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Table of Higher Education Courses
School/Course TitleUB codeLength
Arts Academy
Advanced Diploma of Arts (Graphic Design) - inc. Diploma of Arts Graphic ArtsNo UB CodeThis course is offered on a full-time basis for two years at the new visual and performing arts education precinct in Camp Street, Ballarat. In addition to full-time study, a student may apply for part-time study. A part time student may be required to study a combination of compulsory subjects.

Advanced Diploma of MusicNo UB Code2 years – full-time
Bachelor of Arts (Acting)AF53 years full-time
Bachelor of Arts (Music Theatre)AH53 years full-time
Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts)(Honours)AH81 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Visual Arts (Fine Arts)AA53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Visual Arts (Graphic Design/Multimedia)AA53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Diploma of Arts (Ceramics)No UB CodeIn addition to full-time study a student may apply for part-time study. A part-time student will be required to study a combination of compulsory subjects.
Diploma of Arts (Small Companies and Community Theatre)No UB CodeTwo years of full time study. Candidates may elect to undertake part time studies subject to negotiation from the Head of Program.
Diploma of Arts (Visual Arts)No UB CodeTwo years, full-time Camp Street campus (Ballarat) and part time over three years at the Horsham Campus. Prospective students may also apply for part-time study in this course at these campuses. Selected modules are also available for study at the Stawell Campus.
Diploma of Entertainment - Lighting & SoundNo UB CodeTwo years full-time study with exit points at Certificate III and Certificate IV levels.
Behavioural & Social Sciences & Humanities
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) (Honours)HP81 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Arts (Currently under Review)HS53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)HS81 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Arts (International Studies)HX53 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Bachelor of Arts (International Studies) and Bachelor of Business - Double AwardHI54 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Arts (Rural Social Welfare)HW53 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Bachelor of PsychologyHP53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Doctor of PhilosophyHHOEnrolment can be on a full or part-time basis. It is expected that a PhD degree will be completed within 3 to 4 years of full-time study (or the equivalent in part-time study). It is possible to meet degree requirements over a shorter period of enrolment.
Doctor of PsychologyDP03 year full-time; part-time equivalent
Graduate Diploma in PsychologyYZ4This diploma is an on-campus course which is studied at the Mt Helen Campus of the University.

Each unit requires three to four hours of class contact tutorials with approximately the same amount of time spent in private study. Assessment is usually a combination of essays, reports and examinations, spread througout the semester.
Graduate Diploma of Rural Social WelfareHW4All units are offered during semester term dates.
Master of Applied Science (Psychology)YS91.5 years full-time, part-time equivalent
Master of ArtsHS91.5 years full-time; part-time equivalent
Master of PsychologyYP92 years full-time; part-time equivalent
Master of Psychotherapy and CounsellingHX9The course is delivered mostly on campus in a variety of modes, including flexible delivery of workshops, seminars, small group tutorials and lectures. Classes are scheduled at times which accommodate students with work commitments. Some units are offered online.
Master of Social EnquiryHC9The equivalent of 3 semesters of full-time study.
Postgraduate Diploma of PsychologyYL41 year full-time or part-time equivalent.
Business
Bachelor of BusinessBB53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Business (Brewing)BS53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Business (eBusiness)BE53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Business (Marketing)BN53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Business (Tourism)B053 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of CommerceBC53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of ManagementBM54 1/2 years full time or part-time equivalent. May be completed in 4 years.
Bachelor of ManagementMM53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Doctor of Business AdministrationDUOEnrolment can be on a full-time or part-time basis. The DBA degree is expected to be completed in 3 to 4 years full-time (or the equivalent in part-time study). It may be possible to meet degree requirements over a shorter or longer period of enrolment. Students work under the supervision of a panel of supervisors appointed by the Research Higher Degrees Committee on the recommendation of the school.
Graduate Certificate of Electronic BusinessBE4full time 1 year on campus
Graduate Certificate of ManagementBQ418 months
Graduate Diploma of ManagementBP4part time
full time
on campus
Master of Business AdministrationBP9Students can complete the MBA in 3 semesters full-time or over an extended part-time period.
Time restrictions apply for re-entry into the program.

