so pick up
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a range of skills which should be useful to

them in the handling of theoretical material
in any field.
Ancient Greek
Major/minor
The study of Ancient Greek is a rewarding
one. An Ancient Greek major assumes
no prior knowledge of the language. It
introduces the principles of the language
(grammar, vocabulary, syntax) and
develops reading skills that will enable you
to engage closely with Ancient Greek texts.
The courses we offer give you a unique
opportunity to read in the original language
the literature, history, and philosophy of the
Roman world. From your engagement with
the past through its language and literature
you will gain a richer understanding not
only of that world but also of contemporary
society. Proficiency in Ancient Greek
is highly recommended also for those
wishing to specialize in Ancient Greek or
Roman history and civilization.
Ancient History
Major/minor
The Ancient History major focuses on two
of the great civilisations of the ancient
Mediterranean, Greece and Rome.
These civilisations have been enormously
influential down to modern times: the
Greeks invented democracy, history,
philosophy and the scientific method,
while the Mediterranean has never again
been united as it was under Roman rule,
and Romes legacy continues to resonate
in modern oratory, law, urbanization and
international relations. Much of Western
culture claims descent from Greece and
Rome, yet these ancient societies were
also exotically different from our own.
The First Year courses in Ancient History
treat Classical Greece and Late Republican
Rome, while also training students in
how to use and read ancient sources (in
translation). Later Year courses will cover a
range of periods and aspects of Greek and
Roman history, including politics, war and
imperialism, society and economy, and
mythology, art and architecture.
Animation and Video

Major
The Animation and Video Major focuses
on the two fundamental, interlinked,
building blocks of digital cultureanimation
and video.
Students will learn 2D animation, 3D

animation, video, compositing, editing, and
essential production skills. They will work
in a suite of computer labs and production
studios and have access to necessary
technologies, equipment and software.
After a broad introduction, students focus
on a particular area of specialization in
their final semesters. Throughout the Major
both conceptual and technical skills will be
progressively developed, enabling students
to develop their own personal creative
works in 2D animation, 3D animation,
video or a composite of those media.
Studio Theory modules will situate their
practice within the broader field of the
visual arts.
The creative arts context of the School
of Art, within the larger context of the
Research School of Humanities and the
Arts and the College of Arts and Social
Sciences, will encourage students to
develop innovative, strongly individualistic
works. Students can draw on the electives
in the School of Art, gaining a deeper and
broader technical and creative skill set, as
well as electives from the College more
broadly, allowing them to situate their work
within a rich cultural context.
* Only available to students undertaking
the Bachelor of Arts degree program
Anthropology
Major/minor
Anthropology is the study of cultural
differences and similarities in a globalised
world. As a field of study anthropology
is uniquely placed to interpret the widest
range of contemporary social phenomena
from migration to religious fundamentalism,
online communities and new social
movements, contemporary indigenous
cultural expression and identity politics,
consumption and commodification,
and many changing forms of social
relationships. The School of Archaeology
and Anthropology offers a diverse range of
undergraduate courses which cover these
themes and more.
The disciplines distinctive methodology,
long-term ethnographic fieldwork, provides
anthropologists with finely grained and
in-depth understandings of complex
social phenomena. With a commitment
to a comparative and holistic framework,
anthropologists treatment of cultural
diversity provides insights into the different
ways people comprehend their place in the
world and relationships to each other, as
well as new ways for us to think about our

own relationships and society. It is an ideal
foundation for a contemporary liberal-arts
degree. Students of non-English languages
can find anthropology especially useful.
ANU Leadership and Research

Minor
This minor integrates the Universitys
flagship Vice-Chancellors Courses into an
unparalleled experience in leadership and
research education.
The Vice-Chancellors Courses epitomise
what is different about ANU.
They involve active discovery and
research. They are courses that are
inherently interdisciplinary in terms of
content, speakers, and the students
enrolled in them. ANU researchers and
alumni bring together knowledge, cuttingedge research, and leading professional
practice to provide students with multiple
perspectives on contemporary issues
and future challenges. Through innovative
teaching methods, students are required
to be active learners and create convincing
and insightful arguments based on
evidence. The Vice-Chancellors courses
are for highly motivated students who will
become leaders in their chosen fields.
Applied Japanese Linguistics

Minor
This minor is designed to develop primary
skills in and knowledge of the theoretical
aspects of teaching Japanese as a
foreign language. It investigates practical
approaches to teaching Japanese, such
as how to select and present the linguistic
and socio-cultural subject matter of
Japanese language courses. Students
must to have at least an intermediate
ability in the Japanese language. They will
further be able to improve their Japanese
language skills through class activities
and preparation/implementation of their
teaching practice.
Applied Linguistics
Minor
Understanding the relevance of language
and linguistics to real life problems
and situations is more important than
ever, particularly within our modern,
linguistically diverse world. A minor in
Applied Linguistics equips you with the
skills to apply language and linguistic
knowledge to a range of topically
relevant areas, including, language

management and language policy,
language in spoken interaction, language
acquisition, language teaching and cross
cultural communication.
Applied Linguistics is a highly relevant
minor for a range of students: for students
with prior linguistic knowledge who would
like to understand how linguistics can
be applied to a variety of real-life issues;
for language students who would like to
explore language acquisition and teaching
from a theoretical perspective and the
relevance of language in all contexts and
cultures; and for students with no prior
language or linguistic knowledge but who
are interested in how language is used in
contemporary society.
Applied Statistics
Minor
The major in Archaeological practice is

centred on skills in field and laboratory
analysis of archaeological materials.
Courses provide students with intensive
training in finding, recording, excavating
and analyzing archaeological sites and
the materials found within them. This
training involves both practical and
theoretical aspects.
Archaeology
Major/minor
The major in archaeology provides
students with the opportunity to
learn archaeological techniques and
comprehend the evidence of past
human societies in different locations,
for both prehistoric and historical
periods. Courses cover a wide range
of regional cultural sequences and
archaeological methodologies.
Statistics is concerned with the process of

planning how to collect data, collection of
the data and extracting information from
data in the presence of uncertainty and
variation. The process is guided by the
underlying purpose of the investigation and
the formulation of hypotheses and models.
The minor covers the core components of
applied statistical methods and provides a
solid foundation for students undertaking
courses of study which will require them to
perform standard quantitative analyses.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to structural

changes in the undergraduate program
rules in 2012, the courses that make up
the new 2012 majors may be different to
the pre-2012 majors, and therefore some
courses cannot be counted between
majors. Students are advised to contact
the CASS Student Office if they are unsure
about their Majors.
Arabic
The Art History major introduces students

to painting, sculpture, printmaking,
photography, architecture, film, digital
images and the decorative arts within
their historical, social, cultural and political
context. Courses cover many aspects of
art from prehistoric Australian Aboriginal
art and classical antiquity through to
the art of the present day, focussing on
topics, which can illuminate specific trends
and problems.
Major/minor
Arabic is the mother language of over
250 million people in the Middle East
(West Asia and North Africa), and one of
the six official languages of the United
Nations. Arabic is also the language of
the Quran with special importance to
all Muslims. Arabic is the language of an
ancient civilization, which contributed
greatly to human knowledge. Its influence
is strongly felt on such languages as
Persian, Turkish, Urdu, Indonesian and
Malay, among others. Arabic is also
the living medium of a contemporary
dynamic literature and culture. Its rich and
magnificent poetry, classical and modern,
is especially captivating.
Major
This major is available only to students
undertaking the Bachelor of Archaeological
Practice degree program.
Art History
Major/minor
Art Theory
Major/minor
The Art Theory major is primarily designed
to meet the needs and interest of visual
arts designers and makers by informing
their practice with sustained critical
inquiry into the social, cultural, ethical
and historical context of contemporary
art. Students develop the analytical
skills necessary for viewing at images
and objects with a critical eye, selective
reading, and the ability to communicate
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effectively about works in different media,

including their own, to specialist audiences
using professional conventions. 1000-level
courses are held at the National Gallery
of Australia, providing students with a rich
learning environment and direct access
to works in the National Collection. Art
Theory is located within the studio-based
environment of the School of Art.
and contemporary art, architecture and

film of a range of styles and genres within
their historical, social, cultural and political
context. Courses cover many aspects of
Asian art from Chinese calligraphy through
to contemporary art from India and Japan.
The major also addresses the complex
interrelations in the development of Asian
and Euro-American art.
Asia-Pacific Politics
Asian History
Major/minor
Major/minor
The ANU is a world-leading centre for

advanced research on the politics of Asia
and the Pacific. This major allows students
to develop a specialisation in the politics of
the region, while also gaining a grounding
in political science theory. In particular, it
introduces students to the study of one
of the major sub-disciplines of political
science, comparative politics, equipping
them with the skills to analyse and
compare political systems and phenomena
in a range of country settings. The major
provides opportunities for students to
concentrate on politics of core areas
(China, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, South
Asia, Northeast Asia, and the Pacific),
and allows them to draw on specialist
disciplinary courses that will help them
to understand the politics of the region.
An Asia-Pacific politics major provides
students with a solid foundation upon
which to develop a career specialising
in the politics of the region, and with a
conceptual toolkit to analyse politics in
other parts of the world.
The Asian History major offers a suite of

courses covering developments in a wide
range of Asian societies from early times
to the recent past. The major provides
students with grounding in the course
of history in a variety of Asian societies
and it provides an empirical basis for the
comparative analysis of historical and
contemporary developments in Asia and
the rest of the world. The major trains
students in techniques of source criticism
and document analysis, instructs them
in the marshalling of evidence for the
development of analysis and argument,
develops their skills in narrative analysis
and in applying social science theory
to past societies that differ greatly from
the western context in which most such
theories were developed. The major
assists them to analyse the social and
cultural uses to which history writing and
historical memory are put and develops an
understanding of the historical traditions of
Asian societies.
Asia-Pacific Security Studies
Major/minor
Major/minor
The Security Minor/Major provides
specialist training in the diverse, traditional
and non-traditional security challenges
facing the Asia-Pacific region, and the
implications for Australias security and
defence policy. The course is intended for
students wishing to pursue a career in a
relevant government [Defence, Foreign
Affairs and Trade, Immigration etc.] or
private sector related to security affairs, or
wishing to undertake graduate work in the
fields of strategic and/ or security studies.
Asian Art History

Major/minor
The Asian Art History major draws upon
expertise from across ANU, including the
School of Art and the ANU College of Asia
and the Pacific, and explores traditional
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Asian Studies
With Asias influence on Australia and
the world ever increasing, you will be a
graduate of the Asian Century no matter
what you study. By including an Asian
Studies major in your degree you can
graduate into this new global environment
with a strong grounding in Asian studies,
capitalising on the career opportunities this
century brings. An Asian Studies major will
equip you with knowledge of the regions
history, culture, and politics. It will also give
you an understanding of Asias place in
the world. Asian studies welcomes a wide
variety of approaches, research methods
and objects of study, and it also critically
examines the underlying assumptions,
implicit values, and often unintended
consequences of the use of different
disciplinary approaches.
Australian Indigenous Studies

Major/minor
The major in Australian Indigenous
Studies enables students with an interest
in Australian Indigenous Studies to take
a set of interrelated courses in different
disciplines without the normal prerequisite
required in each course. The major is
interdisciplinary, in which it is possible
to combine courses from anthropology,
archaeology, art, history, linguistics, music,
public policy, and gender studies for a
broadly based understanding of Australian
Indigenous societies and cultures, both
past and present.
Taken together, the courses provide a
comprehensive insight into Australian
Indigenous Studies including Indigenous
epistemologies; Indigenous occupation
and adaption on the Australian continent;
Indigenous socio-cultural, ceremonial,
artistic and linguistic practices past and
present; impacts of European colonisation;
histories of relationships between
Indigenous and other Australians; the
situation of Indigenous peoples in Australia
today; and related issues of representation.
Australian Politics
Minor
Political Science is the study of human
relationships that involve power, rule, or
authority. It is about how societies govern
themselves and how societies ought to be
governed. It is about the political behaviour
of individuals and groups that occurs in
all societies. It is about those who have
political power in society and those who
do not. This specialized minor will consider
these issues in the context of Australia
and provide students with the opportunity
to examine in more detail the nature of
Australian Politics. Upon completion of a
Bachelor Degree with a minor in Australian
Politics, graduates will be able to:
B
Biochemistry
Major
Biochemistry is a scientific discipline
that combines biological and chemical
concepts and methods. It is focused on
the understanding of molecules that are
relevant to biological processes. These
can be small molecules that form part of
metabolic pathways, chemical compounds

that bind to biological molecules and
macromolecules such as DNA, RNA and
proteins. Biochemistry as a discipline
investigates the structure and function of
these molecules either in isolation or in
a cellular context. Biochemists generate
and modify molecules to understand
their function and design molecules with
novel properties.
Biodiversity Conservation and

Management
Minor
This minor equips students to meet the
challenges associated with biodiversity
conservation and management and
conservation biology. Relevant courses
address elements from theoretical
to practical, and from qualitative to
quantitative, and emphasise field-based
learning and solving topical environmental
problems with a focus on biodiversity.
Major/minor
Biological anthropology is the branch
of anthropology that focuses on the
evolutionary and biological aspects of
humankind: Homo sapiens as an evolved
specieshuman populations as varied and
dynamically changing sets of biological
individuals, adaptable but also vulnerable
to ever-changing circumstances. It is also
concerned with the non-human primates,
and with current debates on the biological
bases of human social behaviour. The
subject thus encompasses what used
to be called physical anthropology, as
well as primatology, palaeoanthropology
and human population biology, including
human genetics and the study of human
health, nutrition, growth, demography
and ecological adaptation, viewed
comparatively and synthetically.
The pass degree courses are planned, not
to provide specialised professional training,
but to present students with an overall
understanding of biological anthropology
and its main sub-fields. Honours courses
offer more specialist training and examine
in more depth the disciplines theoretical
basis. Students considering the possibility
of entering careers as professional
biological anthropologists should plan their
courses with a view to taking the degree
with Honours. Specific preparation for
honours work begins in third year.
Biological Neuropsychology
Minor
This minor will provide an understanding
of behavioural systems, neuroscience, and
brain mechanisms underlying behaviour.
This will occur within the context of basic
and advanced cognitive and perceptual
processes and will cover a wide variety
of advanced topics in neuroscience. An
important aspect of this minor is to expose
students to relevant and applied research
being conducted by ANU researchers.
Laboratory classes will cover microscopic
and macroscopic anatomy of the nervous
system, investigations of higher order
processing, experimental approaches
to brain and behaviour, and problembased learning.
Biology
Major/minor
Biology includes a wide range of related
disciplines that encompass the study of
life from the molecular level, through cells,
tissues and organisms, to populations and
ecosystems. Biology is not only of intrinsic
interest but has applications in areas from
health and medicine to the management of
agriculture and biodiversity.
Biology is the fascinating study of life. It is
a rapidly changing field with the discovery
of exciting new technologies that change
the way we think about the world and all
life that exists within it. A biologist of the
future will need to be able to apply the
knowledge they learn to new technologies
and issues they come across; this Major
contains compulsory courses that will
develop these skills. The first year courses
establish fundamental knowledge about
many of the areas of biology, including
evolution, ecology, genetics, molecular
biology, biochemistry in bacteria, plants
and animals. Later year courses extend
this knowledge into specialised areas of
biology of your choice and develop an
understanding of how we do biology and
how it impacts on society and the world.
Biomedical Systems
Major/minor
Biomedical engineering is an
interdisciplinary field that merges biological
research with various fields of materials
engineering, imaging and sensing, and
nanotechnology. The application of
advanced materials, nanotechnology
and imaging and sensing techniques

provides new tools for modern engineers
to alter and measure functional properties
of biological cells with unprecedented
precision. This major has a particular
emphasis on the emerging field of bionanotechnology, which can be exploited to
create new materials for advanced medical
outcomes, i.e. developing new cures for
disease and to regenerate diseased or
damaged tissue. The field also applies to
imaging sensors for medical and security
applications, hybrid bio-electronic devices
and even nano-machines.
Business and Economics

Essentials
Minor
The minor in Business and Economics
Essentials provides students with
foundational level knowledge in the
fundamental areas of business.
The minor will not be listed on transcripts
for students completing the Bachelor
of Commerce, Bachelor of Finance or
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies.

