FACULTY OF LAW, BUSINESS AND THE CREATIVE ARTS

FACULTY OF LAW, BUSINESS AND THE CREATIVE ARTS — POSTGRADUATE AWARD REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL

1.1 AWARDS

The graduate degrees shall be:

1.2 There shall be awards of:

1.3 Higher Doctorate awards associated with this Faculty shall be:

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Business Administration (hereinafter referred to as the ‘coursework’ degree) if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree, equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 has completed the requirements for the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration from this University.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

Maximum four years from commencement date.

3. A candidate for the coursework degree shall complete the requirements in not fewer than two semesters nor more than three calendar years in the case of a full-time student and in not fewer than four semesters and not more than four calendar years in the case of a part-time student.

4. PROGRAM OF STUDY – COURSEWORK CANDIDATES

A candidate shall follow the prescribed course of study of subjects totalling 36 units.

5. The faculty may give credit for up to 18 units on the basis of successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration at this University; or in the event that any subject(s) were completed at another institution of higher education, then the faculty will determine the extent of any credits.

6. Notwithstanding the provisions of Requirement 5, a person who has completed the 18 units specified for the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration course shall only be given credit for those subjects if:

• 6.1 the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration has not been awarded in which case that person’s enrolment shall be transferred to this course;

• 6.2 the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration has been awarded it shall be surrendered before the candidate may be awarded the coursework degree.

7. To complete the Masters, a candidate shall satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements set out in subject outlines and approved by the faculty.

8. PROGRAM OF STUDY – MBA SPECIALISATIONS

Candidates can undertake specialisations within the degree by completing 24 units of prescribed degree subjects plus 12 units of additional specialised subjects as approved by the faculty.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (INTERNATIONAL) (FULL-TIME)

Note: The Master of Business Administration (International) has been disestablished. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the award.

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Business Administration (International) if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree either from this University or from another institution of higher education approved by the faculty; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 1.1.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

Candidature shall commence on the first day of February or July.

3.1 A candidate shall complete the requirements for the degree in at least three semesters of study one of which can be a summer semester. This period may be extended by the Executive Dean.

3.2 A candidate may apply at any time to the Executive Dean to have his or her candidature suspended for a period not exceeding one year. If approved, this period of suspension will not apply to the calculation of the maximum period prescribed in Requirement 3.1.

4. PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate shall follow the course of studies shown under Postgraduate Courses.

5. The Executive Dean, on the recommendation of the Head of the appropriate School, may give credit for up to two subjects in the postgraduate majors on the basis of equivalent subjects completed at this University or another institution approved by the faculty.

6. To complete a subject a candidate shall satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements designated by the relevant Head of School and approved by the faculty.

7. Except with the approval of the Executive Dean, a candidate may not enrol for any subject until credit has been obtained for any prerequisite subject or subjects as listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

8. The degree of Master of Business Administration (International) shall be awarded in the following classes:

• Distinction

• Pass.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (AND REVERSE ORDER OF DEGREES)

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology section of this Handbook.

MASTER OF COMMERCE, MASTER OF ECONOMICS AND MASTER OF ADMINISTRATION (TOURISM)

1. FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME

A candidate for the degree of Master of Commerce, the degree of Master of Economics or the degree of Master of Administration (Tourism) may pursue the program of study as a full-time or part-time student.

1.1 ADMISSION — APPLICATION

An application to enrol for any of the above degrees shall be submitted to the Registrar and shall be accompanied by a proposal of the program of study for the purpose of obtaining the degree. In the case of a person relying on qualifications from another university the application shall also be accompanied by evidence of qualifications to be a candidate.

1.2 ADMISSION — CONSULTATION

Before applying for admission an intending candidate shall consult with the Head of the School as to qualifications and as to the work to be carried out within the proposed course of study.

1.3 ADMISSION — ENROLMENT

If the Executive Dean approves the enrolment the candidate shall lodge with the Registrar a higher degree enrolment form.

