A stream means a version of a degree that can be conceptualised as a separate degree for admission purposes, but that is linked to a set of other streams within a parent or non-streamed degree through shared nomenclature, shared course components and shared rules. In degree nomenclature, streams may be indicated in parentheses following the name of the main degree. Streams can have different ATARs for entry than the ATARs used for the ‘parent’ degree–that is, they can set a separate admission standard from the other degree and may limit the number of students that can enrol in a course of study. Examples are provided below:

• Stream: BArts/BAdvStudies (International and Global Studies): ATAR entry requirement 92.
• Stream: BArts/BAdvStudies (Dalyell): ATAR entry requirement 98.
• Parent or non-streamed degree: BArts/BAdvStudies: ATAR entry requirement 80

A program means a combination of units of study that develops expertise in a multidisciplinary domain or professional or specialist field. Programs are larger volumes of study in a specified area than a 48 credit point major and must include at least one recognised major. Many, but not all programs are associated with streams, and can sometimes only be available to students in that stream. Programs offer students the opportunity to explore their specified area in greater depth, according to specified learning outcomes. Programs are designed to ensure that industry or employment needs that cannot be met by a major are addressed. The available programs are listed in the relevant course resolutions for the associated degree.

A major means a defined sequence of units of study taken by a student, which develops depth of expertise in a field of study. This new definition integrates first year units into the definition of a major and is consistent across the University. A major must contain a 3000-level project unit and a 3000-level unit in which the student develops the capability to utilise disciplinary knowledge in an interdisciplinary context. The requirements of a 3000-level project unit and 3000-level interdisciplinary unit may both be met through a single unit.

The credit point requirement for a major is 48 credit points. There are two ways a major can be structured:

2-2-4 structure

2x1000 level units, 2x2000 level units, 4x3000 level units.

2-3-3 structure

2x1000 level units, 3x2000 level units, 3x3000 level units.

A minor means a defined sequence of units of study taken by a student, which develops expertise in a field of study. All liberal studies degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Commerce) and the specialist degree Bachelor of Economics now require a minor or a second major to be completed.

Students need to take minors from a different subject areas to their major as the new degree structure is based on a breadth requirement.

The credit point requirement for a minor is 36 credit points. There are two ways a minor can be structured:

2-2-2 structure

2-3-1 structure

Unit of study levels

• 1000-level units of study have learning outcomes of a foundational or introductory nature and are designed for students in the first year of a bachelor degree or attempting a discipline area for the first time.
• 2000-level units of study have learning outcomes which assume prior foundational or introductory study and are designed for students who have completed the first year of a bachelor degree.
• 3000-level units of study have learning outcomes designed for students in the third year of a bachelor degree. In 144 credit point bachelor degrees, such units should enable students to demonstrate learning outcomes at a level expected for those completing a bachelor degree at AQF level 7.
• 4000-level units of study have learning outcomes at the advanced or honours level and are designed for students who have already achieved learning outcomes for a 144 credit point pass-level bachelor degree or who are completing the final year of a 192 credit point bachelor degree.

Sharing units between majors

There are different rules for sharing major core units and major selective units of study.

'Major core' unit of study

A major core is a unit of study that must be taken to fulfil the requirements of the major and for which an alternative unit is not available.

Major core units may be shared between two majors (for up to 12 credit points) when they are first year units in the majors. This may occur without additional scrutiny by the faculty beyond that which is normally given to ensure cohesion, rigour and appropriate development and alignment of the learning outcomes for the major. Any overlap within the major core units that occurs beyond first year, should be for sound disciplinary reasons, and an argued case should be considered by the faculty or University School in order to ensure its necessity and that the majors retain their distinctiveness.

'Major selective' unit of study

A major selective is a unit of study that can be taken as part of a major but for which there is an alternative option available. Students cannot double count major selective units towards two majors.

A student wishing to complete two majors with overlapping selective units must choose unique selective units in order to complete the credit point requirements of their majors. 

Table A for each degree lists all the components that are specific to the degree. The components in Table A are not available to students in other degrees unless the faculty chooses to also offer those components in Table S (in which case these components are be listed in Table S) or this is specifically enabled by the degree resolutions of the student’s degree (e.g. BCom students may take subjects from BEc Table A).

The Dalyell stream (Table D) is a targeted stream that offers outstanding students the opportunity to engage in challenging experiences to gain greater breadth and/or depth of learning in their degree and achieve the graduate qualities to a high level. Students who participate in the Dalyell stream are known as the Dalyell Scholars.

As a Dalyell Scholar, you will be challenged academically, have opportunities to cultivate professional expertise and leadership, and become part of a worldwide network of leaders as you join the ranks of our most distinguished alumni.

Table S lists majors, minors and electives are available to all students undertaking a liberal studies degree and selected other degrees. Students in the BAdvStudies must also take a second major from Table S or Table A. Table S is conceptualised as a ‘shared pool’ as its components are not specific to individual degrees.  

Table O lists a collection of two or six credit point units offered in the Open Learning Environment (OLE). OLE units are designed to enable students to build skills and extend knowledge according to their own needs. OLE units are offered in areas such as design thinking, persuasive communication, project management, team leadership and entrepreneurial thinking.