Major/minor
The major in Business Information
Systems is concerned with the study of
business information and its production,
flows and usage within organisations.
It encompasses both manual activities
and those involving computing and
telecommunications. The goal of the
major in Business Information Systems
is to develop skills and competencies in
students that will enable them to embark
upon a professional career in the ICT,
information systems and associated
industries. Specifically students develop
skills in the design, specification and
implementation of information systems
in addition to understanding the financial
and other resources required to assist
organisations to effectively utilise
information systems and technologies.
This major is not available to students to
count towards the Bachelor of Commerce
component of the combined Bachelor
of Commerce/Bachelor of Information
Technology and Bachelor of Commerce/
Bachelor of Software Engineering
degree programs.
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Business Law and Professional

Ethics
Ceramics Design Arts
Chinese Language
Major
Major/minor
Minor
This major is only available to students

undertaking the Bachelor of Design Arts
degree program.
This major aims at developing students

ability in speaking, listening, reading
and writing Modern Standard Chinese
(Mandarin). Mandarin is the official
language of China and one of the worlds
major languages. As Australias future is
increasingly tied to the rise of China as a
world power, the importance of Mandarin
will continue to grow. Knowledge of
Mandarin not only provides a means
of understanding Chinese society and
culture but it is also a skill valued in
a wide range of professions, both in
Australia and internationally. This major
is also designed for heritage students
of Chinese (background learners). For
heritage learners, relevant language
courses recognized in the major include
advanced-level translation and readings
courses (in Mandarin); Cantonese; and
Classical Chinese.
The minor in Business Law and

Professional Ethics involves studies in law
and ethics that complement studies of a
suite of business disciplines, including the
Accounting field.
C
Capital Markets
Major
The major in Capital Markets is concerned
with applying the basic concepts
introduced in the core finance course
(FINM1001 Foundations of Finance) to
study the financial decisions facing the
firm; investment decisions and portfolio
management; derivatives and risk
management; portfolio construction;
corporate valuation; and debt markets.
The aim of the major in Capital Markets
upon a professional career in the fields
of corporate financial management,
financial consulting and planning, funds
management, investment banking
and stockbroking.
Ceramics
Major
undertaking the Bachelor of Visual Arts.
Study in the internationally renowned
Ceramics Workshop offers a wide range
of experiences from the sculptural to the
functional, from the technical (through
the unique Glaze/ Clay/ Kilns course) to
the expressive. Students engage with
the wider community and environment
in a variety of ways (undertaking field
studies and attending Workshop camps,
meeting with a rich community of
visiting ceramicists, and visiting gallery
exhibitions to hear floor talks from the
artists themselves). Students study
processes, introducing the potential
of various clay forming and decorating
methods, surfacing, exploring the
possibilities for surface enrichment, and
the space between, explorations in scale,
installation/ fieldwork, time based or web
based experiments.
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The Ceramics Design Major equips

students with skills required for a career
as a designer maker. The Major provides
a strong focus on developing skills and
knowledge relating to the materials and
processes of the discipline, in relation to
the historical and contemporary contexts
of the area. Design Arts students will
be introduced to current manufacturing
options and will learn how technology
can assist in the conceptualisation,
visualisation, making and promotion
processes. Students will respond to design
based projects, investigate a wide range
of materials and have the opportunity
to manufacture multiples and interact
with industry. The major is enriched by
a program of visiting artists, allowing
students to establish contact with leading
professional designer/makers and visit
design-related events.
Chemistry
Major/minor
A basic understanding of chemistry is
critically important for anyone planning a
career in science, medicine or engineering.
Chemistry impacts on all of our lives
from the safe handling of common
household chemicals to understanding
the chemical effects of compounds on
our health from dietary intake including
foodstuffs and medicines, the air we
breathe, the fuels we burn, the chemicals
we manufacture and use, and their
environmental consequences.
The major in Chemistry will provide
students with a depth and breadth of
understanding of chemical knowledge
that is essential for anyone contemplating
further study in chemistry or a career in
the chemical or pharmaceutical industries.
In combination with a major in Biology
it forms an ideal background for further
study in biological or medicinal research.
The highly transferable lab-based skills
in the manipulation of glassware, the
safe handling and use of chemicals,
the application of techniques and
instrumentation, and experimental process
will stand students in excellent stead in a
variety of disciplinary contexts.
Students in this major are encouraged to

spend time studying at a tertiary institution
in the PRC or ROC through a year of
study in the flagship Year in Asia program.
Competitive scholarships are available to
qualified students.
A student may not take a course if that
course is a prerequisite for another course
which they have already passed.
Students with prior knowledge of the
language will be required to take a
placement test and may be exempted from
the compulsory course.
Chinese Studies
Major/minor
Chinese Studies at the ANU is both
broad and deep, covering linguistics,
literature (traditional and modern), history,
philosophy and religion, gender and
cultural studies, politics, economics,
sociology and ethnic issues, the
Chinese diaspora, environmental and
archaeological studies, human rights, film
and art history, calligraphy and aesthetics,
and a designated series of courses on
Taiwan. Across the board, links between
the old and the new are emphasized. A
Chinese Studies major provides students
with a solid foundation upon which to
develop both general and specialist
interests in Chinese culture, history, society
and thought.
The Chinese studies major is designed

to complement the Chinese language
major, though knowledge of the Chinese
language is not required for courses in the
Chinese studies major.
Classical Chinese
Minor
This minor will equip students with
a command of Classical Chinese
indispensable for the study of Chinese
literature, through, history, political and
social institutions. Classical or literary
Chinese is a written language that matured
long before the Qin dynasty (221-206
B.C.E.) when China first became an
empire. Many of the great legacies of
Chinese culture right down to the twentieth
century were written in this medium. It was
also used widely in pre-modern Korea,
Japan and Vietnam. It is only through the
medium of Classical Chinese that Chinas
history and cultural traditions are made
accessible. Moreover, many idioms, set
phrases, allusions and sentence patterns
in modern Chinese are inherited from
classical Chinese. Indeed, even today,
without some grounding in classical
Chinese it is impossible to read the
headlines in many Taiwanese and Hong
Kong newspapers.
placement test.
Climate Science and Policy

Minor
Climate change is recognised as one of
the critical challenges to the sustainability
of human society and the environment,
in Australia and globally. Expertise in
the science and policy areas relevant
to understanding climate change and
its impacts, and to managing natural
resources and both human and natural
environments under global warming, is
in demand in the private sector, at all
levels of Australian government, and
in research organisations. This minor
combines a strong understanding of
climate science with relevant knowledge
in environmental policy, economics
and governance, a combination that is
essential to tackling the critical challenges
in areas such as climate vulnerability and
adaptation, water resource management

and natural resource management under
climate change.
Cognitive Psychology
Minor
The aim of this major is to provide
students with a practical and conceptual
understanding of visual perception
and cognition. Including an historical
review of different theoretical and
practical approaches to perception
and thinking, biological substrates of
such processes, and understanding of
neuroscience and neuropsychology,
philosophical aspects of human cognition.
Laboratory classes will highlight specific
processing strategies by the brain and
visual system, and demonstrate various
psychophysical techniques.
Comparative Politics
Minor
relationships that involve power, rule or
all societies. This minor in Comparative
Politics studies and compares political
norms, institutions, behaviour and the
regulation of economic activity in a range
of different countries and regions.
Computational Foundations
Major
Every application area of computing is
underpinned by the theoretical foundations
of computation and information. This
major will introduce you to these key
foundations. You will look at issues
like: efficient algorithms for solving a
variety of computational problems;
logic for representing knowledge; the
fundamental properties of information and
communication upon which the internet
and other communications systems
depend; and modern cryptosystems used
widely in electronic commerce that rely on
increasingly sophisticated number theory.
challenges of the emergence of ubiquitous

computing, from the small scale of
embedded systems to the large scale of
distributed supercomputing. Building on a
basis of the principles of concurrent and
distributed systems, this major has the
central elements of computer systems,
networking and digital systems.
Computer Science
Major/minor
Computer Science is the study of
information and computation: of
algorithms, data and computing systems
which accept, store, transform and present
data in ways that contribute to knowledge
and the well-being of society.
The computer science major teaches
the basic principles and theory used
in developing computational solutions
to problems including a study of data
structures, algorithms, and programming
languages and their use in translating
solutions into software systems.
Example applications include the worldwide web, databases, user-interfaces,
networks, high-performance computing,
computer control and real-time systems.
Software Engineering electives teach
techniques and skills for the analysis,
design, implementation and project
management for the development
and maintenance of high-quality
software systems.
The computer science program aims to
develop skilled computer scientists with
the technical background, interpersonal
and communications skills, knowledge,
and adaptability to contribute to the
development of well-designed, robust,
computer-based solutions to a range of
problems in business and industry.
Contemporary Europe
Major/minor
Major
After centuries of conflict, Europe has

recently regained a unity not seen since
the Roman Empire with the European
Union being the most advanced form of
supranational government on the planet.
Although Europe no longer dominates
the globe through its extensive empires,
Europes global impact lives on in
philosophical ideas, literary traditions and
practices of government.
Computers have become an integral

part of our lives and pervade all aspects
of society, that is, they are ubiquitous.
This major prepares you to address the
The Contemporary Europe major will

allow you to integrate diverse interests
under one field of enquiry. Studying
Contemporary Europe is a perfect way to
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combine international relations, politics,

history, sociology, philosophy, literature
and cultural studies, as well as being an
ideal accompaniment to those learning
European languages.
Continental Philosophy
improvisation, and digital recording and

sound. Students have the opportunity to
undertake research projects to deepen
their understanding of specific issues,
and performance projects to apply their
learnings in practice.
Minor
Crime and Deviance
This minor offers a gateway into recent

Continental philosophyand thus into
work which has been important in its
own right, but also highly influential on
theoretical work in the humanities and
some areas of the social sciences.
Minor
Corporate Finance and Investment

Management
Major
The major in Capital Markets is concerned
with applying the basic concepts
introduced in the core finance course
(FINM1001 Foundations of Finance) to
study the financial decision facing the
firm; investment decisions and portfolio
management; portfolio construction;
corporate valuation; and debt markets.
The aim of the major in Capital Markets
upon a professional career in the fields
of corporate financial management,
and stockbroking.
Major/minor
The major in Corporate Sustainability
examines the increasing constraints
placed on business by both the natural
environment and society, and how
corporations may create long-term value
through innovative responses to these
constraints. It is truly multidisciplinary,
drawing together insights from
management, marketing, accounting,
economics, environmental science, law,
politics, and philosophy.
Creative Musicianship
Courses within this minor focus on

the sociological analysis of issues in
contemporary society concerned with
the making, breaking and enforcement of
laws, as well as those social behaviours
considered deviant, even when these
are not illegal. Particular attention is
paid to those processes that lead to
individuals and groups being labelled
as deviant and subjected to increased
rates of surveillance, policing and/
or incarceration. Drawing on relevant
theoretical perspectives from sociology
and criminology, courses will explore
the relationships between power,
representations of crime and deviance,
inequality, and exposure to criminal
justice interventions.
Criminology
Major/minor
Courses in this major focus on crime,
deviancy, policing and punishment.
Completing this major will equip students
with an understanding of the key issues
relating to the criminological study
of criminality, disorder, deviancy and
social control. Particular attention is
paid to the socio-cultural and politicaleconomic processes influencing which
individuals and social groups acquire a
deviant label and how such an identity
impacts upon the subject. Drawing on
theoretical perspectives from sociology
and criminology, courses will explore
the interconnections between powers,
organisational and cultural representations
of crime, social inequalities, and exposure
to criminal justice interventions. They will
also consider the emerging social and
political implications associated with
these relations.
Major/Minor
Cultural Studies
All students in the Bachelor of Music

(BMus) degree take four compulsory
courses in the basic language of music:
theory and analysis, aural, improvisation
and composition. Students who wish
to make a focus of these areas can
take advanced courses in composition,
Minor
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Cultural Studies teaches students the

interdisciplinary knowledge and skills
required to analyse cultural practices,
forms and products from a range of local,
national and global sites. It trains students
to use a conceptual vocabulary that
facilitates critical thinking about the role of

cultural practices, policy, consumption and
regulation in maintaining social norms. It
challenges students to become critical and
self-reflexive participants in culture, and
to understand how cultural practices and
products shape identities, meanings and
lives at local, regional and global levels.
The minor in Culture Studies aims to
develop students capacity for thinking
and communicating creatively and
independently about society, identity and
culture. It encourages a reflexive and
questioning approach to knowledge. It
draws on trans-disciplinary theoretical
and methodological frameworks such
as semiotics, discourse theory, poststructuralism, gender theory and
queer theory.
Curatorship
Minor
This minor is available only to students
undertaking the Bachelor of Art History
and Curatorship degree program.
In this minor addresses both the academic
and practical aspects of the public display
of art and collecting. Students will explore
the history, politics and theory of the
public display of art, in both short-term
exhibitions and permanent collections, and
the role of art curators in modern galleries.
D
Demography
Minor
The minor in Demography provides a
unique specialisation for social sciences
and other degree programs at ANU.
The establishment of this new minor
responds particularly to the need for better
understanding of population change for
social policymaking at the local, national
and international levels. Future cohorts
of population analysts trained at the
undergraduate level will not only improve
the capacity for population policy research
but also provide better trained specialists
for the health and social care professions,
market research, local and national
government departments, international
organisations and the many other agencies
that require a sound social analytical basis
for decision-making. What is exciting
about establishing this new programme
is that students will learn about the ways
populations change. They will learn how
to study and analyse those changes and

take those skills and knowledge with
them as graduates into businesses and
organisations desperate for their inputs
and energies in an ever more competitive
international workplace.
This minor also facilitates interdisciplinary
learning which is critical for understanding
complex problems. It provides an avenue
for further collaboration and exchange of
knowledge between academic disciplines
at ANU, including for example, sociology,
political science and international
relations, history, indigenous studies,
anthropology, economics, geography and
environmental sciences.
Design*
Minor
This minor recognises essential skills
applicable to the professional practice
as a designer-maker and is designed
to complement the relevant design arts
majors. Safe work practices are essential
to and will be introduced in all parts of
this Design minor. The 1000-level courses
introduce students to relevant conventions
of visual communication using precise
drawing and model making techniques
with the aim to develop accuracy and
constructive imagination. Students will be
introduced to a wide variety of computer
applications in the context of professional
design and art practices, including image
manipulation, graphic and 3D modelling
as well as website creation. The CAD
pathway is focused on developing
an understanding of Computer Aided
Design and high level visual simulation of
creative projects to enable students to
communicate an idea or concept through
computer modelling and if appropriate to
produce/make a prototype. Students will
explore web-based manufacturing with
the option to link digital with traditional
making processes. The pathway in web
design explores the potential of the
Web for promotions, presentation and
documentation of creative output and
its promises to engage in collaborative
projects. Highly geared for the designermaker, students prepare their web2 based
set-up in support of their professional
practice. Students will develop strategies
and designs to articulate an individual style
in support of their online profile.
* This minor is only available to students
degree program.
Development Studies
Major/minor
Development Studies refers to a
broad range of courses that address
the planning, implementation and
consequences of social, political and
economic change among peoples of the
Third and Fourth Worlds.
Development as an aspect of state
policy, and specifically as an integral
part of relations between states of the
wealthy West or North (First World)
and states of the South (Third World),
gained prominence after the Second
World War with the establishment of the
IMF/World Bank and other development
banks and aid agencies, such as
USAID and the Australian Development
Assistance Bureau. Since then agency
and government officials, practitioners and
intellectuals have debated the rights and
wrongs of development and the merits of
particular approaches to development.
These have crystallised in various theories
or approaches to development, such as
the modernisation theories, world system
theories, or the more recent emphasis on
empowerment or popular participation.
Development Studies examines the
impact of globalisation on states
and peoples of the South, and
reviews notions of economic viability,
democracy, governance, human rights
or environmental sustainability as they
apply to such culturally divergent entities.
In the last two decades there has been
an explosion in the numbers of nongovernment organisations (NGOs)
or voluntary organisations (VOs) also
concentrating on development.
about their Majors.
Developmental Psychology
Minor
Will focus on human development
through childhood, adolescence and
ageing, highlighting the concept of human
development and ageing as a variable
life-long process. All key areas, such
as cognition, language, emotion, social
and motor skills will be discussed. The
biological foundations of psychological

development and the psychoanalystical,
behavioural and cognitive theories
which provide the basis of modern
developmental psychology provide an
underlying integrative thread. The effects
of work and retirement, and health-care
provision on promoting healthy ageing will
be addressed within the context of the
processes of human health and disease
the laboratory program will provide
students with more in depth information
about specific aspects of human
development, and how developmental
theories, methods and research findings
are inherently linked to provide and
empirical basis for the discipline.
Digital Humanities
Minor
Digital Humanities is an interdisciplinary
field of study located at the intersection of
humanities scholarship and computational
technologies. Its key purpose is to
investigate how digital methodologies
can be used to enhance and transform
research in the Arts and Social Sciences.
It also employs traditional humanistic skills
to analyse modern digital artefacts and to
scrutinise contemporary digital culture.
This minor will help students develop a
broad understanding of the historical,
cultural, and social aspects of current
digital humanities research. It thus
addresses the growing demand for
graduates well-versed in a combination
of humanistic and digital skills and
able to work in a variety of professional
environments, from cultural and memory
institutions, to the emerging job markets
of information management and online
content delivery.
E
Earth and Marine Sciences
Minor
Earth Science is an all-embracing term
for the science related to the study of
our planet and brings together aspects
of chemistry, physics, mathematics and
biology to understand the processes that
shape it. Earth and Marine Sciences are
central to many pressing issues of our time
such as the supply of resources including
energy and water, climate change and
natural hazards.
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The minor in Earth and Marine