1.4 ADMISSION — ACADEMIC PREREQUISITES

A person may enrol for a Master’s degree if, in the field (Commerce, Computer Science, Economics, Econometrics, Mathematics and Statistics, French, Geography, History and Political Science or Tourism) in which the degree is sought, that person:

• has qualified in this University for the degree of Bachelor of Administration (Accounting), Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Economics, Bachelor of Management or Bachelor of Administration (Tourism) with first or second class honours; or

• holds from another university a qualification regarded by the faculty as at least equivalent to the qualification listed in (a); or

• has qualified in this University for the Postgraduate Diploma of Commerce or the Postgraduate Diploma of Economics at credit level; or

• holds a pass degree and since graduation has acquired professional and practical qualifications of a kind regarded by the Executive Dean as equivalent to at least a second class honours degree provided also that such a candidate shall complete any additional work (including pass degree subjects) as the Head of the appropriate School may prescribe.

1.5 MINIMUM PERIOD OF STUDY

A candidate shall pursue at this University the program of study and/or research approved by the faculty for not less than one calendar year nor more than two calendar years in the case of a full-time student and for not less than two calendar years nor more than four calendar years in the case of a part-time student. This maximum period may be extended by the Executive Dean on the recommendation of the relevant Head of School.

1.6 A candidate may apply at any time to the Executive Dean to have his or her candidature suspended for a period not exceeding one year. If approved, this period of suspension will not apply to the calculation of the maximum period prescribed in Requirement 1.5.

1.7 COMMENCEMENT DATE

The date upon which candidature begins shall be determined by the Executive Dean.

2. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Evaluation predominantly by thesis

2.1 Subject to the general direction of the Head of School concerned a candidate shall pursue the course of study and the preparation of the thesis under the immediate direction of a supervisor appointed by the Executive Dean after consultation with the Head of School. The candidate shall attend such classes and do such work as the Head of the School or the supervisor may require and shall attend at the University for consultation with the supervisor as and when the supervisor may require.

2.2 PROGRESS REPORTS

A candidate shall submit to the Executive Dean, through the supervisor, half-yearly reports each of not more than two hundred and fifty words on progress in the course of study and research.

2.3 THESIS

A candidate shall submit a thesis on a subject approved by the faculty.

2.4 The thesis may not be submitted until the candidate has completed the approved course of study and research. Before submitting the thesis the candidate shall obtain the advice and comments of the supervisor on the final draft thereof.

2.5 Two copies of the thesis, bound in the prescribed way, shall be submitted.

2.6 OTHER ORIGINAL WORK

Other original work of the candidate relevant to the program of research being carried out by the candidate may be submitted in addition to the thesis for consideration by the examiners.

2.7 THESIS EXAMINATION

The thesis and any other original work submitted by the candidate shall be referred to at least two examiners appointed by the Executive Dean on the recommendation of the appropriate Head of School, at least one of whom shall be external to this University unless the faculty in special circumstances determines otherwise. The examiners shall submit to the faculty through the Registrar their recommendations as to whether the thesis is of sufficient merit to warrant the awarding of the Masters degree. The examiners may require the candidate to submit to a written or oral examination on the subject of the thesis.

3. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Evaluation predominantly by coursework

3.1 The candidate shall undertake a prescribed course of study and have satisfied written, practical and other examination requirements designated by the Head of the School and approved by the faculty. The submission of the original and two copies of a dissertation
The form of presentation of dissertation or thesis is available at the University Library. on an approved research topic may be required as part of the examination.

3.2 EXAMINATION

The Executive Dean, on the advice of the Head of the School in which the candidate is registered, shall appoint at least two examiners one of whom shall be external to the University.

3.3 The faculty, on considering the reports of the examiners, may recommend the award of the degree, refuse the degree or require the candidate to submit to a further examination.

3.4 Before re-assessment, which will be within a period not exceeding one calendar year, the candidate may be required to

• pursue a program of additional study and/or

• re-submit the dissertation, either re-written or including further research material.

A candidate who fails to satisfy the examiners at the second attempt shall not again be eligible for candidature for a Masters degree in the same discipline.

