The Advanced Honours Program – Faculty of Arts

The Advanced Honours Program in the Faculty of Arts aims to provide high achieving undergraduate students with a learning environment in which their academic potential and creative excellence is encouraged and nurtured throughout the course of their undergraduate study.

The program runs concurrently alongside a number of degree courses in the Faculty of Arts and comprises seminars, presentations by visiting scholars and artists, forums and workshops during the academic year. Students will also have access to their own academic mentor who will provide individual academic mentoring and advice. To remain in the program students must maintain a distinction average in their study.  Upon successful completion of their undergraduate degree students will gain direct entry into an Honours degree in the Faculty of Arts.

Year 12 students who expect to gain a ATAR score of 90 or above can apply for admission to the Advanced Honours Program within a single or combined degree course in the Faculty of Arts. The Advanced Honours program is available in the BA, BFA, BVC, BMUS and degrees combined with these courses. To apply for entry to an Advanced Honours Program select the relevant admission code, eg. 13AA Bachelor of Arts (Advanced Honours).  For more information about the program and to access the full range of Arts degrees available within the Advanced Honours Program, go to the Faculty of Arts website at http://www.utas.edu.au/arts/advanced_hons.html or email arts.advancedhonours@utas.edu.au.

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Bachelor of Visual Communication (BVC) applicants

As an applicant you will gain automatic entry if you satisfy the University's normal admission requirements, with the addition of at least a passing grade in a practically orientated pre-tertiary Visual Arts or Design subjects or at TAFE certificate IV (or higher, with evidence of some study of Art History or Theory).

If you do not meet these requirements, you can still apply and gain entry to the Bachelor program. You will be required to submit a folio consisting of no more than ten electronic images of work and a statement outlining your interest in the course including any relevant experience or qualifications. Portfolios can be forwarded directly to the School of Art.  Unsuccessful applicants to Bachelor degree courses may instead by offered admission to the Associate Degree in Arts or the Diploma in Fine Art and Design, with the suggestion or requirement of undertaking some bridging or preparatory units such as ESH100 Thinking and Writing at University in their first semester.  After successful completion of 1 or 2 semesters, students can transfer to the BFA/BVC.

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery applicants

Applications for Medicine 2012 have now closed.  Applications for 2013 entry open on 1 August and close at 5pm on Friday, 28 September 2012. Late applications for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M3N, M3NC) will not be considered.

All applicants must complete the course prerequisites, TCE pre-tertiary (or equivalent) Chemistry and English, with a successful result prior to 1 February 2013. Provision of evidence of the successful completion is required by 8 February 2012.

Medical Rural Bonded Scholarship (MRB) - To apply for a Medical Rural Bonded Scholarship at this University, download the MRBS expression of interest form from the Tasmanian School of Medicine website. Forms are available after 1 August at http://www.utas.edu.au/medicine/study/future-students/future-mbbs-students/mrbs-scheme. Send the completed form to the School of Medicine. The Admissions Office does not manage this process.

Bonded Medical Places (BMP) Scheme (M3NC) - Applicants selecting this preference need to be aware that there is no financial scholarship attached to these places and should look at the information provided by the Australian Government at this website: http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/work-st-bmp (Applicants who express interest in a BMP do not forfeit their eligibility to be offered a non-bonded place).

Alternative pathways into Medicine

For information about alternative pathways to the MBBS, please visit http://www.utas.edu.au/medicine/study/future-students/future-mbbs-students/alternative-entry-pathway

Bachelor of Pharmacy

UTAS will accept into the Bachelor of Pharmacy 5 or more Australian applicants each year on the basis of performance in any UTAS course. To be eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Pharmacy, applicants must have:

• completed a full-time year of study at UTAS (with a 100% study load weighting) in the year prior to the proposed Pharmacy enrolment;

• achieved a Grade Point Average of at least 5 (a Credit average)

• have Year 12 Maths Applied, equivalent or higher, and Year 12 Chemistry, equivalent or higher. Please note that both the UTAS Mathematics and Chemistry Foundation Units completed before the start of the semester in February will allow an applicant to meet the Maths and Chemistry pre-requisites for admission to the Bachelor of Pharmacy.