Sciences provides an overview on the
multidisciplinary approach to understand
the complex Earth systems. The evolution
through time of rocks, the oceans and the
atmosphere and how this made life on
Earth possible are discussed.
The minor addresses the fundamental
mechanisms driving global plate tectonics
and how this is manifested in earthquakes,
mountain belts and volcanos. An
increasingly important aspect of Earth
Science is the understanding of past and
present climate systems through integrated
studies of the interactions between
the lithosphere, oceans, atmosphere
and biosphere.
Studying the Earth involves getting
out and test hypotheses and many
opportunities arise in the minor for field
studies. A minor in Earth and Marine
Sciences can complement a major in
any Science discipline and will broaden
the skills and knowledge in dealing with
complex systems.
Earth Science
Major
Understanding how our planet works
has been a human ambition for
many centuries. Earth Science deals
with complex systems and brings
together aspects of chemistry, physics,
mathematics and biology to understand
the processes that shape our planet. Earth
Science is central to many pressing issues
of our time such as the supply of resources
including energy and water, climate change
and natural hazards.
The major in Earth Science will examine
the origin of Earth from its beginning as
one of several planets orbiting the sun
to the evolution through time of rocks,
the oceans and the atmosphere and
how this made life on Earth possible.
In the past 50 years, we have come to
appreciate the global mobility of plates
encapsulated in the paradigm of plate
tectonics. Interactions between plates
generate earthquakes, mountain belts and
volcanos. In addition to understanding
the fundamental mechanisms driving
these global forces, Earth Scientists are
engaged in understanding the origins
of global resources. An increasingly
important aspect of Earth Science is the
understanding of past and present climate
systems through integrated studies of
the interactions between the lithosphere,
oceans, atmosphere and biosphere.
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Studying the Earth involves testing

hypotheses and many opportunities arise
in the major for field studies. A major in
Earth Sciences opens up possibilities
for work in the mining and minerals
industries, government agencies and
science education. It serves as a pathway
to higher degree research at Australian or
overseas universities.
Electronic & Communication

Systems
Major
This major brings together the
fundamentals of electronics, from
analogue and digital electronics to
complete electronic systems that
underpin all modern communications
systems. Electronic and communications
technologies are critical for a wide range of
applications such as the internet, mobile
phones and smart sensors. This major
is aligned with research in applied signal
processing, mobile ad hoc networks and
high performance computing for medical
image analysis.
Econometrics
Minor
Students who complete this minor
will have core analytical training in
econometrics. It provides a foundation
for students wishing to specialise in
applied economics.
Economic History
Minor
Students who complete this minor will
have a better appreciation of current
economic thinking. It provides evidence of
the economic effects of major policy and
other reforms to establish a foundation for
assessing the responses to current events.
Economic Studies
Major/minor
The major in Economic Studies introduces
students to the core concepts and
techniques used in economic analysis with
applications to a wide variety of issues
including: economic development, public
policy, macroeconomic forecasting, the
design of financial contracts and industrial
strategy. It is an exciting and broadranging major which offers insight into the
ways that individuals make decisions and
interact, the ways that businesses are
structured and compete, and the role of
government in economic activity.
The aim of the major in Economic Studies

is to develop the knowledge and skills of
students to enable them to embark upon
a professional career in areas such as
economics, financial markets, government
policy, investment banking, consulting and
business administration.
English Language
Major/minor
The English major at the ANU offers
a wide range of courses reflecting the
diversity of the discipline of literary studies
in English. There are courses in all the
main fields of post-medieval British literary
studies from the late sixteenth century
to the present day, including the Early
Modern, Restoration and EighteenthCentury, Romantic and Victorian, Modern
and Contemporary periods. There are
courses in Australian, US, postcolonial
and transnational literatures in English; in
literary and cultural theory; in drama, film,
new media, and creative writing. English
1000 level-courses introduce students
to major genres and modes of writing
and to literary-critical practice. English
2000/3000 level courses enable students
to broaden and develop their knowledge
and enjoyment of literature in a variety of
important specialist fields.
Environmental and Landscape

Sciences
Major
The long term survival of humanity
relies on sustainable management of
our natural environment, including its
landscapes; and sustainable management
is dependent upon our having a strong
scientific understanding of the fundamental
processes that interact to shape the
complex environmental system.
The major in Environmental and Landscape
Sciences develops that understanding
by providing an integration of scientific
knowledge and practice in environmental
and landscape sciences. It focuses on how
key areas of environmental science relate
to and are underpinned by landscape
processes. Only by understanding these
key landscape processes can successful
environmental outcomes be achieved.
The major includes a focus on current
understandings of the science of the
environment and landscape processes,
and a range of response strategies for
their sustainable management. Students
develop their ability to evaluate recent
and current advances in environmental
and landscape sciences, and in policy

and management approaches; and to
integrate a range of discipline-based
knowledge relevant to specific regions or
issues in sustainable environmental and
landscape management.
Environmental Policy
Minor
Policy expertise is scarce in the rapidly
expanding areas of natural resource
management, urban environmental
management, and sustainable
development. There are significant
career opportunities in all three levels of
Australian government, as well as in the
expanding regional organisations, and in
the private sector. In particular, graduates
with substantial policy skills matched with
a sound background in areas such as
climate science, water science, landscape
ecology and similar areas are highly sought
after, in Australia and internationally.
The minor in Environmental Policy offers
foundational knowledge in public policy,
placed firmly within the context of some
of the big challenges in areas such as
climate impacts and adaptation, landscape
management and water resource
management, Details of environmental
policy positions that many former ANU
students are now working in are at: http://
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Different coherent approaches and areas

of focus are achieved by grouping these
courses to meet students particular
interests, ranging from a concentration on
those natural resources that provide the
essential economic foundations for society
through to the study of more general
aspects of the environment affecting
quality of life. A common theme is the
interactivity between humans and their
environment at the individual and societal
levels, as well as global, regional and local
scale change processes. The major in
Environmental Studies provides students
with the multidisciplinary perspectives,
skills and knowledge to engage
meaningfully with the complex problems
facing societies and the environment in the
21st century.
European History
Major/minor
Europe is a continent steeped in history
and Europes past continues to shape its
present. Students enrolling in the Major in
European History will have the opportunity
to study modern and contemporary
history with an emphasis on Europes
intellectual and material impact on the
wider world. This major gives students
an opportunity to understand events,
individuals and processes which have
shaped contemporary Europe and much of
the modern world.
Evolution and Ecology
Major/minor
Minor
The major in Environmental Studies equips

students with a broad understanding
of (I) the complex and often conflicting,
interrelationships between human
societies and their environment; and (ii)
the solutions, or sets of solutions that are
available to address our most intractable
environmental problems. Reflecting
the complexity of human-environment
relationships, the major in Environmental
Studies offers a range of possible study
areas, from natural ecological and earth
system processes; through environmental
management, resource use and policy,
to cultural ecology and the history of
environmental change, perception
and philosophy.
This minor provides students with a

solid understanding of the fundamental
concepts in evolutionary and ecological
studies, as they apply to both the plant
and animal kingdoms. The courses offered
give students the opportunity to extend
their knowledge in the areas of behavioural
ecology, marine ecology, zoology, the
biological impacts of climate change, and
to grapple with the controversial issues
in evolutionary biology. A solid grounding
in the areas of evolution and ecology
are essential for students intending to
pursue higher degrees in these areas. In
addition, students who have an interest
in field based careers (rangers, ecological
surveyors and consultants, field research)
or in wildlife management (conservation
and environmental policy, sustainable
resource management) require the
understanding of field research techniques
and ecological and evolutionary theory on
which these professions are based.
The breadth of disciplinary coverage

means that the courses relevant to this
major are taught across several ANU
Colleges, including Arts and Social
Sciences, Business and Economics, Law,
and Medicine, Biology and Environment.
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Film
Minor
Film in all its genres and formats, from
celluloid to the new media worlds of digital
FX, continues to be a leading art form
and a major means of communication
of our time. The Film and New Media
minor is designed to provide students
with an in-depth knowledge of film culture
by addressing questions such as: how
do we read films within the new digital
environment? What expectations do we
bring to films that belong to a particular
genre? What do we really mean when we
talk about a documentary film? What
characterizes different national cinemas?
How do films reflect their political and
social contexts? And how is cinema
evolving and conditioningand being
conditioned bythe new interactive screen
spaces of digital media? These and other
questions are among the many youll
explore in doing Film Studies at the ANU.
Finance
Major/minor
The major in Finance introduces students
to the basic concepts underpinning
finance, applying them to the study
of financial instruments and markets;
the financial decisions facing the firm;
investment decisions and portfolio
management. In addition, depending upon
the electives chosen students will study
portfolio construction; corporate valuation;
and debt markets. The aim of the
major in Finance is to develop skills and
competencies in students that will enable
them to embark upon a professional career
in the fields of financial management,
and stockbroking.
Forensic Anthropology
Minor
Forensic anthropology is rapidly developing
a high profile both internationally and
domestically. Much of this interest
has been catalysed by way of media
coverage of investigations into crimes
against humanity and unsolved murders.
Australians have been involved in such
work recently with respect to East Timor
and the Solomon Islands in particular.
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Forensic anthropology, as a discipline,

is primarily concerned with developing
and applying a range of anthropological
and archaeological skills to questions of
medico-legal importance. Traditionally
the subject is broken down into three
main sub-fields: (1) forensic osteology;
(2) forensic archaeology; and (3) forensic
taphonomy. Forensic osteology uses
methods and procedures developed
in physical anthropology and focuses
on human identification by way of the
analysis of physical remains (skeletal
and dental material in general). Forensic
archaeology is concerned with managing
and often excavating crime scenes that
contain human remains (including mass
graves in war-crimes situations). Forensic
taphonomy is the examination and
analysis of the various biological (e.g.,
decomposition), environmental (climate,
soil acidity, temperature etc.), and cultural
(e.g., evidence for trauma) changes that
can impact on human remains both at the
time of death and after death.
This minor will give students the
opportunity to complement studies in
various disciplines with a grounding in
and appreciation of the realities and
practicalities of anthropological and
archaeological articulations with medicolegal issues in the forensic arena both
internationally and domestically.
Forest Science and Policy

Minor
The minor in Forest Science and Policy
offers students a focus on aspects of
forest science and policy fundamental
to the conservation and sustainable
management of forests. Courses in
the minor emphasise field-based and
experiential learning, and practical
approaches to addressing forest science,
management and policy challenges.
French Language and Culture

Major/minor
ability to understand, pronounce and
speak standard French and to read and
write French as it appears in newspapers,
magazines, media, cinema and literature.
All courses, right from the introductory
level, emphasise the importance of culture,
history, politics and society. The aim is
to have students gain fluency in French
together with a background knowledge
of France, both in its European and
overseas context, particularly the Pacific.
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What can I study?
To this end, we use a variety of material

drawn from written, audio-visual and
electronic sources.
We encourage students to study for part
of their degree at a French-speaking
university, once they are proficient
enough. Honours students normally
spend a semester abroad. We have
exchange agreements with several
French universities, including in the Pacific
(Noumea, Tahiti), with Canada: (McGill
University, Montreal; the bilingual University
of Ottawa) and with Switzerland (University
of Geneva). Scholarships are available on a
competitive basis.
Students beginning this major at
introductory level follow a different pathway
to complete the major.
Language level placement tests are held
prior to commencement.
Furniture
Major
The Furniture major provides
comprehensive skills-oriented courses
of study intended primarily for students
who ultimately wish to work as furniture
designers/makers. The fundamental basis
of the workshop is to train its students
to think, explore and work with forms
in wood, plastics and metals with an
emphasis on professional practice. A
Visiting Artist program establishes contact
with professionals and focuses on clients,
design, making, and such outcomes as
exhibiting and marketing.
Furniture Design Arts

Major
degree program.
The Furniture Design Major equips

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Gender and Sexuality
Minor
Gender and Sexuality Studies teaches
students the interdisciplinary knowledge
and skills required to analyse gender,
sexuality and other categories of
difference from a critical perspective. It
trains students in the use of a conceptual
vocabulary that facilitates critical thinking
about gender relations and the role of
culture in maintaining social norms. It
challenges students to move beyond
common sense understandings of
gender and sexuality by examining the
way they are constructed in different
historical periods, cultural arenas and
global processes.
Gender and Sexuality minor aims
to develop students capacity for
thinking and communicating creatively
and independently about society,
identity and culture. It encourages a
reflexive and questioning approach to
knowledge. It draws on the disciplines
of Gender Studies, and theoretical and
methodological frameworks such as
feminist theory, queer theory, postcolonial
theory and post-structuralism.
Gender, Sexuality and Culture

Major
Gender, Sexuality and Culture teaches
students the interdisciplinary knowledge
and skills required to analyse gender,
sexuality and other categories of
difference from a critical perspective. It
trains students in the use of a conceptual
vocabulary that facilitates critical thinking
about gender relations and the role of
culture in maintaining social norms. It
challenges students to move beyond
common sense understandings of
gender and sexuality by examining the
way they are constructed in different
historical periods, cultural arenas and
global processes.
Gender, Sexuality and Culture major
aims to develop students capacity for
thinking and communicating creatively
and independently about society, identity

and culture. It encourages a reflexive and
questioning approach to knowledge. It
draws on the disciplines of Gender Studies
and Cultural Studies, and theoretical
and methodological frameworks such as
feminist theory, queer theory, postcolonial
theory and post-structuralism.
Genetics
Minor
Description
Genetics is the science of heredity,

including: the structure, expression and
regulation of genes, the genetic basis of
traits, and the interaction between genes
and the environment at the population
and species level which underpin the
evolutionary process. The growing
availability of completely sequenced
genomes, computational analysis and
molecular analytic tools has revolutionised
genetics, leading to discoveries in areas
as diverse as medicine, agriculture,
conservation biology and biotechnology.
The genetics minor will provide you with a
sound basis in the principles of genetics
at all levels from molecular to cellular
to organismal to populations. You will
also learn about the tools of genetics,
both experimental and statistical, and
how to apply these to different genetic
problems, from the level of cellular
function through to the reconstruction of
evolutionary patterns. The minor includes
an opportunity to specialise in human,
molecular or population genetics. The
genetics minor will place students in
an excellent position to pursue higher
studies in medical, ecological and
evolutionary biology. Familiarity with
genetic principles and techniques is
also an asset in careers as diverse as
Law, Medical Science, Agriculture and
Environmental Management.
Geography
Major/minor
Geography is a dynamic discipline that
is increasingly recognised as an integral
part of developing holistic approaches to
contemporary problems in society and
environment. The advent of products such
as Google Earth and the rapid uptake
of spatial technology in many facets of
day-to-day life has also put geography
on the public agenda. In essence,
geographers study Earths diversity, its
resources, and humankinds survival on
the planet. This involves analysing the
associations of things and events that

give special character to particular places;
the interconnections between different
areas; and the working of complex
systems through time. Geography is
the only academic discipline in which
an integrative perspective focusing on
spatial relationships and processes is a
fundamental concern. Geography takes
an integrative approach to environmental
problems and their solutions, including
the study of economic, cultural and
social goals and processes that
determine strategies for resource use and
ecosystem management.
German Language and Culture

Major/minor
The German Language & Culture Major is
aimed at students developing a high level
of competence in the German language
as well as a critical understanding of the
German-speaking cultures. Students can
choose from courses in German language,
linguistics, literature, society and film. The
exact sequence of courses depends on
the students language proficiency when
beginning with the major. Students are
encouraged to study abroad and take
advantage of exchange agreements
with partner universities in Germany and
Austria. Some scholarships are available.
German is the most commonly spoken
first language in the European Union, being
spoken by about 100 million people in
Germany, Austria and Switzerland. With
a rich literary and philosophical heritage,
German is a language of culture, science,
technology, trade and international
relations. This role has increased since
Germanys reunification which is reflected
in Berlin having become a centre of global
youth culture (Berlin its cool!).
Students commencing at introductory level
follow a different pathway to complete
the major.
Students are advised to check
prerequisites carefully and plan their
major accordingly.
today. Over the past twenty-five years,

the school has developed a reputation for
producing artists with impressive portfolios
and boasts an exceptionally high rate
of graduates who become practicing
professionals. This major focuses on
developing the strengths of an individuals
practice whilst providing a sound technical
foundation and also helping students
locate their work within the broader
context of the visual arts. Courses are
led through one-on-one teaching, group
presentations and seminars. A vibrant
visiting artists program provides unique
opportunities for students to work closely
with contemporary luminaries. The diversity
of training across the areas of conceptual
and technique development, material
knowledge, history and equipment use
encourages the development of a cohesive
community for a high level of exchange
and dialogue within the Glass Workshop.
Glass Design Arts