4. AWARDS

Candidates who have fulfilled the conditions prescribed and have satisfied the examiners shall be recommended for the award of the degree of Master of Commerce, the degree of Master of Economics or the degree of Master of Administration (Tourism), the latter (by research only).

MASTER OF CREATIVE ARTS

Note: The requirements for this degree should be read in conjunction with the University requirements for the award of the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.

1. ENTITLEMENT TO ENROL

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Creative Arts if that person:

• 1.1 has completed at this University the requirements for a bachelor’s honours degree in Communication Design, Music, Photography, Theatre or Visual Arts, with Honours awarded in Class I or Class II; or

• 1.2 has completed at this or another University or institution of higher education, an appropriate tertiary qualification deemed equivalent to the conditions of Requirement 1.1 by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of College; or

• 1.3 has passed an appropriate qualifying course; or

• 1.4 can satisfy the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of the College of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre, that he or she has nationally recognised professional standing and is capable of undertaking a thesis at Master’s level. Evidence of high standing shall normally include (a) exhibitions, performances, or awards and (b) testimonials from at least three recognised artistic practitioners and/or academic referees. Applicants shall also attend an interview-audition and submit original work as required; or

• 1.5 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to the requirements of 1.1.

2. TIME FOR ENROLMENT

An application to enrol for the degree shall be lodged with the Registrar at least eight weeks before the date on which candidature is proposed to commence.

3. LENGTH OF COURSE

A full-time candidate shall normally complete the requirements for the degree in not less than one year nor more than two years and a part-time candidate in not less than two years nor more than four years.

4. FIELD OF STUDY

A candidate shall pursue research and creative activities as negotiated with the Head of College of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre.

5. REQUIREMENTS

A candidate shall be required to complete and submit for examination as directed by the Head of College an integrated project including: (a) creative work in the chosen discipline(s); (b) appropriate documentary evidence of the creative practice underpinning the work; (c) a thesis of at least 30,000 words synthesising the research and creative practice.

6. No integrated project shall be accepted for examination if the substance has been published prior to candidature or accepted for a degree or diploma in another institution.

7. ASSESSMENT

On completion of the work the candidate shall lodge with the Registrar three copies of the thesis prepared in accordance with directions given to candidates from time to time.

8. EXAMINATION

Two examiners shall be appointed, at least one of whom shall be external to the University, to examine the thesis and associated practical submission.

MASTER OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

A Master of Dispute Resolution may be undertaken in the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts. To be awarded the Masters degree, students must have completed a minimum of 36 units of study at the postgraduate level (level 5). These units will comprise four background subjects (12 units), four core subjects (12 units) and a further 12 units of elective subjects shown under Postgraduate Courses.

2. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A person may enrol for the Master of Dispute Resolution if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for a bachelor degree, provided that the Program Director is satisfied that the standard and subjects of the previous studies are adequate for the field of study being selected; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Program Director as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

As the course is offered in flexible delivery format, students obtaining credit for the background subjects may complete the course in one year of full-time study or two years part-time.

4. SPECIAL NOTES/REQUIREMENTS

Students will be expected to allow 95 hours of study time and 35 hours of teacher contact time per three unit subject. Course delivery and method of teacher contact will have some degree of flexibility to take account of the international nature of the student body.

5. ASSESSMENT AND RESULTS

There will be no examinations. Assessment will consist of a written paper for each subject, in addition to the other requirements such as full attendance at block mode workshops and completion of other assigned activities. Participation in workshops will be assessed according to the University’s policy on alternative forms of invigilated assessment. Grades will be assigned according to the standard University system.

6. PREREQUISITES

The core subjects will be prerequisites for any of the elective subjects.

6. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

Applicants with relevant professional experience/previous training may be given credit for up to 12 units, subject to the faculty’s existing policies and procedures for recognition of prior learning. In addition, students who have previously completed Trillium’s courses in negotiation, mediation and advanced mediation can apply for credit for the workshop (face-to-face experiential learning activities) component of the first three core subjects.

7. WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COURSE

Students who complete the core 12 units of study will be able to exit the courses and receive a Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution and those who complete the core 12 units of study and 12 units of electives (24 units) will be entitled to receive a Graduate Diploma in Dispute Resolution.

