European studies
Why study European studies?
If you are an undergraduate student with a strong academic record, Honours in European Studies gives you the opportunity to pursue a year long program of study (two years part-time) which combines coursework and research in a specialised area of knowledge. You can also elect to undertake a combined Honours year and gain expertise in two areas of study for a broad-ranging qualification. Complete the Honours program with a high overall grade to qualify for entry into the Masters by Research program or by direct entry into the PhD program.
Career opportunities
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Course information
Local students
Structure
Coursework
Two coursework subjects (20% of final mark).
Seminars
Attendance at and participation in the History Honours General Seminar in both first and second semesters, including an examination. (10% of the final mark)
A thesis (12 000 – 15 000 words)
The writing of a thesis, carried out under the guidance of a supervisor. The thesis is designed to test your potential to conduct individual academic research, and conceive and carry out a research plan, to analyse and interpret data, to construct arguments, and produce a substantial piece of work.
Entry requirements
To apply for entry to honours you are expected to have completed a Bachelor degree in European Studies with at least 130 credit points of European Studies subjects and a 75% average or better. Or you are expected to have completed a Bachelor’s degree sub-majoring in European Studies or majoring in History and/or Politics with a 75% average or better.
How to apply
If you are interested in undertaking an honours year in European Studies you should:
- Discuss ideas for a thesis topic with your lecturers and tutors
- Secure the agreement of a supervisor
- Apply in writing for admission by the first Monday in November in the year prior to starting Honours. Your letter should include:
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- A 200-300 word abstract of your thesis research topic ((which may develop later in different ways)
- Statement of results
- Subjects you intend to study at Honours level
- Whether you wish to complete the course part-time or full-time
Download an application form [PDF 1.9MB] or contact the European studies department on (03) 9479 2428 or europeanstudies@latrobe.edu.au for further information.
International students
Structure
Coursework
Two coursework subjects (20% of final mark).
Seminars
Attendance at and participation in the History Honours General Seminar in both first and second semesters, including an examination. (10% of the final mark)
A thesis (12 000 – 15 000 words)
The writing of a thesis, carried out under the guidance of a supervisor. The thesis is designed to test your potential to conduct individual academic research, and conceive and carry out a research plan, to analyse and interpret data, to construct arguments, and produce a substantial piece of work.
Entry requirements
To apply for entry to honours you are expected to have completed a Bachelor degree in European Studies with at least 130 credit points of European Studies subjects and a 75% average or better. Or you are expected to have completed a Bachelor’s degree sub-majoring in European Studies or majoring in History and/or Politics with a 75% average or better.
How to apply
If you are interested in undertaking an honours year in European Studies you should:
- Discuss ideas for a thesis topic with your lecturers and tutors
- Secure the agreement of a supervisor
- Apply in writing for admission by the first Monday in November in the year prior to starting Honours. Your letter should include:
-
- A 200-300 word abstract of your thesis research topic ((which may develop later in different ways)
- Statement of results
- Subjects you intend to study at Honours level
- Whether you wish to complete the course part-time or full-time
Contact the Faculty Office for application form and information.
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Overseas study opportunities
Available to students of Archaeology, Art History, History, European and Greek Studies, the Classical Association of Victoria, La Trobe University and the University of Melbourne are each offering a scholarship, in association with the Australian Archaeological Institute at Athens (AAIA), to enable three Honours or Postgraduate students to travel to Greece to undertake academic research. For further information please contact Roger Scott, r.scott@unimelb.edu.au or Jenny Webb, jenny.webb@latrobe.edu.au
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