MODE
The MBA can be completed by studying full-time, part-time, evening, block mode, or a combination of the above.
Master of Business ManagementBA9part time
full time
on campus
Education
Bachelor of EducationTJ54 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of TechnologyTT54 years full-time; 2.5 years for students with trade and relevant work experience.
Bachelor of TeachingTH52 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Doctor of EducationDT0Dissertation: The research component may take the form of (1) a single research report of approximately 60,000 words or (2) a series of research reports bound together and accompanied by a written exegesis or scholarly commentary, with the whole research output totalling approximately 60,000 words.
The course can be undertaken on-campus or in an online mode, using WebCT.
Doctor of PhilosophyTU0For further information, please contact the number listed under Course Enquiries.
Graduate Certificate of Education (Tertiary Education)TN4/TK41 year part-time. (The course is equivalent to 6 months full time, but is not offered on a full time basis.)
May include day, evening and block sessions. Learning will be facilitated by web mediated information and communication and on line learning experiences.
Graduate Diploma of Education (Computers in Education)TM4Weekend; Vacation; Web CT
The Graduate Diploma of Education (Computers in Education) constitutes one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study. It should be completed within four years. Each unit comprises .25 of a year of study
Graduate Diploma of Education (Curriculum and Policy Studies)TS4Weekend; Vacation
The Graduate Diploma of Education (Curriculum and Policy Studies) constitutes one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study. It must be completed within four years. Each unit comprises .25 of a year of study.
Graduate Diploma of Education (Education Administration)TA4Weekend; Vacation
The Graduate Diploma of Education (Educational Administration) constitutes one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study. It must be completed within four years. Each unit comprises .25 of a year of study.

Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary)TBACourse is delivered on campus, full time and will be completed within the year.
Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary)TE41 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Graduate Diploma of Education (Vocational Education and Training)TBAWeekend; Vacation; Web CT
The Graduate Diploma of Education (Vocational Education and Training) constitutes one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study. It should be completed within four years.
Master of EducationTE91 year full time or 2 years part time.
Master of Education - by CourseworkTF9Weekend; Vacation
For students with normal minimum entry requirements the duration of the course is equivalent to four semesters of full-time study, normally taken over three or more years through part-time study. Students who have completed a fourth year of tertiary study may apply for one year’s credit.
Human Movement & Sport Sciences
Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement)PR53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) (Honours)PR81 year full-time or equivalent part time.
Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement)/Bachelor of ManagementPB54 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Bachelor of Education (Physical Education)PS54 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Doctor of Health PromotionDHOEnrolment can be on a full-time or part-time basis. The minimum period of Professional Doctorate candidature shall be 3 years full-time minimum study and the maximum period 4 years full-time study or the equivalent period of part-time study
Doctor of Human MovementDMO or DSOEnrolment can be on a full-time or part-time basis. The minimum period of Professional Doctorate candidature shall be 3 years full-time study and the maximum period 4 years full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study.
Doctor of PhilosophyMUO or HUOEnrolment can be on a full-time or part-time basis. The minimum period of PhD candidature shall be 3 years full-time study and the maximum period 4 years full-time study or the equivalent in pert-time study.
Graduate Diploma of Outdoor and Environmental EducationPK4The course is offered on a full-time and part-time basis. Most units are offered on campus during semesters and some may be offered by flexible delivery. Participation in excursions, camps, fieldwork, consultations or research on weekends and during the lecture breaks may be required.
Master of Applied SciencePA9 or PT9Enrolment can be on a full-time or part-time basis. A Masters by research program should normally be completed in eighteen months of full-time study, or the equivalent period of part-time candidature.
Master of Exercise RehabilitationPE9The Master of Exercise Rehabilitation is delivered via on campus classes during normal semester time. Participation in student clinics, consultations or research on weekends and during the lecture breaks may be required. It is envisaged that the thesis component of the degree may be undertaken off campus after consultation with the program manager and supervisor.
Master of Human MovementPY9 or PD9Enrolment can be on a full-time or part-time basis. A Masters by research program should normally be completed in eighteen months of full-time study, or the equivalent period of part-time candidature.
