Bachelor of Education with Honours

Southern Cross University

The Bachelor of Education (Honours) is a one-year program designed for high-achieving students who have successfully completed an undergraduate education degree. This Honours year offers an opportunity to deepen expertise in the field of education, enhance career prospects, and establish a pathway into doctoral research.This program enables students to:Extend their academic and professional understanding as expert educatorsImprove employment and academic opportunitiesPrepare for entry into a PhD program in EducationAdmission to the Honours program is competitive and offered to the highest performing education graduates. Students who complete the Honours degree with strong results may also become eligible for scholarships to support future PhD studies.The curriculum includes advanced units in educational research skills and research methodology, preparing students to undertake a substantial research project on a topic of their interest. This project, typically presented as a written thesis, is carried out under the guidance of an experienced academic supervisor. The Honours experience is research-intensive, positioning students as emerging scholars who contribute meaningfully to the Faculty of Education’s research culture.

Faculty of Education