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A candidate for the Master of International Professional Accounting:

• 1.1 must have completed an undergraduate degree from James Cook University or from another higher education institution; or

• 1.2 have other qualifications and experience deemed equivalent to those specified in 1.1.

2. PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate for the award must:

• 2.1 complete the program of study specified under Postgraduate Courses; and

• 2.2 obtain a minimum of 36 units or a maximum of 48 units, unless credit is granted for prior studies.

3. CREDIT FOR PRIOR STUDIES

Credit for significant and relevant prior studies may be granted to a maximum of 12 units.

4. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

Candidature for the award may be by full-time or part-time study.

5.1 Full-time candidates normally should pursue a minimum of 9 units and a maximum of 12 units in each period of enrolment.

5.2 Part-time candidates normally should pursue a minimum of 3 units and a maximum of 6 units in each period of enrolment.

6. PROGRESSION

The progression of each candidate shall be reviewed at the end of each period of enrolment.

7.1 Guidance on a program of study may be provided to candidates as an outcome of this review.

7.2 Enrolment may be suspended or terminated if progression is deemed unsatisfactory following the review.

8. COURSE REQUIREMENTS

The course involves a Core Program and an optional Extension Program.

9.1 Students should complete the Core Program of 36 units shown under Postgraduate Courses.

9.2 Students may choose to extend their Core Program by12 units, drawn from subjects which meet membership requirements of CPA Australia.

MASTER OF LAWS (BY THESIS OR COURSEWORK)

1. ENTITLEMENT TO ENROL

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Laws by thesis or coursework if that person:

• 1.1 has completed the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Laws with Honours at this University or at another university or institution of higher education which in the opinion of the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of the School maintains standards comparable to those applicable at this University; or

• 1.2 has passed the Research Methods course in accordance with the Requirements; or

• 1.3 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School as equivalent to 1.1.

TIME FOR ENROLMENT (COURSEWORK)

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Laws by coursework if that person:

2.1 has completed the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Laws at this University or at another University or institution of higher education which in the opinion of the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School maintains standards comparable to those applicable at this University; or

2.2 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School as equivalent to the requirements of 2.1.

3.1 TIME FOR ENROLMENT (THESIS)

An application to enrol for the degree containing a proposed program of research to be pursued by the applicant shall be lodged with the Registrar at least one month before the date on which candidature is proposed to commence. Before submitting the application the applicant shall consult with the Head of School and obtain approval for the proposed program of research. The title of the proposed research topic and the name of the proposed supervisor shall be submitted for the approval of the faculty by the Head of School within two months of the lodgement of the application to enrol.

3.2 Where the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School is satisfied, by reason of the place of residence or nature of employment of a person who applies to be admitted as a candidate for the degree, that the Head of School or any supervisor will be unable to exercise adequate supervision over the work of that person, the faculty may reject the candidature of that person.

4.1 MASTERS OF LAWS (BY THESIS)

A candidate shall pursue research for the degree under the direction of a supervisor appointed by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School.

4.2 Where the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School is satisfied, by reason of a change in the circumstances of a person who has been admitted as a candidate for the degree, that the Head of School or any supervisor will be unable to continue to exercise adequate supervision over the work of that person, the faculty may terminate the candidature of that person.

5.1 LENGTH OF COURSE

The candidature of every candidate shall commence on the date approved by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School. Such date shall be notified in writing to the candidate as soon as possible after such approval has been given.

5.2 Unless the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School approves an extension of time, or special circumstances justifying a departure from this Requirement exist, a full-time candidate shall complete the requirements for the degree in not less than one year nor more than three years from the date referred to in 5.1 and a part-time candidate shall complete the requirements for the degree in not less than two years and not more than six years from such date.

5.3 Notwithstanding anything contained in 5.2, the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School may in special circumstances allow a candidate to suspend his/her candidature for such period as the faculty determines. The period of such suspension shall not be taken into account in determining whether a candidate has satisfied the requirements of the degree within the period prescribed by these Requirements.