Students who complete appropriate units in one of the below listed courses, prior to applying for admission to Pharmacy, may be eligilbe for direct entry into year two of the Bachelor of Pharmacy degree, conditional on successful completion of the summer unit CSA111 Transition to Pharmacy Practice.  If you are not eligible for direct entry into year two, there may still be credit available but this may not necessarily reduce the Degree from four years to three. Interested students should seek advice from the School of Pharmacy about units that may attract credit prior to undertaking the alternative entry program.

Credit will be assessed for units completed in:

• Bachelor of Biotechnology and Medical Research

• Bachelor of Biomedical Science

• Bachelor of Health Science

• Bachelor of Environmental Science

• Bachelor of Science

• The Associate Degree in Science

Bachelor of Paramedic Practice

The Bachelor of Paramedic Practice is offered at our Hobart campus in Tasmania, and in NSW at the Rozelle campus. The course is quota restricted (a quota being a limited number of places available to be offered), and therefore entry to this course is competitive.

Applicants will be assessed to ensure they meet the University’s General Entry Requirements (GER) and will then be ranked in one of the following categories:
• YEAR 12 APPLICANTS will be ranked on their ATAR
• TERTIARY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS will be ranked on their tertiary study
• TAFE/AQF & MATURE AGE qualified applicants will be required to take the UNIselect Test and will be ranked on the test result.

There is no charge for the UNIselect test. The UNIselect test is administered by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). More information about this test can be found at www.acer.edu.au/uniselect. Online applicants will be booked into a test within the online application system. Applicants who apply by paper will be contacted by the School of Medicine to arrange a test booking.

Australian Maritime College (AMC)

AMC is a specialist institute of the University and it offers both Vocational (VET) courses and Higher Education (HE) courses.

If you are unsure whether the course you are applying for is Higher Education or VET, please contact the Uni Info Centre on 1300 363 864.

Vocational (VET) Courses

AMC offers the following VET courses and applicants for entry into one of these courses should visit http://www.amc.edu.au/vocational-training or phone 1800 030 277.

Seafarer Courses (HE)

If you are applying for entry into one of the AMC’s ocean seafarer programmes, please select the appropriate course as follows:

Students who intend to undertake an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) oral examination for a seagoing Certificate of Competency on completion of this course, will be required to undertake a sea-time assessment with AMSA prior to the oral examination, as per AMSA Marine Orders, Part 3.  This would usually require students to have employment, a traineeship or cadetship with a shipping company.  For further information, visit www.amsa.gov.au.

Students should also be aware of AMSA approved Medical requirements and eyesight test for J1U Diploma of Applied Science (Deck Watchkeeper), J1V Diploma of Applied Science (Mate/Master <500gt), J2V Advanced Diploma of Applied Science (Chief Mate/Master) and J2XAdvanced Diploma of Marine Engineering (Chief Engineer).

Higher Education (HE) Courses

If you are applying for entry into any other AMC course, please follow the standard University application process.

Law and Combined Law degree entry requirements

Year 12 (direct entry) applicants

The Faculty of Law will have a limited number of direct entry places available into the combined Bachelor of Laws degrees. To be eligible for entry applicants will need a minimum ATAR score of 90.

If you wish to apply for one of these places, and you are a Year 12 applicant, please put the relevant degree with Introduction to Law as your first preference. For example, if you wish to be considered for the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws (combined) indicate this by applying for Bachelor of Economics (+ Introduction to Law and Legal Systems). If you then achieve the required entry score, and there are enough places available, you will automatically be placed into the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws (combined). Students are still required to complete the first year in another faculty (75%) in addition to the units LAW121 Introduction to Law and LAW122 Legal Systems.