Major
degree program.
The Glass Design Major equips students
with skills required for a career as a
designer maker. The Major provides a
strong focus on developing skills and
Gold & Silversmithing Design Arts

Major
degree program.
Glass
Major
The Gold & Silversmithing Design Major

equips students with skills required
for a career as a designer maker. The
Major provides a strong focus on
The internationally recognised Glass

Workshop offers students one of the
best educational experiences in the field
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developing skills and knowledge relating

to the materials and processes of the
discipline, in relation to the historical
and contemporary contexts of the area.
Design Arts students will be introduced
to current manufacturing options and will
learn how technology can assist in the
conceptualisation, visualisation, making
and promotion processes. Students
will respond to design based projects,
investigate a wide range of materials and
have the opportunity to manufacture
multiples and interact with industry. The
major is enriched by a program of visiting
artists, allowing students to establish
contact with leading professional designer/
makers and visit design-related events.
The wider study of health and medicine

thus involves a number of disciplines,
whose perspectives can complement and
deepen the understandings derived from
scientific knowledge and training in clinical
skills that take primacy in medical training.
These include fields such as socio-cultural
anthropology, biological anthropology,
population health, the sociology of health
and illness, health psychology, the history
of medicine, philosophy and ethics, and
gender studies.
Gold and Silversmithing
This minor provides the opportunity for

students to combine later-year courses
in related disciplines to explore the
broader social contexts of health and the
development of medical knowledge and
bodily practice.
Major
Heritage and Museum Studies

Minor
The terminology Gold and Silversmithing

addresses the traditional origins for the
design and production of wearable and
utilitarian objects. The art of Gold and
Silversmithing in its ancient origins was
often the initial training for some of the
worlds most respected artists. The use of
precious material as indicated in the name
is not a limitation for the works produced
by students and staff but a historical
reference as jewellery and tableware
made from metal traditionally involving
the use of most aspects of smithing. This
major reflects the contemporary practice
and encompasses all accessible metals,
a wide range of plastics, synthetic and
natural materials, and extends beyond
the traditional use and scale of jewellery
and hollow ware to provide students with
professional skills to produce objects of
high aesthetic and technical standard for
both functional and decorative purposes.
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Health, Medicine and the Body
Minor
Understanding the nature of health,
sickness, and healing necessarily includes
exploration of the historical, social, cultural,
and economic contexts in which illness
is defined and understood. It is in these
contexts also that medical systems and
specific sets of health care practices arise
and evolve.
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The Heritage and Museum Studies minor

at ANU draws together two interrelated
areas of study- heritage and museums.
These fields of study recognise that
heritage finds expression not only in
material culture, but also in intangible
cultural events and performances,
and that heritage is intimately linked to
expressions of identity, sense of place and
the processes of remembering, forgetting
and commemoration. This program
endeavours to expand understanding
about the purposes for which heritage
and museums have been employed by
stakeholder and audience groups ranging
from local communities or agencies, to
state and national governments, and
international policy frameworks. It develops
an integrated understanding of the way
heritage is managed and exhibited with
critical explorations of the cultural and
political work that heritage does in society.
The minor will be particularly relevant to
students in archaeology, anthropology,
history, fine arts, environmental sciences
and related disciplines and who may wish
to consider a career in the heritage and
museum sectors. The minor examines
not only conceptual and theoretical issues
that have impact on heritage and museum
policy and practice, but also provides
some exposure to practical management
and curatorial issues.
Hindi Language
Major/minor
Hindi is the primary official language of
India, and as such is crucial for a student
with a passion for India and its culture
and society. India lies just over the horizon

of most Australians perceptions, but the
coming rise of this massive nation and
its concomitant importance for Australia
means that a knowledge of Hindi will
be economically invaluable in the very
near future.
Students in this major are encouraged
to spend time studying at a tertiary
institution in India through a year of study
in the flagship Year in Asia program.
qualified students.
History
Major/minor
Everything has a history. From a national
constitution to modern consumer culture,
from the rise of empires to environmental
crises, from the human species to your
family, history teaches you about the forces
that have made the world in which you live.
It helps you to understand the present by
understanding its past.
The ANU is a national leader in History
and offers a wide range of courses
covering Australia, America, Asia and
Europe. Courses trace themes such as
empire, terrorism, revolution, war, gender,
race, technology and the environment.
Some focus on philosophies that underlie
historical analysis or techniques of historical
research. History is a core discipline in the
humanities and social sciences. It gives
students knowledge and skills that are
valued in any professional context. Our
students successfully pursue careers in
journalism, management, politics, policy,
museums, diplomacy, teaching, academia
and many other fields.
Human-Centric Computing
Major
We live in an era of radical change in
the whole concept of what a computer
is. The miniaturisation of components,
the explosion of computer power, the
increasing connectivity of systems and
novel technologies such as vision and
multi-touch, have enabled everyday objects
such as mobile phones to transform
into computers of breathtaking power.
Imagining the ways in which humans

and organisations will use computers in
the future combines the fundamentals of
computer science, software engineering,
psychology and design. These elements
have been woven together in the stream of
Human-Centric Computing.
Human Ecology
Minor
The health and wellbeing of humans
depends upon the capacity of the
biosphere to provide the ecosystem
services that sustain them. It is now
clear that humans are currently using
these services at rates which cannot be
sustained. The challenge is for societies
to change so as to put themselves on
pathways towards sustainable futures.
However, initiatives designed to do this
must take into account the social and
cultural dimensions of such change.
The challenge is to couple knowledge
about biosphere processes and limits
with consideration of human values,
judgments and motivation, health,
wellbeing and dignity, and ethical
dimensions of justice and fairness. To
do this coherently, Human Ecology
develops integrative transdisciplinary
frameworks that can combine insights
from a range of disciplines concerned
with the human condition with knowledge
of ecosystem and Earth processes. The
resulting understanding helps formulate
pathways towards more humane and
sustainable futures.
Human Rights
Major/minor
Courses in this Major address the human
rights discipline in both theory and
practice. Completion of this Major will
equip students with an understanding of
key issues relating to the study of human
rights as a discipline, such as:
>> The political, philosophical and historical
development of ideas concerning
human rights
>> The emergence and role of human rights
in international relations
>> The interplay between human rights
theory, law and practice
>> Key contemporary theoretical debates on
human rights
>> The relationship between human rights
and concepts such as social justice
and equity
>> The application of human rights theory in

practice, such as:
>> Issues around the implementation and
enforcement of human rights standards
>> Questions on the best mechanisms for
dealing with human rights violations
>> Human rights advocacy and social
movements in the international system
>> Contemporary case studies and issues
The Major is constructed so that the

compulsory courses provide students with
a robust understanding of political, legal,
historical and philosophical origins and
contemporary realities of the human rights
field. When selecting their core courses to
complete the Major, students then have a
choice between selecting a pathway that
will enable them to focus on a particular
area of human rights (such as Indigenous
rights, gender and human rights, human
rights in political philosophy and the
historical emergence of ideas of rights) or
to select a range of courses that will enable
them a broad expertise in various human
rights issues (such as key contemporary
issues, human rights and development,
human rights in international relations).
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Indonesian LanguageMajor/minor
ability to communicate in a culturally and
socially appropriate manner in Indonesianthe national language of Australias closest
neighbour, and a language with 165 million
speakers. The major emphasises the
importance of cultural as well as linguistic
fluency from the introductory level onwards
and stresses the functional and situational
use of the language in everyday life. Not
only will students be able to converse
on topics of relevance and interest to
themselves and to Indonesian speakers,
but they will be able to read and write the
language as it appears in the media and
in literature.
in Indonesia. This can be done either
through intensive in-country study in the
summer or winter breaks, or through a
year of study in the Year in Asia program.
qualified students.

Indonesian Studies
Major/minor
For decades, Indonesian Studies at ANU
has been one of the worlds strongest
centres of excellence in the field, thanks
to the unparalleled size, range, and quality
of experts on campus. The major provides
a well-integrated training, keeping a good
balance in the scope of study between the
past history and present challenges, as
well as in terms of analytical approaches
drawn from the humanities and the
social sciences. Training in this major
will significantly enhance qualifications
and opportunities for employment in
a wide range of fields, such as media
industry, education, government offices,
or commerce. Successful completion of
the major will also provide students a solid
foundation for further research work in a
higher degree study program.
The Indonesian studies major is designed
to complement the Indonesian language
major, though knowledge of the Indonesian
Indonesian studies major.
Information-Intensive Computing
Major
With the exponential explosion of data in
areas such as bioinformatics, geophysical
data, medicine and financial analytics, the
efficient storage and processing of such
data becomes an increasing challenge.
With a foundation in the technologies
of databases and data mining, and
experience in bioinformatics as a key driver
of their uses, this major prepares you to
address these challenges and more.
Information Systems
Major
This major will provide sound knowledge
of organisations and their management of
computer systems analysis and design.
Information Systems graduates will help
organisations meet their information and
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business management needs. They may

also work with databases and decision
support systems.
Intelligent Systems
Major
One of the great challenges of engineering
and science is to build computer systems
that are intelligent. While reaching the
ultimate goal of human-level machine
intelligence may be some time away, many
systems that are displaying significant
levels of intelligence are in widespread
commercial use today. This major
introduces you to current technologies,
such as machine learning and automated
reasoning, which are used to build
intelligent systems. It also gives you the
opportunity to study how cognition in the
human brain works, which has been the
inspiration for numerous intelligent systems
built so far.
Integrative Methods in
Environment and Society
Minor
High quality, integrative research plays a
critical role in identifying pathways towards
sustainability. The Integrative Methods in
Environment and Society minor focuses
on fundamental research understandings
and skills necessary to develop research
projects that effectively address complex
problems of environment and sustainable
development. It focuses on a core set of
research skills- and design-based courses,
with key choices in areas of quantitative,
qualitative and spatial approaches. This is
a `hands-on minor, with opportunities to
conduct small-scale research built into its
components. It is intended to complement
more topic- or discipline-related majors
and minors (e.g. Human Ecology, Climate
Science & Policy) by strengthening broadbased research skills and embedding
them in a broad understanding of the
role of research in addressing complex
sustainability issues.
Students considering Honours should take
the Integrative Methods in Environment
and Society minor if they have not chosen
the Sustainability Science Major (see the
Honours section of the ENVS entry in the
Undergraduate Handbook). The Integrative
Methods in Environment and Society minor
is recommended for students considering
a future career in sustainability-related
research, who have not met the first
year requirements for the Sustainability
Science Major.
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Inter-Asia Cultural Studies

Minor
The minor is a cross-College program
that aims at deepening the students
understanding of contemporary cultures,
especially popular cultures, of Asia
and the Pacific and cultivating among
them an awareness of and interest
in cross-regional and interdisciplinary
studies of culture from a theoreticallyinformed perspective. It introduces new
approaches to various forms of popular
culture, such as magazines, advertising,
movies, manga/anime, TV dramas,
games & gadgets, fashion, pop music/
entertainment, and online communities,
etc. and thus challenges the traditional
division between high and low
cultures. It also seeks to give value to
the cultures of diverse ethnic, religious,
gender, sexual, and other minorities that
are often excluded from dominant national
frameworks. By introducing a wide range
of critical methods, including gender
studies, Postcolonialism, postmodernism,
globalisation studies, and diasporic
studies, the program seeks to explore the
dynamics between cultural production,
media technology, and political discourses,
etc.
Interdisciplinary Science
Major/minor
This major is intended for students who
wish to maintain a more interdisciplinary
approach to their studies. It permits
students to study across all disciplines
of science and to include some of
the cognate science courses from
other Colleges.
This major is an exit strategy for students
who fail to meet the requirements for
any other major but have met the overall
degree requirements.
international business environment, as

well as strategic management, societal
business systems, marketing and human
resource management in an international
business context. Depending on the
electives chosen, students have the
option of developing their understanding
of specific societal business systems, as
well as developing their understanding of
cross-cultural, supply chain and human
resource management issues in an
international business context.
International Communication
Major/minor
In the contemporary globalised world,
where the tempo and intensity of
international contacts are continually
strengthening, international communication
has become increasingly crucial. This
interdisciplinary major is intended to
help students understand cross-cultural
and cross-linguistic issues involved in
international communication and a working
knowledge of another language.
International communication is inseparable
from intercultural communicationin the era
of global English more than ever, since
one international English can conceal
deep differences in cultural assumptions
and understandings. This major will
introduce students to issues involved
in interaction between speakers from
different language backgrounds and equip
them with conceptual tools to explore
those issues.
The major will include either two years of
language study (for beginners) or one year
of language study (for non-beginners), one
compulsory course (for everyone), and for
beginners one other course from a list of
eight and for non-beginners three other
courses from the same list.
Major/minor
Major/minor
The study of International Relations has

traditionally focused upon the (often
hostile) engagements between nationstates and/or their diplomatic elites
seeking to advance the national interest
by war or other means. These are still
important themes in the contemporary IR
agenda. However, at the beginning of the
21st century analysts and policymakers
require a more comprehensive body of
knowledge and deeper understanding of
the world and how it operates. This major
The major in International Business

incorporates a range of disciplines
to analyse the principal issues and
considerations in the growth and
functioning of international businesses.
Students are introduced to important
concepts and practices in analysing the
international business environment, and
in operating and growing international
businesses. The core courses in the major
aim to develop skills and competencies
in international business relating to the
is designed to provide students with such

knowledge and understanding in regard to
both traditional and more recent agendas.
International Security
Japanese Language
Major
Major/minor
The International Security major provides

specialist training in the diverse, traditional
and non-traditional security challenges,
and the implications for Australias security
and defence policy. This major is intended
for students wishing to pursue a career in
a relevant government (Defence, Foreign
Affairs and Trade, Immigration etc.) or
private sector related to security affairs, or
wishing to undertake graduate work in the
fields of strategic and/or security studies.
Japanese is the national language of

Japan, a nation that is not only one of
Australias major trading partners, but is
also a country with which many young
Australians have deep personal ties.
Japanese is the most popular foreign
language in Australian schools and
universities and the depth of the ties
between Australia and Japan mean that
knowledge of the language will be a
valuable asset for many years to come.
Studying Japanese as a major can have
many linguistic and cultural benefits that
reach well beyond the classroom.
International Security
Introductory Accounting
Minor
The minor in Accounting provides
introductory studies concerned with
measurement, analysis, reporting and
evaluation of information, including
computerised information, which assists in
the management of resources in business
entities and government organisations.
Italian Language and Culture

Major/minor
Italian occupies a special position in
Australia as a language of high culture
and also a language spoken by one of
the largest ethnic communities in the
country. Students will have access to one
of the richest European cultural traditions,
from the Renaissance to the present day,
and to the language of great opera, film,
architecture, fashion and industrial design.
The Italian minor develops fluency in
standard Italian and an understanding
of idiomatic Italian. Attention is given to
cultural, social and historical aspects
of Italy. Language learning is thus
integrated with the development of
cultural awareness.
Students commencing at introductory level
follow a different pathway to complete
the major.
major accordingly.
Japanese Studies
Major/minor
Japanese Studies at the ANU covers
the fields of history, religion, gender and
cultural studies (including literature and film
studies), politics, economics, sociology
and education.

spend time studying at one of the twenty
five tertiary institution in Japan with which
the ANU has ties. This can be done either
through intensive in-country study in the
summer break, through the semester
in Japan program, or through a year
of study in the Year in Japan program.
qualified students.
the compulsory courses.
Japanese Linguistics
Major/minor
Japanese Linguistics covers all aspects of
linguistics as they pertain to the Japanese
language-from issues in phonetics,
phonology, and syntax to sociolinguistics,
the history of the Japanese language
and its teaching as a foreign language.
A Japanese linguistics major provides
which to develop interests in the Japanese
language, its use and its structure. The
Japanese linguistics major is designed to
complement the Japanese language major.
Knowledge of the Japanese language is
required for some but not all courses in the
Japanese linguistics major. Students are
expected to have some familiarity with the
Japanese language to be able to complete
the major.
A Japanese studies major provides

which to develop both general and
specialist interests in Japanese society,
culture, history, Japans place in Asia and
its role in the world. As a nation central
to Australias interests an engagement
with scholarship on Japan is invaluable.
The Japanese studies major is designed
to complement the Japanese language
major, though knowledge of the Japanese
Japanese studies major.
K
Korean Language
Major/minor
Korean is the official language of North and
South Korea and there are currently about
78 million Korean speakers worldwide.
Korean has a unique script called Hang l,
developed in the fifteenth century at the
order of the king. It is a highly sophisticated
alphabet that is remarkably easy to learn.
As Australias future is increasingly tied to
the countries in Asia, the importance of
a language such as Korean will continue
to grow. Knowledge of Korean is not
only invaluable for understanding Korean
society and culture but it is also a skill
valued in a wide range of professions, both
in Australia and internationally.
in Korea through a year of study in the Year
in Asia program (Graduate Diploma in Asia
Pacific Studies). Competitive scholarships
are available to qualified students.
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Korean Studies
Minor
The Korean Studies minor is intended
for students who wish to achieve a
solid grounding in the study of Korean
history and culture. Its courses analyse
developments in Korean history and
culture from decidedly different viewpoints
and discuss issues related to, for example,
social movements, economic mobility,
gender imbalance, and popular culture.
Knowledge of the Korean language is not
required for any of the courses that fall
under the Korean Studies minor, but those
with at least a working knowledge of the
language will be encouraged to apply it in
their coursework.
Linguistics
Major/minor
Major/minor
The major in Management incorporates a

range of disciplines to analyse the principal
issues and considerations relevant to
management. Students are introduced
to the important concepts and practices
in managing people and resources in
the organisational context. The core
courses in the major aims to develop
skills and competencies in management
relating to human resource management,
organisational behaviour, and corporate
strategy. Depending on the electives
chosen, students have the option of
developing their understanding of specific
management practices including those
related to cross-cultural management,
labour economics and industrial relations,
corporate sustainability, employment
relations, organisational change, business
project management, business ethics,
leadership, international human resource
management, and entrepreneurship
and innovation.
Linguistics is the study of human language.