Information Technology & Mathematical Sciences
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of ComputingCB5Equivalent of 4 1/2 years full-time. May be completed in 4 years by completing one additional unit each year.
Bachelor of ComputingCC53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Computing/Bachelor of ManagementCM5Equivalent of 4 1/2 years full-time. May be completed in 4 years by completing one additional unit each year.
Location
Bachelor of Information SystemsTo be advi3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Information TechnologyCT53 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional Practice)CI54 Years full-time
Nursing
Bachelor of NursingNU53 years full-time.
Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)NH8One (1) year full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Nursing (Postregistration)NN71 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Doctor of NursingDN0Three years full time or part time equivalent
Doctor of PhilosophyNU0Three years full time or part time equivalent
Graduate Certificate of NursingNA4Six months or full time study or equivalent part time.
Graduate Certificate of Nursing (Mental Health)NB41 year full time or part time equivalent.
Graduate Certificate of Nursing (Oncology and Palliative Care)NO4Six (6) months full time or part time equivalent.
Graduate Diploma of MidwiferyNE41 year full time or part time equivalent
Graduate Diploma of NursingNR41 year full time or part time equivalent (includes 6 months of Graduate Certificate of Nursing)
Graduate Diploma of Nursing (Oncology and Palliative Care)NV41 year full time or part time equivalent.
Master of NursingNN918 months full-time or part-time equivalent.
Master of Nursing (Coursework)NC9Units in the Master of Nursing (Coursework) have been prepared for a flexible delivery mode. At different times and for different groups of students, a range of teaching methods will be used. These may include Internet delivery of course content, seminars, tutorials, videoconferences, teleconferences, individual and small group activities and self-directed learning.
Science & Engineering
Bachelor of Applied ScienceSS53 years full time or part time equivalent.
Bachelor of Applied Science (Food Science and Technology)/Bachelor of ManagementSM54.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent. Completion over 4 years is possible, either full-time or part-time equivalent.
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours)SS81 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) (Food Science)TBA1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) (Geology)TBA1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours)(Environmental Management)TBA1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Bachelor of Engineering Science (Civil Engineering)EE53 years full time or part time equivalent.
Bachelor of Engineering Science (Mechanical Engineering)EE53 years full time or part time equivalent.
Bachelor of Engineering Science (Mining Engineering)EE53 years full time or part time equivalent.
Bachelor of Engineering Science/Bachelor of ComputingEP54.5 years full time or equivalent part time.
Certificate IV in Occupational Health & SafetyAAP20Block Mode - 2 weeks classroom delivery, January or July
Duration: 1 year part time
Doctor of Engineering ScienceDE0Enrolment can be on a full-time or part-time basis. While the expectation is that a D.Eng Sci degree will be completed within 3 to 4 years full-time (or the equivalent in part-time study), it is possible to meet degree requirements over a shorter or longer period of enrolment.
Graduate Certificate in Occupational Hazard ManagementER4This is a part time course, delivered in a block mode format. That is, students must attend two blocks, each of 14 working days duration in January and July. This is the compulsory lecture period for the course. The course can be completed in 12 months.
Graduate Certificate of BrewingSU4All units will be by flexible delivery including on-line access with supplementary posted readings. All students will be required to attend one residential workshop, held once per year, normally in December.
Graduate Certificate of Engineering SystemsTBASemester (day), Block Mode
Graduate Diploma in Occupational Hazard ManagementNo UB CodeThis is a part time course, delivered in a block mode format. That means students are required to attend two blocks, each of 14 working days duratoin, in January and July each year. This is the compulsory lecture period for the course.
Graduate Diploma of BrewingSV4All units will be by flexible delivery including on-line access with supplementary posted readings. All students will be required to attend one residential workshop, held once per year, normally in December.
Graduate Diploma of MiningEM4Block part-time (full-time by special arrangement)
Master of Engineering SystemsTBASemester (day), Block Mode
Master of Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering)EX9Semester (day), Block Mode
Master of Engineering Technology (Mechanical Engineering)EX9Semester (day), Block Mode
Master of Engineering Technology (Mining Engineering)EX9Semester (day), Block Mode
Master of Mining EngineeringEM9Block Mode, Distance