Non year 12 applicants

If you do not have an ATAR of 90 or are applying as a non-Year 12, you may still apply for entry. You should apply for a relevant degree with the units LAW121 Introduction to Law and LAW122 Legal Systems in 2011 and be assessed at the end of the first year of study for transfer to a combined or straight Law degree.

University/Graduate applicants

If you have already completed an undergraduate Bachelor’s degree, or have successfully completed one year in another faculty including the subjects LAW121 Introduction to Law and LAW122 Legal Systems, you are eligible to apply for any of the Faculty of Law courses. Entry into these courses is based on academic performance in prior university studies.

Programs to prepare you for tertiary study

The University of Tasmania (UTAS) recognises that starting or resuming study can be a daunting experience. To make it easier for you to adjust to and ultimately succeed in your studies, UTAS offers a wide range of programs aimed at equipping you with the appropriate skills and knowledge you will need to succeed at University, including in areas such as IT, communications and critical thinking.

UTAS Transition Programs assist in developing skills in areas such as IT, communications and critical thinking.  These programs range from a 5 day pre-semester course through to a full year of preparation.

UTAS Bridging Programs and Foundation Units offer subject-specific units of study, suitable for people who do not have the necessary pre-requisite subjects to embark on their chosen degree. 

The following information provides a general overview of the programs that are availablethat are designed to help prepare you to succeed in your studies. If you would like any more specific information or guidance about which program would best suit you please contact course.info@utas.edu.au or call 1300 363 864 http://www.utas.edu.au.

Transition Programs

University Preparation Program (UPP)

A pre-university program to help potential students prepare for university study. The program offers a mix of face-to-face classes and HELP sessions on each campus with online delivery for distance students. Students may enrol in one unit in order to address a specific need or up to four units per semester for a more thorough preparation. The program can be completed in one year full time study and successful completion of 8 units meets General Entry Requirements. There are a number of units offered which develop study skills, academic writing, bridging maths and effective use of technology.

The University Preparation Program also offers an Intensive Summer Program during January/February for those already accepted into a degree.

Campus: Hobart, Launceston, Cradle Coast & Distance

Dates: Semesters 1 & 2

Contact: UPP Office: 6324 3714 or upp.course@utas.edu.au

Fee: For fees and charges see www.utas.edu.au/enrol/enabling

Web: http://www.futurestudents.utas.edu.au/UniversityPreparationProgram.html

Unistart (XAA001)

This program aims to help students transition into studying at university and to develop essential academic skills required for independent learning and success. Skills such as critical thinking, academic reading and essay writing are addressed. The program is offered in an On-campus mode at various UTAS campuses, or in a fully online Distance mode. Both modes commence prior to semester to give students a chance to develop essential skills before their classes start. Both modes are supported by online resources available throughout the year.

Dates: Program offerings commence prior to Semesters 1 & 2.  Refer to www.utas.edu.au/unistart for exact program dates or contact The Centre for Advancement of Learning and Teaching (CALT).

Contact: Hobart & Distance enquiries telephone (03) 6226 7251, Launceston, Cradle Coast, Rozelle & Darlinghurst enquiries telephone (03) 6324 3504, or email enquiries@calt.utas.edu.au  

Fee: This program is free for HECS eligible students

Web: http://www.utas.edu.au/unistart

Riawunna Programs

The following programs are available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students only. There is no fee for participation.

Orientation and Assessment Program

This is an introductory program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

Campus: Hobart, Launceston & Cradle Coast

Dates: Early February and June (one day program)

Murina (Preparation Pathway) to Higher Education

This is an enabling program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Run over two 13-week semesters.

Campus: Hobart & Launceston & Cradle Coast

Dates: Semester 1 Feb 27 – Jun 1, Semester 2 Jul 16 – Oct 19

Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme (ITAS)

Individual or group tuition for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander undergraduate students.