Linguists study languages from various
points of view, including structure,
acquisition, evolution and function in
society. There are special branches of
linguistics devoted to different aspects
of languages, such as their sounds
(phonetics and phonology), sentence
structures (syntax), conversation and text
structures (discourse), and the meanings
they convey (semantics).
Of the courses taught by the Program,
some are devoted to the theory and
methods, while others deal with a variety
of applied issues, such as language policy
and language teaching.
L
Latin
Major/minor
The study of Latin is a rewarding one.
A Latin major introduces the principles
of the language (grammar, vocabulary,
syntax) and develops reading skills so that
you engage closely with the Latin texts.
The courses we offer give you a unique
opportunity to read in the original language
the literature, history, and philosophy of the
Roman world. From your engagement with
the past through its language and literature
you will gain a richer understanding not
only of that world but also of contemporary
society. Proficiency in Latin is highly
recommended also for those wishing to
specialize in Ancient Greek or Roman
history and civilization.
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Major/minor
The major in Latin American Studies is
designed for students interested in the
social, political, historical and cultural
life of Latin America. It focuses on the
contemporary Latin America as well as
its history and ancient heritage. It also
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considers the innovative aspects of recent

developments, particularly the possibilities
for cooperation and tensions between
diverse traditions.
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In these courses, students are exposed

to data from a wide variety of languages
and may do detailed work on a number
of different languages and language
families. Thorough training is given in
linguistic theory and its application to a
variety of empirical problems. Attention
is also directed to research methods,
the application of linguistics to language
teaching, language planning and sociolinguistic issues.
Literatures of Asia
Minor
The Literatures of Asia Minor offers a range
of courses reflecting the great diversity
of literary production in the Asian region.
There are courses that span the work of
the whole Asian region and others that
focus in detail on the work of one particular
country or region. The aim of this minor is
to introduce students to the many literary
traditions of this region and to develop
their skills in reading, discussing and
writing about a work of literature. Students
will be encouraged to explore the social
and literary environments that have shaped
the production and interpretation of literary
texts in both historical and contemporary
cultures, and to consider the significance
of such matters as a writers nationality,
cultural background, gender, social class
and historical context.
Management
The minor in Management provides an

overview of the principal issues and
considerations in managing people and
resources in the organisational context.
The core courses in the minor aims
to develop skills and competencies in
management relating to human resource
management, organisational behaviour,
and corporate strategy.
Marine Science
Major
Marine ecosystems play a central role in
the health and function of our planet. Given
the increasing exploitation and modification
by humankind, there is an urgent need
for us to study and understand marine
systems if management strategies are
to succeed.
The Marine Science major is a
multidisciplinary science program at the
ANU that encompasses many fields, in
particular, biology, chemistry, geology
and physics, with an emphasis on
understanding the coastal and open ocean
environment through field, laboratory and
modelling approaches.
This program aims at equipping students
with the tools to understand and monitor
coastal and oceanic processes and
interactions between the atmosphere,
biosphere and geosphere under an

ever changing climate that may affect
marine resources. A major in Marine
Sciences opens up possibilities for work
in government agencies and science
education. It serves as a pathway to
higher degree research at Australian or
overseas universities.
courses available in the Major, and form

an integral component of the attributes
necessary to work as a quant in the
banking and finance industry; for example,
market makers, hedge fund analysts,
statistical arbitrageurs and risk analysts in
banks, central banks and regulators.
Market Research
Major
Minor
Students will be introduced to the
marketing research process and the
design of effective marketing research
projects and how this translates into
marketing tactics and decision making.
Marketing
Major/minor
The major or minor in Marketing combines
aspects of economics, commerce,
psychology, sociology and statistical
analysis in the assessment of market
behaviour and the development of
appropriate business responses.
Mathematical Economics
Major
The major in Mathematical Economics
gives students an opportunity to explore
the intimate relationship between
mathematics and economics through
a program of study which focuses on
mathematical analysis, modern statistical
techniques and economic theory.
The combination of economics and
mathematics prepares the student to
directly go into the business world, or to
go onto graduate study in economics
or finance.
Mathematical Finance
Major
The Mathematical Finance major
provides the necessary theoretical
framework required to price complex
financial products such as derivative
contracts. Mathematical finance has given
tremendous impetus to research in and
applications of probability theory and some
other mathematics areas.
The skills acquired through this
major equip students to continue to
postgraduate research in mathematical
finance or applied probability. These
skills, along with a solid computational
foundation which can be obtained through
Mathematical Modelling
Models are becoming an increasingly
important tool in many branches of modern
society due to advances in science and
technology. As our understanding of
these models improves, the complexity
of the types of questions being asked
increases. The objective of this major is
to train students in techniques of model
development, use and assessment.
A key requirement for future scientists,
industry leaders, resource managers, and
policy makers is an ability to build and
evaluate models and/or interpret model
outputs. Career opportunities for graduates
extend into every part of society, including:
research (e.g. CSIRO, Universities); public
sector (e.g. Bureau of Meteorology, Murray
Darling Basin Authority, state government
agencies); and private sector (e.g.
engineering, finance).
Students are advised to take this major in
conjunction with a major or minor from an
application area. For example, students
may choose to complement this major with
a quantitative applications major or minor
consisting of courses from areas such as:
physics; earth and environmental science;
global change science; climate science
and policy; environmental geoscience;
geophysics; quantitative finance; or
mathematical finance.
Coupled with a detailed disciplinary base,
this major will provide students with the
necessary skills to tackle the problems
facing tomorrows society.
Mathematics
Major/minor
Mathematics is the study of universal
patterns and structures; it is the
quantitative language of the world;
it underpins information technology,
computer science, engineering, and
the physical sciences; and it plays an
increasingly important role in the biological
and medical sciences, economics,
finance, environmental science, sociology
and psychology.
The Mathematics major is designed to

provide a foundation in Calculus, Linear
Algebra and basic modelling techniques
using differential equations. In parallel,
critical thinking will be developed through
the analysis of quantitative problems.
With this background students will
be ready to pursue their interests in a
broad range of mathematical areas, by
choosing appropriate later year courses
in pure or applied mathematics areas,
or a combination of these. These later
year courses reinforce and extend the
students quantitative skills as well as
providing a greater awareness of the
many branches of mathematics and of the
interconnections among them.
Mechanical & Material Systems

Major
This major has a focus on the relationship
between the microstructure of materials,
processing, and their mechanical
behaviour. Students will study a broad
range of materials including, metals,
ceramics, polymers and fibre-reinforced
composites. These have applications
in a range of industries such as energy,
automotive, aerospace and transport.
There is also an emphasis on the use
of advanced modelling techniques
to understand and predict material
behaviour and structural performance.
This major is aligned with research on
composite material processing, design
of electro-ceramic nano-materials, and
the characterisation of novel lightweight
materials such as fibre metal laminates and
aluminium foam structures.
Mechatronic Systems
Major
Mechatronics is an emerging
engineering discipline based on the
integration of mechanical, electrical and
computing technology for advanced
engineering applications. Engineers
with a specialisation in mechatronics
are at the forefront of developments
in defence, space, medical, transport,
mining and manufacturing industries.
This major is aligned with research on
autonomous systems (aerial, terrestrial
and submersible), systems theory and
control and computer vision. These have
applications in aged care, environmental
and infrastructure monitoring and
automated driver assistance systems
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Microbiology and Immunology

Minor
Microbes can be beneficial to humans but
are also a major cause of human mortality
and morbidity. This course explores
the major classes of microorganisms,
with particular emphasis on bacteria,
viruses and parasites. It also explores
the mammalian immune system- a
complex collection of specialised organs
and cells-which has evolved to combat
pathogenic microorganisms. Students
will acquire theoretical and practical
skills in the disciplines of microbiology
and immunology, and develop skills in
the critical analysis and interpretation
of experimental data. By understanding
mechanisms used by pathogens to evade
the mammalian immune response, and
immune mechanisms used to control
infectious agents and cancer, students
will be develop advanced knowledge
in this fascinating field, highly relevant
to human health. The minor will assist
students seeking to pursue professional
and graduate degrees emphasizing
these disciplines, and will provide a solid
background for students pursuing career
goals in laboratory science and public
policy related to health and disease.
Middle Eastern and Central Asian

Studies
Major/minor
The major integrates the study of Middle
Eastern and Central Asian contemporary
politics, history, international relations,
culture, political economy, business, and
the religion of Islam within the broader
framework of the changing global order.
Courses concentrate on selected themes
concerning political and social change,
economic modernisation and regional
security against the backdrop of sectarian,
ethnolinguistic and ideological diversity,
as well as outside interference and
geopolitical rivalry.
Molecular Biology
Minor
Molecular biology is the study of life
processes occurring at the molecular
level, including the storage, transfer and
regulation of genetic information and
the interactions between molecules and
cells. Many areas, such as biochemistry,
cell biology, or developmental biology,
apply and are underpinned by molecular
biology processes. Molecular biology has
led to the development of new analytical
tools including genomics, bioinformatics,
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proteomics and recombinant DNA

technology. The molecular biology
minor will provide you with foundational
knowledge of the molecular processes that
occur in cells as well as an understanding
of the basis and applications of molecular
biology techniques. You will have the
opportunity to apply your knowledge to
a range of problems in basic biology as
well as medicine, agriculture and industry.
This minor provides a solid grounding for
further study in any area of the molecular
life sciences. Given the importance of
molecular genetic technologies in todays
society the minor is also of value in a range
of careers including the formulation of
policy in agriculture, conservation, health
and environmental studies.
Moral and Political Philosophy

Minor
This minor provides a pathway into
contemporary moral, political and social
philosophy. The ideas with which it deals
not only constitute a lively field in their own
right, but have had considerable influence
upon work that has taken place in a
number of other disciplines.
Music
Musicology
Major/minor
The Musicology major gives students
the opportunity to develop a deep and
sophisticated understanding of the cultural,
historical, theoretical, and analytical
situation of music across a variety of
cultures and historical periods. Students
complete two compulsory first-year
courses which introduce the notion of
inquiry-based musical scholarship, both
of the traditional academic kind, and also
purely musical modes of inquiry such as
interpretation, improvisation, transcription
and analysis. Thereafter, a wide range of
academic music courses are available
to students for them to complete the
required 36 units of later-year music study.
The courses available allow sufficient
specialization for students to focus on a
particular areafor instance musicological
research, ethnomusicology, theory and
analysis, music criticismand gain a
robust preparation for Honours and further
research in that area.
Major/minor
The Music major gives students the
opportunity to pursue high-level studies
in music. The key objective of the
major is to develop students deep and
sophisticated understanding of one or
more of the cultural, historical, theoretical,
and analytical situation of music across a
variety of cultures and historical periods.
Students may also choose a focus on
music education or music technology. The
Music major allows sufficient specialisation
for students to focus on a particular area
for instance musicology, ethnomusicology,
theory and analysisand gain a robust
preparation for Honours and further
research in that area.
Music Technology
Minor
The Music Technology minor teaches
students the fundamentals of professionallevel music recording, both in the
studio and in the field, and examines
multimedia and interdisciplinary art forms
and communications technologies for
music that have arisen from the digital
revolution. Students have the opportunity
to undertake research projects to deepen
their understanding of specific issues,
and performance projects to apply their
learnings in practice.
Natural Resource Management

Major
The major in Natural Resource
Management is designed for students
seeking careers as environmental scientists
and natural resource managers who
will be able to meet the sustainability
challenges and opportunities of this
century. It is structured around a core of
natural and social sciences courses, and
links that set of knowledge and skills with
a range of applications in environmental
conservation and sustainable resource
management. The major in Natural
Resource Management emphasises
experiential and field based learning, and
combines broadly based environmental
education with focused professional
development and opportunities for
specialisation. The flexible nature of the
curriculum means that students are able
to develop a version of the major tailored
to their particular interests and goals;
students interested in the major in Natural
Resource Management should consult one
of the conveners for assistance in selecting
courses for the major (and associated
minor/s).
Northeast Asian Studies

Major/minor
Northeast Asian Studies offers a suite of
courses covering the cultures, societies,
histories, philosophies and religions
of China, Korea and Japan. It has a
particular strength in the modern popular
film and literature of these countries
while not neglecting their respective and
intertwined histories-both antagonistic and
cooperative. A Northeast Asian Studies
major provides students with a solid
foundation upon which to develop both
general and specialist interests in Chinese,
Korean and Japanese culture, history,
society and thought.
The Northeast Asian studies major is
designed to complement the Korean,
Japanese and Chinese language majors,
though knowledge of these languages is
not required for courses in the Northeast
Asian studies major.
P
Pacific Studies
Major/minor
The Pacific Studies major employs an
interdisciplinary framework to explore
important historical and contemporary
issues in Oceania, and to critically examine
the ways in which knowledge about the
region, and the region itself, have been
framed, constructed and represented.
The major provides students with a deep
understanding of the cultural, social,
geographic and political diversity of
Oceania, and the richness of perspectives
on it, with a particular focus on indigenous
epistemologies and voices. Australias
historical and contemporary engagements
with Oceania are critically examined from
a range of vantage points. Students also
engage with scholarly and policy debates
of critical contemporary concern in the
region, including those around gender,
climate change, globalization, the arts,
development, and peace, conflict and
intervention. The enormous linguistic
diversity of Oceania is reflected in the
core courses of the major, all of which
are infused with indigenous voices and
languages. Electives provide students
with opportunities to further explore the
Pacific through the disciplinary lenses

of archaeology, anthropology, political
science, literature and philosophy.
the field of peace, conflict and war studies,

or to develop a career in a wide range
of relevant professions, including in nongovernmental organisations, international
organisations, and government and
policy bodies.
Painting
Major
undertaking the Bachelor of Visual Arts
degree program.
Performance*
The Painting Workshop equips graduates

to develop their ideas visually through
studio research, discussion and reflection,
drawing on art history, theory and an
understanding of contemporary practice.
We encourage students to be resourceful,
inventive and imaginative, exploring the
expressive potential of materials and
processes. Students develop a capacity
to reflect critically and communicate their
ideas in studio discussions, as a strong
grounding for professional practice.
1000-level courses involve projects
designed to expand creative and technical
skills and develop critical judgment. In
later courses, more emphasis is placed on
individual creative development. Weekly
drawing sessions, taught by visiting artists
with national/international significance,
develop visual research skills, broadens
students experience and conception
of drawing.
Most BMus students will take a major

or minor in Performance. These courses
allow students to refine their skills
in the understanding, interpretation
and execution of solo and ensemble
performance. Students may elect to
specialise in a particular genreclassical,
jazz, contemporary or folk and world
musicor combine genres. In addition to
classes, masterclasses, rehearsals and
workshops at the ANU School of Music,
Performance students have access to
weekly individual instrumental lessons with
a teacher (or equivalent summer schools
or intensive external tuition). Access to
Performance courses is by audition.
Peace, Conflict & War Studies
Persian language (Farsi) is the mother

tongue of more than 150 million people in
the Middle East and Central Asia, spoken
today primarily in Iran, Afghanistan and
Tajikistan, with speakers in a number of
other countries in the region. Persian was
widely understood from the Mediterranean
to India, and has a rich historical and
cultural legacy, and includes the work
of Firdausi, Khayyam, Saadi, Rumi and
Hafiz. Persian literature influenced the
works of European writers such as Victor
Hugo, Voltaire, Lamartine, Maeterlinck,
Goethe and F. Scott Fitzgerald, as well as
many Arabic, Turkish and Urdu writings,
and many Persian words are retained in
those language.
Major/minor
Major/minor
The primary objective of this major is to
provide students with a comprehensive
understanding of the causes, prevention
and containment of war, and of theoretical
and practical approaches to conflict
resolution and peacebuilding. Particular
emphasis is given to the relevance of
these issues to Australia, Asia and the
Pacific, and the major emphases both
history and the contemporary context.
Students will learn about both larger and
smaller conflicts that have shaped our
world, region and country, and about both
successful and unsuccessful efforts to
prevent and resolve such conflicts. The
major is comprehensive in approach,
drawing insights from a range of disciplines
including anthropology, diplomacy, gender
studies, geography, history, international
relations, law, peace and conflict studies,
political science, security studies,
sociology and strategic studies. Students
who have completed the major will be well
equipped to pursue advanced research in
*This major is only available to students

undertaking the Bachelor of Music
degree program.
Persian
Major/minor

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Philosophy
Major/minor
Philosophy is an investigation into
fundamental matters of human concern.
It is at the same time an investigation into
problems basic to all the various special
disciplines pursued in a university. It is
not normally taught outside universities,
and for this reason there are no
special prerequisites for admission to a
philosophy course.
Courses are grouped into analytical,
continental, and moral and political
traditions and it is recommended that
students complete their major within a
tradition, though they are free to choose
any combination of philosophy courses to
complete their major.
about their Majors.