5.4 A candidate shall, before 1 November in each year, submit a progress report to the candidate’s supervisor for forwarding to the Head of School. Failure without reasonable excuse to submit a report within one month of the due date will constitute a failure to maintain satisfactory progress for the purposes of Requirement 6 hereof.

6. UNSATISFACTORY PROGRESS

The candidature of a candidate may be terminated by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School if in the opinion of the faculty, the candidate has not maintained satisfactory progress in his/her work towards the degree.

7.1 REQUIREMENTS

A candidate enrolled for the degree shall be required to complete and submit for examination a thesis on the research topic approved by the faculty. The thesis must demonstrate the candidate’s ability to carry out independent research, to marshal logically and appropriately and to analyse and assess the material produced by that research and to express clearly and effectively the conclusions to be drawn from that analysis and assessment.

7.2 A candidate shall not without the consent of the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School submit as a thesis or as part thereof work previously accepted for a degree or diploma.

8.1 ASSESSMENT

A candidate shall lodge with the Registrar three bound copies of the thesis prepared in accordance with directions given to candidates from time to time by the Council of the University and the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School.
The thesis shall be written in English and should not normally exceed 250 typewritten double-spaced A4 pages and should be prepared in accordance with the paper Presentation of Legal Theses by E.M. Campbell. It should include a title page, table of contents, cases and statutes, bibliography and a one page summary of the course of the argument. The title and author should be lettered on the spine. If the thesis is passed by the examiners a copy will be placed in the Library and the thesis should therefore be free from errors, deletions and additions. The thesis shall contain a statement signed by the candidate that the thesis is the work of the candidate alone, except where due acknowledgement is made in the text, and does not include material which has been previously accepted for a degree or diploma.

8.2 The thesis submitted by a candidate shall be referred to two examiners appointed by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School of whom not more than one will normally be a member of the academic staff of this University. Except in exceptional circumstances, the candidate’s supervisor shall not be appointed as an examiner.

8.3 In addition to the thesis, a candidate may submit for consideration by the examiners other research work by that candidate, whether published or not.

8.4 Any examiner may require a candidate to be examined orally on the subject of that candidate’s thesis.

8.5 Each examiner shall report to the faculty on that examiner’s examination of the thesis and on whether in the opinion of that examiner the thesis is of sufficient merit. Each examiner shall recommend —

• 8.5.1 that the degree be awarded; or

• 8.5.2 that the degree be awarded subject to minor amendments in the thesis to be made to the satisfaction of the supervisor; or

• 8.5.3 that the degree be not awarded but that the candidate be allowed to revise and resubmit the thesis for examination; or

• 8.5.4 that the degree be not awarded.

8.6 Where a candidate is permitted by the faculty to revise and resubmit the thesis, the candidate shall be permitted to do so once only. Upon such resubmission, each examiner shall recommend —

• 8.6.1 that the degree be awarded; or

• 8.6.2 that the degree be awarded subject to minor amendments in the thesis to be made to the satisfaction of the candidate’s supervisor; or

• 8.6.3 that the degree be not awarded.

8.7 The degree of Master of Laws may be awarded either with Distinction or at the Pass level.

8.8 The degree of Master of Laws with or without Distinction may be conferred on a candidate who fulfils the conditions of these Requirements, whose work is of a standard which the faculty considers satisfactory after consideration of the reports of the examiners and who has otherwise complied with the provisions of all Statutes and other applicable Requirements.

9. MASTER OF LAWS (BY COURSEWORK)

Subject to Requirement 11, a candidate proceeding to a degree under this program shall be required to obtain credit for 36 units of study.

10. CREDIT FOR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

A candidate with two or more years of professional experience may seek approval from the Head of School for credit of up to 12 units of study on the basis of that professional experience. A decision granting such credit is at the discretion of the Head of School. Documentary or other evidence may be sought in support of the application for credit.

11. REQUIREMENTS FOR DEGREE

A candidate who has obtained approval for credit of 12 units under Requirement 10 may complete the Master of Laws program in one of two ways:

• 11.1 by completion of eight subjects (3 units each), approved from time to time by the School; or

• 11.2 by completion of five subjects (3 units each), approved from time to time by the School, as well as the completion of a minor thesis not exceeding 25,000 words (9 units).