Campus: Hobart, Launceston & Cradle Coast

Dates: Semester 1 Feb 27 – Jun 1, Semester 2 Jul 16 – Oct 19

Contacts for all Riawunna Programs

Hobart: Jaime Cave (03) 6226 2772 or Jaime.Cave@utas.edu.au

Launceston: Meegan Davey (03) 6324 3069 or Meegan.Davey@utas.edu.au

Cradle Coast: Krystelle Jordan (03) 6430 4505 or Krystelle.Jordan@utas.edu.au

Web: http://fcms.its.utas.edu.au/arts/riawunna/

Foundation and Bridging Programs

Biostart (CXA001)

Offered in Summer School in Launceston for Bachelor of Health Science, Bachelor of Education (Health & Physical Education) and Bachelor of Physical Activity Studies, Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced Standing) and Riawunna students without a pre-tertiary science background.  Biostart is also suitable for alternative entry and mature age students returning to study. This unit is offered to Bachelor of Nursing students only in Winter Semester in Launceston, Hobart, Rozelle and St Vincent's Sydney.

Campus: Launceston, Rozelle & St Vincent's Sydney

Dates: Summer School: Launceston, Winter School: Launceston, Rozelle & St Vincent’s.

Contact: Janine.Tarr@utas.edu.au or (03) 6324 5489, Christa.Moch@utas.edu.au (Launceston and Hobart) (03) 6324 5491 or Kylie.Hoffman@utas.edu.au or (02) 8382 4823 (Sydney Campuses-Winter School only)

Fee: For fees and charges see www.utas.edu.au/enrol/enabling

Web: http://www.studentcentre.utas.edu.au/admissions/guide/ug_enabling.html

Thinking and Writing at University (ESH100)

If you want to learn how to gain greater mastery in your academic writing and learning skills, this unit is for you. Topics covered include essay writing skills, analysing and structuring arguments, tertiary literacy, and finding and using evidence. The unit also focuses on how to gain maximum engagement in your academic studies, addressing areas such as overcoming procrastination and time management. It provides a strong foundation for all of your other university studies.

Campus: Cradle Coast, Hobart & Launceston and on-line

Dates: Semesters 1 & 2

Contact: Dr Kerry Howells (03) 6226 2567 Kerry.Howells@utas.edu.au

Fee: For fees and charges see www.utas.edu.au/enrol/enabling

Computer Applications (KXX001)

Students develop their general knowledge of, and skill in, using common applications that are immediately useful to them in their studies. The use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in society, and in professional life, is widespread. How they are used and what they can enable people to do is still evolving, and at a rapid rate. These issues are introduced and discussed in this unit.

Campus: Hobart & Launceston

Dates: Semester 1

Contact: Soon-ja Yeom (03) 6226 2963 or S.Yeom@utas.edu.au

Fee: For fees and charges see www.utas.edu.au/enrol/enabling

Introduction to Quantitative Methods (BMA109)

This unit provides an introduction to quantitative methods for students who do not have the mathematics prerequisite for enrolment in BEA140 Quantitative Methods. The major objective of the unit is to remove any maths phobia experienced by first year students and along the way to provide a first acquaintance of business study applications of these techniques. The unit leads gently into the elementary aspects of BEA140 Quantitative Methods.

Campus: Cradle Coast, Hobart, Launceston & Distance

Dates: Semesters 1 & 2

Contact: Faculty of Business by telephone on 1800 030 955 or by email to enquiries@business.utas.edu.au

Fee: For fees and charges see www.utas.edu.au/enrol/enabling

Chemistry Foundation Unit (KRA001)

Essential knowledge and practical skills to satisfy prerequisites for first year units requiring chemistry.  This is a self-paced program, requiring online computer access and compulsory attendance at laboratory and tutorial sessions. Students need to have been offered a place at the University to undertake this unit.