Minor
This minor allows students to concentrate
on issues posed for how we should
understand ourselves and our situation, by
developments in science. Logic provides
the student with analytical tools which the
student will need in such investigations,
while the other subjects involve issues
concerning the character of scientific
knowledge, or problems posed by work in
various particular areas of science.
Photomedia
Major
degree program.
The Photomedia major focuses on the
still image and teaches fundamental
techniques such as digital and analogue
photography; studio lighting; computer
manipulation; and other experimental
techniques. It also teaches aspects
of video production and public and
community art. Students move beyond
core photographic competencies and are
introduced to the other skills they need
to be fully-rounded image-makers in the
twenty-first century. Students have access
to well-equipped colour and black and
white darkrooms, a professional lighting
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studio, a student gallery for exhibitions

of art works, generous student work
spaces, and specialist research facilities,
such as an inkjet research facility for wide
format printing on a variety of materials.
Graduates go on to be practicing visual
artists and photographers, to undertake
further study and higher degree research;
to work in galleries and museums; to train
as teachers or lecturers; to set up their
own businesses; or to work in the printing,
design and publishing businesses.
Photonic Systems
Major
Photonics relates to the manipulation,
transmission and storage of light data. The
main application for many years has been
in the development of the worlds vast fibre
optic telecommunications networks. There
are now increasing uses of photonics in a
broad range of human endeavours such as
sensing, security, architecture, astronomy,
transport, medicine, solar energy, nanophotonics and forensic science.
Physics
Major/minor
The Physics major introduces physics
with the opportunity for in depth study
of selected areas. It aims to provide
a balance of knowledge and skills.
Central areas of knowledge include:
mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum
mechanics, and thermal and statistical
physics. Mathematical, computational
and experimental skills include: problem
solving, data gathering, data analysis, and
experiment design.
The major will prepare students for a
variety of careers in areas in which the
physical sciences are important, including:
research, teaching, and industry.
Political Science
Major/minor
relationships that involve power, rule, or
all societies. It is about those who have
political power in society and those who
do not.
Political Science is a broadly-based
discipline offering courses that span a
number of sub-fields. The major in Political
Science introduces students to core

concepts and methods and exposes them
to four key areas of the discipline:
>> Political thought and political theory
or ideas,
>> Australian government and public policy
>> Comparative politics and comparative
public policy including the study of
particular countries or regions, and
>> International politics/
international relations.
Students who wish to complete additional

work in Politics beyond that required
for the major may take a second major
in International Relations, a minor in
Asia-Pacific Politics, Australian Politics,
Comparative Politics, International
Relations or Political Theory, or select
individual POLS courses as electives within
their degree.
Political Theory
Minor
relationships that involve power, rule or
all societies. This minor in Political Theory
has two elements. The first concerns the
normative basis of politics or how societies
ought to be governed and includes
consideration of political values, norms and
ideologies. The second is concerned with
different methodological approaches to the
study of politics.
Printmedia and Drawing

Major
degree program.
The Printmedia and Drawing major equips
students with a range of practical, critical
and research skills which will enable them
to fully realise the conceptual and visual
possibilities of drawing, printmaking and
related media in their professional practice.
An environment is provided where
students can, through discussion and
critical evaluation, develop self-reliance,
confidence and the ability to communicate
effectively. Students benefit from a Visiting
Artists program which incorporates the
expertise of artists, printers, and designers
into teaching and learning. Students also
benefit from field trips, both interstate and
into the landscape.
Project Management
Minor
The minor in Project Management
aims to provide knowledge of project
management frameworks that can be used
in the workplace.
Psychology
Major
Psychology is the scientific study of how
people behave, think and feel. It is a
broad ranging discipline that spans topics
including perceiving and thinking, the
biological basis of behaviour, research
methodology, child development,
perception and cognition, social
psychology and personality. Students
taking the psychology major will gain
an understanding of how to apply the
scientific perspective to psychological
phenomena in the laboratory and in
the real world. Within the major there
is flexibility to select courses to meet
individual career objectives. The intention
of the Psychology major is to ensure the
acquisition of contemporary knowledge in
psychological theory and evidence across
core themes in psychological science.
Q
Quantitative Finance
Major
The major in Quantitative Finance builds
skills in the concepts and techniques
required in the financial markets for
statistical analysis and modelling, risk
management, model calibration, and
derivatives pricing. Students will develop
competency in both the theory and the
implementation. The analytic skills obtained
will be highly beneficial for a career
in a hedge fund, funds management,
derivatives trading and sales, risk
management, or consulting.
R
Renewable Energy Systems
Major
There is a huge global focus on the
development of renewable energy
technologies due to the effects of fossil
fuels on climate change. Students who

complete this major will be at the forefront
of technological developments that will
provide solutions to future energy needs.
Demand for graduates with the skills and
knowledge gained from this major will
be worldwide. Career opportunities may
exist in developing and implementing solar
energy technologies, designing wind or
hydroelectric power systems, developing
energy systems to produce electricity using
biodegradable materials and researching
greenhouse gas emissions.
mastered basic spoken Sanskrit, and will

be able to chant and recite with a high
degree of accuracy.
Russian
The Science Communication major aims

to complement studies in the traditional
science disciplines and to provide a
solid foundation for professional science
communication careers.
Minor
Russian is the language of a major world
power and the common language, or
lingua franca, of many millions of people
in the countries of the former Union of
Soviet Socialist Republics. It is the basis
of a unique literary culture, of film, drama
and opera, and the language of a large
body of scientific literature. It is also the
language of a large immigrant community
in Australia. The Russian minor provides
the linguistic grounding on which students
may build a familiarity with that rich
cultural tradition.
Courses in this minor are offered through
ANU and Macquarie University in distance
mode. For the purpose of the minor, 3
credit points from Macquarie University is
the equivalent to 6 units from ANU.

Major/minor
The compulsory courses provide training

in the presentation and writing of science
for diverse audiences, analysis of science
and technology issues in the context of the
wider community, and research methods
for investigating public perceptions
of science.
This major is a valuable adjunct for
students wishing to enter scientific careers,
because it enhances the communication
skills and social awareness that are
increasingly desired by science employers.
These skills will strengthen your ability to:
>> Successfully apply for funding for
your research,
This minor is designed for students with no

prior knowledge of Russian.
>> communicate aspects of your research

with members of the public and
your peers,
>> research and understand public attitudes

to your science, particularly in the
context of ethical controversy and risk,
Sanskrit Language
>> communicate and apply your scientific

knowledge to practical situations in
socially appropriate ways,
Major/minor
Sanskrit, the classical language of India,
has long been renowned for its beauty,
subtlety and complexity. It is the key to
the civilizational treasures of Hinduism,
Buddhism and Jainism, and provides
direct access to a vast repository of literary,
scientific and philosophical wisdom. At the
ANU we seek to balance the traditional
practice of textual reception-reading
and grammar-with language productionspeaking, chanting and singing-to
provide a truly balanced curriculum. By
the completion of the major, students will
be able to independently read texts from
a wide range of genres, they will have
>> speak confidently at

science conferences,
>> talk to the media about your work,and
>> advise governments on science
policy issues such as technological
development, healthy living and
environmental sustainability.
This major is also an excellent foundation

for students interested in pursuing careers
as professional science communicators. If
you have ever dreamt of:
>> making science exhibits for Questacon,
>> presenting television or radio shows
about science,
>> becoming a science journalist,
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>> rethinking the way science is taught

in schools,
>> researching the ways that movies, novels
and comics have shaped public attitudes
to science, or
>> campaigning for change on sciencerelated issues such as climate change,
nuclear power and animal ethics,
then this major is for you.
Sculpture
Major
The Sculpture major provides students
with the skills and knowledge to create
works using a wide variety of materials
and techniques through studio lessons,
projects and independent work. Hot and
cold casting, mould making, fabrication,
assemblage and construction as well as
installation, video and performance are
possible creative outcomes.
Development is supported by regular
critique and studio theory sessions. The
Sculpture Workshop supports an extensive
range of plant, tools and equipment and
a professional foundry. The expertise
of lecturers is complemented by highly
trained technical officers and a dynamic
program of visiting artists, artists-inresidence and graduates in residence.
Sculpture Design Arts

Major
degree program.
The Sculpture Design Major equips
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Software Development*
Major
This major will allow you to acquire
knowledge of software development
lifecycles, particularly as they relate to
analysis, design and implementation
phases. This will enable graduates to
construct large software programs.
Software Development graduates
generally work on financial and commercial
interactive systems and implications, often
with business and user clients.
*This major cannot be taken by Bachelor
of Software Engineering, Bachelor of
Advanced Computing (R&D) or Bachelor of
Advanced Computing students.
Social Psychology
Minor
This minor considers the psychological
processes involved in relations between
groups, covering the basic topics in social
psychology such as social influences
on attitudes and behaviour, attitude
change, social cognition, cooperation
and conflict. A focus will also include the
contribution that psychology can make
to the study of crime. Topics covered
include analysis of the social psychology
of groups, social identity, stereotyping,
cooperation, leadership, power, social
influence, collective action, negotiation
and communication. Laboratory classes
are interactive and include practical and
theoretical considerations of issues in
social psychology and society.
Social Research Methods

Minor
The Social Research Methods Minor
introduces students to a range of
research methodologies and techniques
used by international relations analysts,
criminologists, political scientists and
sociologists. Courses in this major are
based on the pedagogy of learning
by doing. Students are introduced to
the practical aspects of social research
methods through specific research
questions which inform current debates
in IR, political science, sociology and
criminology. Examples of such questions
include: How has the influence of public
opinion polls on policymaking been
changing over time? Has crime been
increasing in Australia, as the general
public tends to believe? Has the gender
gap in pay and university participation
reversed to the advantage of women?
In dealing with concrete questions

students will have an opportunity to
engage with all or at least some of
the following research stages: study
design including ethical considerations,
data collection, and data interpretation
and reporting.
Sociology
Major/minor
Sociology is the systematic study of how
society is organised and regulated. It
also analyses the ways in which people
experience and order social life. The
discipline draws on diverse theoretical
perspectives and research methods.
Sociologists study a wide range of
contemporary issues, including inequality
and power, global environmental change
and risk, embodiment and health, crime
and surveillance, culture and identity, and
citizenship and politics.
By studying sociology, students learn
how individuals and groups influence
and are influenced by their social world.
Central to this sociological endeavour
is a critical perspective which questions
taken-for-granted assumptions about
social reality. Sociology can prepare
students to participate in wider intellectual
debates about social issues, problems
and injustices.
Soil and Land Management

Minor
There is an increasing need for the
development of sustainable land and soil
management techniques and practices
in the Australian context. The emphasis
in this minor is on the applications of a
thorough understanding of basic physical,
chemical and biological properties and
ecological processes involving soils and
landscapes, and the functions and outputs
they provide. Students who complete this
minor will have developed the knowledge
necessary to understand and contribute
to the design and implementation
of scientifically valid soil and land
management practices.
South Asian Studies

Major/minor
South Asian Studies offers a suite of
courses covering the cultures, societies,
histories, philosophies and religions of the
Indian subcontinent. The major provides
students with a foundation in the history
of the nations on the subcontinent, an
understanding of the movements and

religions of the peoples that populate it,
as well as training them to investigate and
analyse its myriad cultures and societiesboth contemporary and historical. A South
Asian Studies major provides students with
a solid foundation upon which to develop
both general and specialist interests in
Indian culture, history, society and thought.
The South Asian studies major is
designed to complement the Hindi, Urdu
and Sanskrit language majors, though
knowledge of these languages is not
required for courses in the South Asian
studies major.
Southeast Asian Studies

Major/minor
Students in the Southeast Asian Studies
major at ANU have access to a wide range
of scholars and courses on language,
history, cultures, and politics in the region.
By completing coursework as prescribed
by the major, students will gain a deeper
understanding of regional issues, such
as power, globalization, ethnicity and
gender, as well as processes and issues
specific to their country or area of interest.
Current major strengths are in Burmese,
East Timorese, Indonesian, Thai and
Vietnamese studies, and some of our staff
also support work relating to other ethnic
nationality and trans-border issues. In
addition to developing a critical, analytical
understanding of Southeast Asia, past
and present, students gain significant
knowledge and skills which will boost
their qualifications for finding employment,
or alternatively, further study for a higher
degree program.
The Southeast Asian studies major is
designed to complement the Thai and
Vietnamese language majors, though
knowledge of these languages is not
required for courses in the Southeast Asian
studies major.
Spanish
Major
The Spanish major will give student the
opportunity to include the study of the
Spanish language and its associated
cultures in their degrees. Spanish is a
major international language with more
than 400 million speakers. It is the third
most spoken language in the world (after
Mandarin Chinese and English) and the
national language of 22 countries (Spain
and most of Central and South America,

as well as Equatorial Guinea in Africa). It is
also an official language of the European
Union and a major second language in the
United States. A great number of people
all over the world learn it as a foreign
language. Spanish shares with English
a common Indo-European origin, and is
relatively accessible to English speakers.
Studying Spanish as a major can have
multiple cultural and linguistic benefits,
beyond the immediate learning of language
and culture.
major accordingly.
Statistics
Major
Statistics is concerned with the process of
planning how to collect data, collection of
the data and extracting information from
data in the presence of uncertainty and
variation. The process is guided by the
underlying purpose of the investigation and
the formulation of hypotheses and models.
The major covers the core components
of statistical theory and a range of key
applications, such as survival analysis
and graphical statistical modelling, and
provides a solid foundation for a career
as statistician.
Employment prospects for statisticians
are very bright and varied. Professional
accreditation for suitably qualified students
of statistics is provided by the Statistical
Society of Australia.
Spanish Language and Culture
Strategy, Behaviour and

Economics
Major/minor
Minor
The Spanish Language and Culture major

will give students the opportunity to include
the study of the Spanish language and
its associated cultures in their degrees.
Spanish is a major international language
with more than 400 million speakers. It
is the third most spoken language in the
world (after Mandarin Chinese and English)
and the national language of 22 countries
(Spain and most of Central and South
America, as well as Equatorial Guinea in
Africa). It is also an official language of
the European Union and a major second
language in the United States. A great
number of people all over the world learn it
as a foreign language. Spanish shares with
English a common Indo-European origin,
and is relatively accessible to English
speakers. Studying Spanish as a major
can have multiple cultural and linguistic
benefits, beyond the immediate learning of
language and culture.
Students will examine applications where

firms and individuals interact strategically
with each other. Economic models which
incorporate psychological insights will also
be examined.

Sustainability Science
Major
High quality, integrative research plays
a critical role in identifying pathways
towards sustainability. The Sustainability
Science major builds the fundamental
understandings and skills necessary to
develop research projects that effectively
address complex problems of environment
and sustainable development. It focuses
on a core set of research skills- and
design-based courses, with key choices in
areas of quantitative, qualitative and spatial
approaches. The skills developed in these
courses are extended and applied in a
wide range of research and policy relevant
courses. This is a hands-on major, with
many opportunities to conduct small-scale
research built into its components.
The major is intended to complement
more topic-related minors (e.g. Soil and
Land Management, Climate Science
and Policy, Environmental Policy) by
developing and strengthening broad-based
research skills and embedding them in an
understanding of the role of research in
addressing complex sustainability issues.