A schedule of subjects is shown under Postgraduate Courses.

12. CREDIT FOR OTHER STUDIES

Where a candidate, at the time of enrolment or in the course of enrolment with the prior approval of the School, has completed or completes a subject or subjects forming part of a postgraduate degree at this University or another tertiary institution, the School may in its discretion grant the candidate credit towards the degree in respect of such subject or subjects. The maximum number of subjects for which credit may be granted shall be two.

13. DURATION OF CANDIDATURE

For candidates granted credit for professional experience the minimum period for the completion of the degree is one year of full-time or two years of part-time study. The normal period for the completion of the degree is 18 months of full-time or 36 months of part-time study. A candidate is required to complete the degree in two years of full-time or four years of part-time study, subject to an extension of such times with the approval from the Head of School.

14. EXAMINATION OF SUBJECTS

A candidate must fulfil the requirements of subjects undertaken and to a sufficient standard, as assessed by the examiner in each subject. The degree shall be awarded either with or without distinction. Degrees with distinction will be awarded where the candidate completes all units necessary for the degree at a grade point average of 5.5 (i.e. credit/distinction grade average).

MASTER OF LAWS QUALIFYING COURSE

Masters Qualifying courses have been disestablished and replaced by Research Methods courses.

Award requirements for the courses are shown on page page 444.

MASTER OF MUSIC

Note: The requirements for this degree should be read in conjunction with the University requirements for the award of the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.

1. ENTITLEMENT TO ENROL

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Music if that person:

• 1.1 has completed at this University the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Music with Honours awarded in Class I or Class II; or

• 1.2 has completed at this or another University or institution of higher education an appropriate tertiary qualification deemed equivalent to Requirement 1.1 by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of the College of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre ; or

• 1.3 has passed an appropriate qualifying course; or

• 1.4 can satisfy the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of College, that he or she has nationally recognised professional standing and is capable of undertaking a thesis at Masters level. Evidence of high standing shall normally include (a) performances, or awards and (b) testimonials from at least three recognised musicians and/or academic referees. Applicants shall also attend an interview-audition and present evidence of their qualifications/achievements; or

• 1.5 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to the requirements of 1.1.

2. TIME FOR ENROLMENT

An application to enrol for the degree shall normally be lodged with the Registrar at least eight weeks before the date on which candidature is proposed to commence.

3. LENGTH OF COURSE

A full-time candidate shall normally complete the requirements for the degree in not less than one year nor more than two years and a part-time candidate in not less than two years nor more than four years.

4. FIELD OF STUDY

A candidate shall pursue either practice based or theoretical research on an approved topic.

5. REQUIREMENTS

A candidate shall be required to submit for examination as directed by the Head of College.

6.1 ASSESSMENT

Assessment of the MMus involving practice-based research will take the form of an integrated thesis of at least 30,000 words related to the candidate’s practical work and a number of practical projects negotiated with the candidate’s supervisor and the Head of the College of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre.

6.2 Assessment of the MMus by research will take the form of a thesis of at least 60,000 words on an approved topic negotiated with the candidate’s supervisor and the Head of the College of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre.

6.3 On the completion of the thesis and associated submission (e.g., portfolio of compositions), the candidate shall lodge with the Registrar three copies, prepared in accordance with directions given to candidates from time to time.

7. EXAMINATION

Two examiners shall be appointed, at least one of whom shall be external to the University, to examine the thesis and associated practical submission.

MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH – MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences section of this Handbook.

MASTER OF TOURISM

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Tourism if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education, in an area deemed suitable by the Head of School and Executive Dean; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 1.1; and

• 1.3 provides to the Head of School and Executive Dean satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study where the candidate has received 12 units of credit for prior learning.

3. COURSE OF STUDY

A candidate shall

• 3.1 follow the course of study specified in either Schedules I, II, III, IV or Schedules V, VI, VII, VIII shown under Postgraduate Courses;

• 3.2 attend the University for such other purposes and at such times as the relevant Head of School may direct; and

• 3.3 satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements designated by the relevant Head of School and approved by the faculty.