Campus: Hobart & Launceston

Dates:  Semester 1, 2 (Hobart only) & 3

Contacts:  Kylie.Dobson@utas.edu.au or www.utas.edu.au/chem

Fee: For fees and charges see www.utas.edu.au/enrol/enabling

Web: http://www.utas.edu.au/chem/chemfoundationunit.html

Life Science Foundation Unit (KPZ005)

Essential knowledge and practical skills for students in introductory Biological Science. This unit provides guidance to the standards required in first year Life Science studies. Comprises 15 x 2 hour tutorials (30 contact hours) over five days with a supplementary online component. Students need to have been offered a place at the University and be enrolled in first year Plant Science or Zoology to undertake this unit.

Campus: Hobart

Dates: Feb 20-24, 2012

Contacts: School of Plant Science: (03) 6226 2603 or Rob.Wiltshire@utas.edu.au School of Zoology: (03) 6226 2613 or S.M.Jones@utas.edu.au or Felicity.Wilkinson@utas.edu.au

Fee: For fees and charges see www.utas.edu.au/enrol/enabling

Physics Foundation Unit (KYA004)

Essential physics for interested students, this unit satisfies the prerequisite for first year Physics units. This unit is taught over a 6 week period through a combination of independent learning, lectures and tutorials during the Spring Semester (Nov/Dec) of each year.  This is an extremely fast paced unit and students are advised they are required to allow a minimum of 20 hours per week for independent study.

Dates: 7 Nov - 16 Dec 2011, 5 Nov - 14 Dec 2012

Contact: Karen Bradford (03) 6226 2439 or Karen.Bradford@utas.edu.au

Fee: For fees and charges see www.utas.edu.au/enrol/enabling

Mathematics Foundation Unit (KMA003)

For students who plan to enrol in a first year unit in Computing, Science or Engineering that has mathematics prerequisites. This unit is taught through a combination of independent learning, lectures and tutorials in the Summer and Winter semesters of each year. This is an extremely fast paced unit and students are advised they are required to allow a minimum of 20 hours per week for independent study.

Campus: Hobart & Launceston, Cradle Coast & Distance

Dates: Jan 5 – Feb 17 2012 (Burnie*, Launceston*, Hobart & distance) *subject to sufficient numbers
Jun 4 – Jul 13 2012 (Hobart & distance education only)

Contact: Karen Bradford (03) 6226 2439 or Karen.Bradford@utas.edu.au

Fee: For fees and charges see www.utas.edu.au/enrol/enabling

Course Structures

Standard course structures

UTAS is implementing standard course structures for undergraduate degrees from 2010.

What does this mean for students?

Students commencing in a new course from 2010 will be in the new degree structures.  In the transition phase, the majority of students who began their course pre-2010 will be able to transfer to the new degrees structures in 2011.

Some of the benefits are:

• greater flexibility within the degree rules, which will allow you to study subjects from different disciplines outside the degree schedule more easily through student electives, allowing you the choice of gaining a greater breadth of knowledge and skills from your degree
• standard structures which will allow you to manage your own enrolment more easily
• easier identification of majors, which, in conjunction with the introduction of a new student information management system through the SLIMS project, will allow majors to be identified on your academic transcript
  

New terminology

The terminology will be updated and applied more consistently. To reflect the fact that subjects of all levels may be studied in different years of your degree and that many students study part-time, the terms will be:

The components in degrees will be more consistently described as:

Student electives

• Student elective units may be chosen from any unit offered by the University that is identified as a Student elective, which you are eligible to enrol in (usually by meeting the pre-requisite requirements), and for which, in the case of units with a quota on enrolments, there is a place available for you.
• When choosing Student elective units, the units must be within the minimum and maximum numbers of units required at each level (i.e. introductory, intermediate or advanced) within the degree.
• Some degree sample plans may provide suggestions on appropriate units to be taken as Student electives; you are not obliged to follow these suggestions.
  

The information on the Course and Unit Handbook for your degree will advise you of the modules and units available and what you need to study to complete the requirements for your degree.