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Its completion at the appropriate level is

good preparation for fourth-year Honours
(see the Honours section of the ENVS
entry in the Undergraduate Handbook),
and is recommended for students
considering a future career in sustainabilityrelated research.
Sustainable Development
Minor
Sustainable developmentdevelopment
that meets human needs while conserving
Earths life support systemshas emerged
as one of the grand challenges facing
society in the 21st century. With global
population expected to reach nine
billion by 2050 our capacity to develop
sustainably is even more urgent, though
progress to date has been patchy. The
minor in Sustainable Development is
concerned with understanding what it
means to develop sustainably, and what
factors shape our prospects and policies
for a transition towards sustainability.
Students gain an appreciation for how
international trends, whether they are
economic, social or political, create
both opportunities and limitations for
sustainable development. Similarly, at
the local or national level the focus is on
how initiatives in the public and private
sectors encourage or inhibit a shift to
sustainable development.
Sustainable Systems
Major
It is important for engineers to have an
awareness of the factors that comprise
sustainability as they will add to the
complexity of their future practice. There
is a growing demand from industry
for graduates with knowledge and
skills in sustainability. This major has
been designed in conjunction with the
highly regarded ANU Fenner School of
Environment and Society.
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Textiles
Major
degree program.
The Textiles major provides for a broad
range of textile studies, studio practice
and research, and prepares students for
careers as textile artists, designers, small
business producers, teachers, curators,
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community artists and for employment

in public art. With active academic staff,
excellent technical facilities and located
close to Australias national collecting
institutions, the Workshop provides an
excellent study environment. Creative and
innovative approaches to textiles based on
a thorough technical understanding of the
medium and knowledge of the historical
and contemporary context are presented.
Concept, ideas and design development
parallels technical training, allowing
students to develop individual approaches.
Textiles Design Arts

Major
enrolled in the Bachelor of Design Arts.
The Textiles Design Major equips students
with skills required for a career as a
designer maker.
The Major provides a strong focus on
developing skills and knowledge relating
to the materials and processes of the
discipline, in relation to the historical and
contemporary contexts of the area.
Design Arts students will be introduced
to current manufacturing options and will
learn how technology can assist in the
conceptualisation, visualisation, making
and promotion processes. Students
will respond to design based projects,
investigate a wide range of materials and
have the opportunity to manufacture
multiples and interact with industry.
The major is enriched by a program
of visiting artists, allowing students to
establish contact with leading professional
designer/makers and visit designrelated events.
Thai Language
Major/minor
Thai is the national and official language of
Thailand and spoken by about 60 million
people. The study of Thai is essential for
anyone wishing to understand Thailands
culture, society and long history. As
Australias future is increasingly tied to
the nations of Asia, the importance of
Thai will continue to grow. Knowledge of
the language is a skill valued in a wide
range of professions, both in Australia
Students in this major are encouraged
to spend time studying at a tertiary
institution in Thailand through a year
of study in the Year in Asia program.
qualified students.

Theoretical Physics
Major
The Theoretical Physics major introduces
the foundations of theoretical physics
and the opportunity for in depth study
of selected areas. It aims to provide a
balance of knowledge and skills. Central
areas of knowledge include: mechanics,
electromagnetism, quantum mechanics,
thermal and statistical physics and special
and general relativity. Theoretical Physics
skills include construction of models to
explain the physical universe and their
use to make quantitative predictions. It
is distinct from the Physics major due to
an increased emphasis on mathematical
skills and a reduced emphasis on
experimental skills.
The major will prepare students for a
variety of careers in areas in which the
physical sciences are important, including:
research, teaching, and industry.
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Urdu Language
Major
There are four Urdu courses, Urdu 2A, 2B,
2C and 2D, which were taught in alternate
years with the Hindi courses, and were
also offered in in-country study mode.
These courses are temporarily being rested
due to pedagogical and teaching load
issues. Pedagogical issues include that the
courses called Hindi courses at second
and third year levels include Urdu content
and should be regarded as Hindi-Urdu
courses rather than Hindi courses.
Urdu is the national language of Pakistan
and is also spoken in parts of India. It
is mutually intelligible with Hindi though
they differ in their writing systems and
in their higher level vocabulary. Given
the mutual intelligibility the combined
number of speakers of Urdu and Hindi is
the fourth largest in the world. As well as
being the key that unlocks a knowledge
of modern Pakistani culture and society to
the student, an understanding of Urdu in
the Perso-Arabic script allows the student

access to the largest collection of work on
Islamic literature after that in Arabic.
the compulsory courses.
and 3000-level studio practice courses.

Students will also become part of the
School of Arts vibrant and cohesive artistic
community and enjoy close proximity to
major collecting institutions such as the
National Gallery of Australia. Studies in
Art Theory or Art History provide a strong
complement to this major.
Places in the courses listed below are
strictly limited and students are advised to
enrol as early as possible.
Vietnamese Language
Major/minor
Vietnamese is the national and official
language of Vietnam and is spoken worldwide in the Vietnamese diaspora. In fact it
is also the sixth most-spoken language in
Australia. Knowledge of the Vietnamese
language is indispensable for anyone
one wishing to understand Vietnamese
culture and society-both in Vietnam and
in the diaspora. Given Australias close
ties with Vietnam since re-unification, a
knowledge of the language is valued in a
wide range of professions, both in Australia
in Vietnam through a year of study in the
Year in Asia program, or in an in-country
intensive course. Competitive scholarships
are available to qualified students.
Visual Arts Practice

Major/minor
The Visual Arts Practice major offers
students in a range of degree programs
the opportunity to undertake practicebased study in the ANU School of Art.
Students have the opportunity to study
across a range of studio disciplines
or focus their studies in one or two
workshops. The 1000-level courses
provide students with a visual and artistic
literacy which forms the basis for 2000
Water Science
Water Science and Policy

Minor
Water is a critical issue for societies and
the environment in Australia, in our region,
and in many other parts of the world. This
issue will continue to be one of the highest
priorities for governments in the future due
to the pressures exerted by population
growth and climate and environmental
change. The minor in Water Science
and Policy provides students with the
opportunity to develop knowledge central
to the understanding and management of
water resources, and to develop expertise
and undertake research relevant to water
within the biophysical sciences and from a
policy perspective.
Major
Water is a critical issue for the environment
in Australia, the Australasian region and
many other parts of the world. Effective
use and management of water resources
will continue to be one of the highest
priorities for local, regional and federal
authorities due to increased pressure from
population growth, agricultural, commercial
and industrial growth, and environmental
and climate change. The major in Water
Science provides students with the
opportunity to develop their understanding
of water resources, including surface
water and groundwater in terrestrial and
coastal environments. This is important in
understanding interactions between, and
impacts on, the hydrosphere, atmosphere,
biosphere and lithosphere, all part of
Earth Systems. Students completing this
major will have the expertise to interpret
quantitatively surface and groundwater
flow and water quality data, design
monitoring programs for water resources
and provide the technical results to
underpin effective management strategies
and policies for the use of water resources.
There are many career opportunities
for students that complete this major.
Those include positions in catchment
management authorities, rural and urban
water agencies, state and federal water
departments and offices, agricultural
organisations, minerals industry and
environmental consulting in a wide range
of companies. There are also many
opportunities in Honours, post-graduate,
research and academic positions. In all
cases there are excellent opportunities in
Australia and overseas.
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Student life
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The Australian National University campus is one of

the largest campuses in the country. With a huge array
of activities, exciting nightlife and a short walk to the
Canberra CBD, the ANU campus has everything you
want from a university.
Experience
campus
life
90%
At ANU you have access to six
different libraries, with over 2.5
million physical items, and 63
million electronic resources.
The ANU Campus is only 100

steps to the Canberra CBD, and
150 steps to the lake.
According to the 2014 Student

Barometer, 90 per cent of ANU
students are satisfied with their overall
experience of student life at ANU.
35+
The ANU Union is famous
for its live music and rock
concerts, with many national and
international acts playing sell out
gigs right in Union Court.
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ANU has over 35 shops,

cafes and restaurants
on or around campus.
Tour our campus on

your phone now.
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id851970996
Find your place in one of the Universitys many student-run clubs

and societies. If you dont find one for you, we can help you
establish a club of your own.
ANU clubs and societies receive funding from the University to run
events and support students throughout the year.
Join in the
f n
65+ clubs
The ANU Student Association
has over 65 student clubs.
The Harry Potter Society, one

of the most popular student
clubs, has over 150 members.
Woroni, the student-run

newspaper, is always looking
for new writers.
The ANU Film Group runs

weekly screenings of new
films on campus.
ANU Clubs and Societies can

apply for financial grants from
ANUSA, making their experience
that much better.
mmm
The ANU Chocolate Appreciation
Society might satisfy that
sweet craving.
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ANU Sport offers an exciting range of professional and affordable

opportunities to participate in sports and physical recreation. At
ANU, you can enhance your university experience with health, fitness
and leisure activities alongside your study. ANU Interhall Sports run
competitions between residences, including the virtual residence
Griffin Hall for off-campus students. Join a sport and lead your team
to victory.
Be part of a
team
Inward Bound is the flagship
event of the Interhall Sport
calendar. Its a unique adventure
footrace, challenging the physical
and emotional endurance of
participants and providing a
safe and exciting opportunity to
explore the Australian wilderness.
Leadership, navigation and survival
skills are just some of those
which participants will acquire,
and months of rigorous pre-event
training necessary to compete
promotes a fit and healthy lifestyle
which, for most, will continue long
after they cross the finishing line.
Image: The ANU Boat Club, Lake Burley Griffin
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Gym
Join
Students can also enjoy

discounted membership to
the ANU Sports gym facilities.
Join an ANU Sports team, and

support your Hall or residence
to win the Interhall Cup.
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ANU Sport
ANU Interhall Sport has 17 different

competition sports to choose from
including tennis, cricket, rowing,
netball, hockey, volleyball, rugby
league, badminton and basketball.
Visit us now and see whats on

anu-sport.com.au
ANU residences provide you with a safe and supportive community.

With 11 student residences on or near the campus, apply now to
secure your place! Residents are encouraged to participate in interhall competitions and activities. All residences are within easy walking
distance to shops, cafes, restaurants, sporting facilities, public
transport and Canberra City night life.
Welcome
home
Support
Options
Connect
Staff and Senior Residents are

on hand to assist new students
transition to campus life. Senior
Residents oversee the welfare of
their corridors, organise social
activities and enhance the sense
of community in the residence.
ANU has 11 student residences

to choose from, each offering
a unique experience! You can
nominate a fully-catered, selfcatered or apartment style
residence, and tailor your oncampus experience to suit you.
Not in a residence? Join Griffin

Hall! Griffin Hall provides an
opportunity for off-campus students
to participate in residency-run
social, sports and arts activities,
and connects you with the wider
University community.
Community Location
Home
Enjoy interhall cultural activities,

sports comps and events that get
everyone involved.
With private rooms and a range of

living options, your ANU residence
offers you everything for your
home away from home.
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With only a short walk to the CBD,

shops and public transport, your
home connects you to the city
and beyond.
A C C O M M O D AT I O N G U A R A N T E E
F O R N E W I N T E R N AT I O N A L
U N D E R G R A D U AT E S T U D E N T S
If you are from outside the ACT region

and you havent studied at ANU before,
you are guaranteed to be offered a
place in ANU approved accommodation.
To be eligible* you must:
>> enrol in a full-time undergraduate degree at ANU
>> complete an online accommodation application
before the guarantee closing date
>> live outside the Canberra area.
Applications are free and there is no

obligation so ensure you apply even if
you are only thinking of coming to ANU.
International students who have not accepted their
academic offer prior to the posted deadlines on the
University Accommodation website cannot rely on this
guarantee and should be prepared to find alternative
accommodation if needed. Please note, the
accommodation acceptance deadlines may be different
from the Universitys acceptance deadline for confirming
your academic place.
You will have 48 hours to accept your accommodation
offer so it is important to check your email regularly. Our
residences are popular and applicants who fail to respond
promptly may miss out.
Check the Residential and Campus Communities website
for news and updates on accommodation.
rcc.anu.edu.au
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*Refer to rcc.anu.edu.au/guarantee for the full Accommodation

Guarantee eligibility criteria.
O N - C A M P U S A C C O M M O D AT I O N
On-campus accommodation
How do I register?
ANU residences provide you with a safe and supportive

environment only residents are given entry to rooms,
laundries and other facilities and the ANU campus is
regularly patrolled by ANU security services.
Visit rcc.anu.edu.au and complete the online application.
Community
All residents are welcome to become involved in the interhall
sports competition at ANU. Teams contribute points
towards the annual sports shield, with sports including
hockey, tennis, basketball, cricket, Inward Bound, rugby
league, netball, softball, volleyball, soccer, Australian rules
football, table tennis, swimming and the Daley Road relay.
All residents are encouraged to try the various sports you
will have a great time if you do. Most residences provide
facilities for music practice and also for performance of
music. Some also have special rooms such as art studios
and dark rooms.
Any questions?
Moving out of home, living in a new city and experiencing a
new country can be an exciting and rewarding experience.
Its important to be prepared for these new challenges. If
you have any questions about how to apply or the facilities
and services we offer, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Residential and Campus Communities
Building 77, Brian Lewis Crescent
Canberra ACT 0200
T +61 2 6125 1100
F +61 2 6125 0737
E uni.accom@anu.edu.au
W rcc.anu.edu.au
Other cultural activities include theatre sports, chess,

debates, public speaking, trivia competition, the annual art
exhibition, musical recitals, talent night, poetry and short
story writing. These all contribute towards the inter-Hall arts
shield. There is also an interhall social committee.
Excellent location
All ANU residences are within easy walking distance to
shops and public transport. While its located off-campus,
Fenner Hall is only a short cycle or walk away from the main
campus and it has a free shuttle bus which moves students
between the hall and campus.
ANU is well serviced by bike paths and is a quick ride
away from the city. All ANU student residences offer secure
bike storage.
When do I apply?
If you have applied to ANU, you should also then register
and apply for accommodation.
Do not wait until you have received an offer of admission
to the University! Your registration for accommodation is
independent of your application for admission and is free
of charge.
Semester 1 applications open on 20 August, with
guaranteed applications closing 30 November with a final
closing date of 6 January.
Semester 2 applications open on 1 April and close on
15 June.
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COST OF LIVING
2015 residential fees
Residence/ Hall/
College/ Lodge
Catering style
Weekly rent (A$)
Registration
fee (A$)
(once only)
Refundable
deposit (A$)
Residents
Committee fee
(A$) (per year)
Building
Maintenance
Levy
Bruce Hall
Fully-catered*
356.50
250.00
300.00
165.00
160.00
Burgmann College
Fully-catered*
370.00
285.00
500.00
150.00
160.00
John XXIII College
Fully-catered*
356.50
295.00
300.00
150.00
160.00
Ursula Hall
Fully-catered*
356.50
250.00
300.00
175.00
160.00
Burton & Garran Hall
Self-catered*
202.95
250.00
300.00
150.00
160.00
Fenner Hall
Self-catered*
202.95
250.00
300.00
180.00
160.00
Toad Hall **
Self-catered*
211.65
250.00
300.00
140.00
160.00
Davey Lodge ***
Apartment style
211.65
270.00
4 weeks rent
100.00
160.00
Kinloch Lodge ***
Apartment style
221.40
270.00
4 weeks rent
100.00
160.00
Warrumbul Lodge ***
Apartment style
212.35
270.00
4 weeks rent
100.00
160.00
Lena Karmel Lodge *** Apartment style
217.35
270.00
4 weeks rent
100.00
160.00
* 21 meals per week.