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF COMMERCE AND POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ECONOMICS

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for a Postgraduate Diploma if, in the field (Commerce or Economics) in which the diploma is sought, that person:

• has qualified in this University for the degree of Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Economics;

• holds from another university a qualification regarded by the faculty as at least equivalent to the qualification listed in (a); or

• has alternative qualifications deemed by the faculty to be appropriate for entry to the course.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.

3. PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate shall:

• follow the course of study and complete such placement work as is designated by the relevant Head of School and approved by the faculty;

• attend the University for such other purposes and at such times as the relevant Head of School may direct;

• satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements designated by the relevant Head of School and approved by the faculty.

4. The Postgraduate Diploma shall be awarded in the following classes:

• High Distinction

• Credit

• Pass.

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF MUSIC

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Postgraduate Diploma of Music (Practical) or the Postgraduate Diploma of Music (Research) if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Music, either from this University or from another institution of higher education, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of the College of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre is satisfied that the previous studies are of adequate standard and relevant to the course proposed; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 1.1; and

• 1.3 has obtained at least a credit in the final year of the degree of Bachelor of Music in the subject(s) in which postgraduate study is to be pursued.

2. ENROLMENT

An application to enrol for the diploma shall normally be lodged with the Registrar at least eight weeks before the date on which candidature is proposed to commence.

3. LENGTH OF COURSE

A full-time candidate shall normally complete the requirements for the diploma in not less than one year nor more than two years and a part-time candidate in not less than two years nor more than four years.

4.1 ASSESSMENT

Practical Major

Assessment will take the form of a major recital/project (50%), minor recital/project (30%), and lecture recital of 40 minutes duration (20%).

4.2 Research Major

25,000 word thesis (100%).

5. EXAMINATION

Two examiners shall be appointed, at least one of whom shall be external to the University, to examine the thesis and associated practical submission.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ACCOUNTING NOT OFFERED IN 2005 FOR COMMENCING STUDENTS.

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Accounting if that person qualifies for ordinary admission to the Bachelor of Commerce degree course and either;

• has qualified in this University for any Bachelor’s degree other than the Bachelor of Commerce; or

• holds from another University or institution of higher education a qualification regarded by the faculty as at least equivalent to the qualification listed in (a) above.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

A candidate shall pursue at this University a program of study for not less than eighteen months nor more than three years in the case of a full-time student and for not less than three years nor more than six years in the case of a part-time student.

3. When credit for previous study has been granted the faculty may reduce a candidate’s period of candidature accordingly.

4. PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate shall:

• follow the course of study and complete such placement work as is designated by the Head of Accounting and Finance and approved by the faculty;

• attend the University for such other purposes and at such times as the Head of Accounting and Finance may direct;

• satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements designated by the relevant Head of School and approved by the faculty.

5. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

The Executive Dean, on the recommendation of the Head of Accounting and Finance, may give a candidate credit for subjects completed at this or another University or another institution of higher education approved by the faculty.

6. The maximum credit allowed under Requirement 5 shall not be more than the equivalent of fifty per cent of the candidate’s program of study.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree, equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 has completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration from this University.

2.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

Maximum two years from commencement date.

2.2 A candidate shall complete the requirements for the award in not fewer than two semesters nor more than four semesters in the case of a full-time student and in not fewer than four semesters and not more than eight semesters in the case of a part-time student.

3.1 PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate shall follow the prescribed course of study of subjects totalling 24 units.

3.2 To complete the Diploma, a candidate shall satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements set out in subject outlines and approved by the faculty.

4.1 CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

The faculty may give credit for up to 12 units on the basis of successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration at this University or up to 6 units of successful completion of an equivalent Graduate Certificate of Business Administration from another recognised institution of higher education.

4.2 Where the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration has not been awarded, that person’s enrolment shall be transferred to this course.

4.3 Where the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration has been awarded, it shall be surrendered before the candidate may be awarded the Graduate Diploma.