** Toad Hall specialises in providing accommodation for graduate/mature
age students.
*** Additional utilities/data charge of A$29 per week included.
NB. Some halls, colleges and lodges charge extra for phone, internet
connections and other services.
Accommodation fees will increase in 2016. Go to anu.edu.au/study/

accommodation for updates on current fees and any other costs involved.
All figures in this table are in Australian dollars.
A guide to living expenses

The following budget can be used as a guide for a single student living on campus in self-catered, apartment-style
or catered accommodation or off-campus in shared accommodation. It does not provide for major items like cars,
computers, extra-curricular activities or holidays.
Self-catered (A$)
Apartment style (A$)
Fully catered (A$)
Off-campus* (A$)
Rent
202.95
211.65
Food
100
100
100
35
35
35
Luxury meals
356.50
Transport
Books, stationery, postage, etc.
Phone calls
Clothes and entertainment
Weekly total
Yearly total (41 weeks)
25
23
23
23
23
52
52
52
52
418.95
427.65
437.50
451
17,176.95
17,533.65
17,937.50
18,491
All figures in this table are in Australian dollars. Totals are based on a 41 week contract.
Please note that some residences will require varying contract lengths.
*Based on sharing a three-bedroom house with two other residents within a thirty-minute
commute time by public transport to the ANU campus.
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210*
How to
apply
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Programs
and Courses
1
Choose
your program
ANU has a range of courses

and flexible degrees to suit your
interests. Make sure you choose
according to your skills, interests
and career goals.
2
Check
the programs entry

requirements and your
eligibility to apply
Visit the Programs and Courses page
for program requirements and eligibility
including the English Language requirement.
Track
Accept
Once you have submitted your

application you will receive an application
receipt. This will contain your application
number and the international admissions
team will contact you to let you know of
the outcome of your application in four to
six weeks.
1. Meet all conditions of your offer letter

(if applicable).
your application
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your offer
2. Return the completed Acceptance Declaration,

Payment Advice and Financial Declaration Form to
acceptance@anu.edu.au
3. Your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment
(eCoE) will be processed within 10 working days
of your payment being finalised and receipt of
the completed Acceptance Declaration, Payment
Advice and Financial Declaration Form.
Important dates
Semester 1 2016
Application closing date
12 December 2015
Acceptance/deposit deadline
15 January 2016 offshore* students
31 January 2016 onshore** students
Orientation and enrolment
8 13 February 2016
Submit
Lectures begin
15 February 2016
your application
Teaching break
415 April 2016
As an international student, you

can either submit your application
online, through an authorised agent1
or through UAC.2
Exam period
219 June 2016
Semester 2 2016
Application closing date
31 May 2016
Acceptance/deposit deadline
30 June 2016 offshore* students
9 July 2016 onshore** students
Orientation and enrolment
1115 July 2016
Lectures begin
18 July 2016
Teaching break
516 September 2016
Exam period
320 November 2016
6
Prepare
to arrive
You should apply for your student visa,

confirm accommodation, book your meet
and greet, and access your ANU student
account and email.
For more information about preparing to
arrive including information on Orientation,
visit anu.edu.au/oweek
The term offshore student ordinarily applies to you if you have not
completed your entry qualification in Australia under an Australian student
visa and will be applying for your student visa from overseas.
**
The term onshore student ordinarily applies to you if you have completed
your entry qualification in Australia under an Australian student visa and
you are applying for ANU and your new student visa without a break in your
study (ie you may be going home for a short holiday after your previous
studies, but you will be coming back to start at ANU in the next intake).
1. Visit anu.edu.au/study/contacts to view a list of authorised agents in your
home country.
2. If you are currently completing an Australian Year 12 qualification, the
International Baccalaureate in Australia, or the New Zealand National
Certificate of Educational Achievement Level 3 in New Zealand, then you
must apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Direct
applications to ANU will not be accepted. Your school careers adviser
will have details on how to apply or see uac.edu.au/international for more
information and closing dates.
*
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English language
requirements
Advanced standing, transfers

andstatus
Previous studies conducted and examined entirely in

English may fulfil the Universitys entry requirements.
Studies must have the equivalent of two years full-time
and completed no more than four years prior to the date
of application.
ANU offers advanced standing to students who hold

relevant post-secondary qualifications, or who wish to
transfer from other institutions. An application for advanced
standing should be made at the time of application
for admission.
Satisfactory verification must be provided with your

application. For qualifications not listed in the policy,
please contact the ANU Admissions Office or an ANU
representative in your country.
For international students, the University has streamlined its

offer of advanced standing to diploma holders from a select
group of institutions in Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong.
Please note that international applicants completing the

Australian Capital Territory Year 12 Certificate from 2012
onwards will be required to achieve a result of at least 170
in English as a Second Language T major or any result in an
English T major.
Applicants who do not meet the Universitys minimum entry
requirements may upgrade their skills through one of the
following programs offered by ANU College (see anucollege.
edu.au).
Please note: Approval of requests for advanced standing is

at the discretion of the respective College. Please forward a
copy of the subject syllabus at the time of your application.
ANU Access English

>> ANU Access English Preparation
>> ANU College General English Language subject
Admission for students under

18 years of age
Note: Access is no longer accepted to meet an English condition for

programs with an IELTS requirement of 7.0 or above.
For information on the availability of these

examinations contact:
IELTSyour nearest IDP Education or British Council office,
or go to ielts.org
TOEFLEducational Testing Service (ETS)
PO Box 6151, Princeton NJ, 08541- 6151, US
E toefl@ets.org
Advanced standing of up to one year may be offered by

the ANU College of Business and Economics to diploma
holders from specific approved institutions. Advanced
standing of up to two years is offered by the ANU College
of Engineering and Computer Science for the Bachelor
of Engineering program and one-and-a-half years for the
Bachelor of Information Technology program. Advanced
standing of up to two years is offered by the ANU Colleges
of Science. For further details please contact the relevant
ANU College.
The University will admit international students under the

age of 18 in circumstances where conditions stipulated by
the University are met. If you know you will turn 18 after the
start of the semester intake for which you wish to apply, we
encourage you to check the policy located at students.anu.
edu.au/applications/under-18.php
Accepted English language tests

Test
Regular Degree Programs

(including Exchange &
Study Abroad)
Australian National Internships

Program, Medicine program,
undergraduate Law, JD and Legal
Workshop programs
An overall score of 7 with at least 6
in each component
Academic IELTS
An overall score of 6.5 with atleast

6 in each component of the test
TOEFL:paperbased test
TOEFL: internetbased test
A score of 570 with Test for Written

English score of 4.5
A score of 80, with a minimum of
20 in Reading and Writing and 18 in
Speaking and Listening
176 overall with at least 169 in all
sub skills
58 overall with at least Borderline in
all sub skills.

22 in all four sections
Overall 64, minimum score of 55 in

each section
Overall 70, minimum score of 60 in

each section
Cambridge CAE
Advanced (2015)
Cambridge
CAE Advanced
(Pre 2015)
PTE Academic
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185 overall with at least 169 in all

sub skills.
67 overall with at least Borderline in
all sub skills.
Graduate Law programs

(except JD and Legal
Workshop programs)
An overall score of 7 with at least
7 in Writing and at least 6 in each
other component
26 in writing and at least 22 in all
other sections
185 overall with 185 in writing and
169 in all other sub skills.
67 overall with at least a Good in
writing and Borderline in all other
sub skills.
Overall 70 min score of 60 in each
section and at least 70 in writing
PAT H W AY S T O A N U
International students who do not meet
the entry requirements to their chosen
ANU course, have the following options
available to them.
ANU College
ANU College is the English language and academic
pathway provider for The Australian National University.
ANU College provides excellence in teaching, with all
subjects taught by specialist teachers and academics.
Located on the University campus, ANU College students
have an excellent opportunity to enjoy the ANU campus
lifestyle, mixing with Australian and international students
from around the world.
ANU College Foundation Studies

The ANU College Foundation Studies program is an
excellent pathway into ANU. Students who satisfy*
ANU entry requirements and successfully complete the
Foundation Studies program are guaranteed entry into their
chosen undergraduate degree program. There are two
programs on offer:
>> FS Standard (two semesters) A$22,500#
>> FS Extended (three semesters) A$28,500#
Other pathways
Credit for previous study
If you have completed post-secondary studies you may
be eligible for advanced standing (transfer credit) towards
an undergraduate degree at ANU. Your application for
credit should include full documentation for previous
studies, including copies of course descriptions at the point
of application..
Articulation programs
Articulation arrangements are formal agreements that
ANU has with other institutions around the world and which
facilitate credit-transfer, joint-programs or dual-degree
arrangements. ANU has articulation arrangements with
several institutions for a range of programs.
To see articulation partners and programs for the
ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science see
cecs.anu.edu.au/future_students/advanced_standing
To see articulation partners and programs for the
ANU College of Business and Economics see
cbe.anu.edu.au/students/study-with-cbe/
application/?tL1=international-credit#Tabs
* From the students graduating in 2014 99% of ANU College Foundation

Studies students received an offer (or conditional offer) to the ANU.
To see articulation partners and programs for the Joint ANU

Colleges of Science see science.anu.edu.au/study/howapply/advanced-standings
ANU Access English preparation
Diplomas
The ANU Access English preparation program is a 10-week

course. Students must have an overall IELTS 6.0 (with
no band less than 5.5) or an overall TOEFL IBT 68 with a
minimum of 18 in writing for entry.
The aim of completing a Diploma is to complete a pathway

into a Bachelor degree at ANU. Currently we have a
Diploma of Liberal Arts and a Diploma of Computing on
offer. For more information on the Diploma of Liberal Studies
see page 44. To see more information on the Diploma of
Computing see page 62.
Tuition Fee: A$5,200#
Academic English Program (AEP)

This subject focuses on the academic English skills of
reading, writing, listening and speaking. These skills enable
students to prepare for study at the undergraduate or
graduate level.
Tuition Fee: A$4,200# per seven-week module
#
Please check the ANU College website for 2016 fees anucollege.edu.au
Essential/Extended University English

ANU College offers and delivers, on behalf of ANU, a one
semester award subject in Academic English Language
for international students already enrolled or enrolling in a
university program.
Mid-year entry
Most ANU programs are offered for mid-year entry which
means you can commence in Semester 2 (July). Check the
Single Programs list on page 10, to find out which programs
are offered in Semester 2.
Deferring
If you wish to defer (i.e. delay commencing a program), you
should advise the International Admissions Office as soon
as possible. Deferment is not automatically granted. ANU
will send you notification on how to enrol closer to your
starting semester. Please note that you can only defer for a
period of up to 12 months.
Contact
T +61 2 6125 6688
E anucinfo@anucollege.edu.au
W anucollege.edu.au
Study Group Australia Pty Ltd
(trading as ANU College)
CRICOS Code: 01682E
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Student
support
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ANU Student Services supports students with their studies, health and
wellbeing. We provide help for mental and physical health issues, with
disability access, and to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Through the ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre, you can
access free and confidential help with your studies through one-onone tutorials, workshops, courses and podcasts. We aim to help
you develop the academic, critical thinking and communication skills
essential to higher learning.
We help you to
succeed
Academic Skills
& Learning Centre
SIGN
Mentoring
Counselling
Centre
Works with all ANU students on

the development of the academic
language and learning strategies
necessary to achieve their
academic potential.
Register with SIGN and receive a

later year mentor to guide you in
first year.
Provides free, confidential and

professional services to students
dealing with a range of difficulties.
Career Centre
Health Services
ANU Chaplaincy
The Careers Centre has launched

the worlds first University based
interview simulation suite InterviewHub. One way to help you
win your dream job!
Offers primary health care for

students and staff.
Providing religious support

and prayer facilities to a range
of religions.
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STUDENT SERVICES
ANU has a diverse range of support
services, programs, and activities to
enhance your student experience and
help you succeed at university.
Academic Advisory Services
Advice on all academic matters is available from the College
Offices. Sub-Deans, who are members of the teaching staff,
are responsible for advising students on all matters relating
to degree subjects. Each academic College also has a
student services manager, who provides an essential first
point of contact for enquiries.
Academic Skills & Learning Centre
Careers Centre
The centre provides a range of career services exclusive to
ANU students and recent graduates. Services include:
>> confidential career counselling for individuals
>> career development and job application seminars
>> rsum and interview advice
>> computer-based career guidance
>> weekly drop-in sessions
>> online advertisement of graduate, vacation and casual
job vacancies
>> Employer Visits Program and Campus
Interview Program
The Academic Skills and Learning Centre works with

all ANU students on the development of the academic
language and learning strategies necessary to achieve their
academic potential. Students can make an appointment for
a free, confidential consultation with a learning adviser.
>> Tertiary to Work Careers Fair and Law Careers Fair
Students can also attend short subjects and workshops

that run throughout the semester. Our specialist programs
cover strategies for academic writing, research and reading;
effective tutorial/seminar participation and presentation;
examination preparation; and undergraduate mathematical
and statistical methods. You can access more information
and enrol in subjects online at academicskills.anu.edu.au
>> free publications and employer brochures.
SIGN Mentoring Program

Student Information and Guidance Network (SIGN) is
a program designed to help new students settle into
university life both socially and academically. New students
who register with SIGN are allocated a later-year student
who acts as a mentor. Your mentor will guide you through
the exciting first steps of university life and help you with
questions about study at ANU. Mentors undergo training
and are allocated a small group of students. The program
is open to all first-year students, is free and runs for about
eight weeks at the beginning of each semester.
Registration to request to join the program will open in late
January for Semester 1 and late June for Semester 2.
Further information about the program and how to register
can be found online at students.anu.edu.au/studentlife/sign
Counselling Centre
The University Counselling Centre provides free, confidential
professional services to students dealing with a range of
personal and academic difficulties which may adversely
affect academic study. We also have a range of group
programs and seminars for the year and an extensive
online hand-out via our webpage. Urgent appointments are
available every day based on a first come first served basis
and our usual appointments can be made by phone or in
person. For more information go to counselling.anu.edu.au
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>> law graduate and summer clerkship

recruitment program
>> student computers and printer for career related activity
Contact the centre by phone on+61 2 6125 3593, via email

to careers@anu.edu.au or visit careers.anu.edu.au
Health Service
The University Health Service offers primary health care for
students and staff. Appointments are needed for all doctors,
with most appointments lasting 10 minutes. International
students are bulk billed through their Overseas Student
Health Cover. When attending an appointment it is essential
that all international students present both their student
card and OSHC card.
For more information go to anu.edu.au/health
It is a condition of your student visa (Condition 8501) that
you have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the
duration of your student visa. OSHC is a private health
care arrangement which helps cover the cost of medical
treatments in and out of hospital, should you get sick
or have an accident. OSHC must be arranged before a
student visa can be issued. World Care is the ANU preferred
OSHC provider. This arrangement does not restrict you from
obtaining OSHC from a provider of your choice.
Security
We have an open, spacious campus of 145 hectares, and
your personal security is important to us. The UniSafe
program aims to provide peace-of-mind to students and
staff who use the campus, any time of day or night.
SCHOLARSHIPS
UniSafe escorts can walk you to your car or to another
building on campus. Or you can catch the Safety Bus,
which operates on a nightly schedule and can drop you
anywhere on campus. If you want to report anything
suspicious, emergency phones located around the
campus will put you in direct contact with security staff.
For more information go to facilities.anu.edu.au/
services/anu-security/unisafe
Disability Services Centre

The Disability Services Centre supports students with
a disability to participate in their program of study
by assessing the need for and approving a range of
adjustments that minimise the impact of disability in
the University environment. For more information go to
disability.anu.edu.au
ANU recognises the outstanding

academic achievements of international
students and offers a small range of full
and partial scholarships to study
at the University.
ANU International University
Scholarships
The ANU International University Scholarship covers tuition
fees and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for
international students who are immediate school leavers.
Five scholarships are awarded each year to international
students from any country. Selection is extremely
competitive and based on high academic performance,
country of citizenship and degree program.
Child care
W anu.edu.au/study/scholarships
There are four child care centres on campus. High

demand for places means you need to book early.
There are also two parenting rooms on campus. For
more information go to about.anu.edu.au/campus/
children
College-based scholarships
and grants
Libraries
There are four main libraries Chifley, Hancock,
Menzies and Law plus the Art Library and Music
Library. Total holdings now exceed 2.5 million volumes,
150 databases and more than 75,000 electronic
journals. You can locate items using the online
catalogue and access most electronic resources from
both on and off campus.
Computers are available in all library locations. The
wireless network is accessible within libraries and
laptop locks can be borrowed from any loans desk.
Information describing the services, facilities, opening
hours and borrowing are available in all libraries and
online at anulib.anu.edu.au All libraries have staff
available and willing to help you.
Many ANU academic Colleges have scholarships and

grants for students applying for specific programs. You can
visit the ANU scholarship webpage, or visit specific colleges
webpages for more information on what is available.
Once you have enrolled, there are more scholarships
and financial awards available to current students.
Selection is extremely competitive and based on high
academic performance. For example, Eight Terrell
International Scholarships are awarded each year to
international undergraduate students at ANU on the basis
of their achievement in their first year of enrolment. Four
scholarships meet 50 per cent and four meet 25 percent
of annual tuition fees and for all scholarships the full OSHC
is paid. Students are eligible if they have completed two
semesters at ANU.
W anu.edu.au/study/scholarships
W anu.edu.au/about/leadership-structure/
academic-areas
Travelling scholarships
Travelling overseas as part of your degree is an exciting
prospect that many student want to experience. Academic
Colleges at ANU offer a range of travel scholarships
and grants to support students who want to go on
student exchange.
W anu.edu.au/scholarships
How to apply
Some scholarships are automatically awarded as part of
your application. Others require separate application forms.
For details and information on these and other scholarships,
visit www.anu.edu.au/scholarships.
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