4.4 Notwithstanding the provisions of Requirement 4.1, a person who has been enrolled for the Master of Business Administration degree by coursework may transfer their enrolment to this course. The level of credits will be determined by the faculty.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF CREATIVE ARTS

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of College, is satisfied that the previous studies are of adequate standard and relevant to the course proposed; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 1.1.

2. ENROLMENT IN SUBJECTS

A candidate may enrol in any advanced subject for the Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts if he or she has met the prerequisite requirements, or if the Head of College/Associate Dean, in consultation with the course convener, is satisfied that the candidate is qualified to undertake that subject.

3. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

A candidate who has completed a subject or subjects additional to the requirements of a degree of this University may be given credit for such subject(s) as are suitable for inclusion within the chosen Graduate Diploma program; subjects additional to degrees from other institutions of higher education may, when suitable, be credited up to the value of 12 units.

4. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.

5. PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate shall undertake 24 units selected from one of the disciplines or fields of study set out in Schedule A below, or an approved combination of those disciplines and follow the course of study prescribed. The prescribed course may consist of coursework alone, or of coursework together with a minor thesis of 6 units value.

6. CERTIFICATION OF PROGRAM OF STUDY

A convener shall be appointed by the Head of College for each course, who will certify that the proposed program of study forms a coherent whole and is at an appropriate level.

7. ASSESSMENT

To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of that subject; with the proviso that additional or alternative work at graduate level will be agreed between the student, the lecturer-in-charge and the course convener.

8. A candidate who has qualified for the Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts in one discipline may enrol in another discipline in a later year.

9. The Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts shall be awarded in the following classes:

• Distinction

• Pass.

Schedule A

Communication Design

Music

Photography

Theatre

Visual Arts

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

1. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution may be undertaken in the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts. To be awarded the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution, students must have completed 24 units of study, specifically 12 units in the four core subjects and 12 units selected from the elective subjects of the Master of Dispute Resolution program.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for a Bachelor’s degree, provided that the Program Director is satisfied that the standard and subjects of the previous studies are adequate for the field of study being selected; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Program Director as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

Students can complete the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution in the equivalent of two semesters of full-time study or four semesters part-time.

4. SPECIAL NOTES/REQUIREMENTS

Students will be expected to allow 95 hours of study time and 35 hours of teacher contact time per subject. Course delivery and method of teacher contact will have some degree of flexibility to take account of the anticipated international nature of the student body.

5. ASSESSMENT AND RESULTS

There will be no examinations. Assessment will consist of a written paper for each subject, in addition to the other requirements such as full attendance at block mode workshops and completion of other assigned activities. Participation in workshops will be assessed according to the University’s policy on alternative forms of invigilated assessment.

6. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

Students who have previously completed Trillium’s courses in negotiation, mediation and advanced mediation may apply for credit for the workshop (face-to-face experiential learning activities) component of the first three subjects.

7. WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COURSE

Students who complete 12 units of study will be able to exit the course and receive a Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF LEGAL STUDIES

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies may be undertaken in the School of Law and is administered by the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for a Bachelors degree provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of the School of Law, is satisfied that the standard and the subjects of the previous study are adequate for the proposed course of study; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3.1 PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate for the Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies shall follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 24 units.

3.2 An approved course of study shall normally comprise a minimum of eight (8) subjects at levels that comply with the Framework for Postgraduate Courses, which are selected from Tables VI and H in the Master Schedule of Subjects and which are approved by the Head of the School of Law.

3.3 In appropriate circumstances, the Head of the School of Law may approve the selection of subjects from tables other than Tables VI and H in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

3.4 To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school for that subject; with the proviso that, when undergraduate subjects form part of the agreed course of study, additional or alternative work at graduate level will be agreed between the student, the lecturer and/or the subject coordinator.

4. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal time for completion of the award is two semesters of full-time study (or the part-time equivalent).

5.1 CREDIT

A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject which the faculty, acting on the advice of the Head of the School of Law, deems to be equivalent to a subject listed in Table VI of the Master Schedule of Subjects, may be granted credit for that subject.

5.2 The maximum credit granted under 5.1 above shall not exceed 3 units.

5.3 Notwithstanding 5.2, a student who has completed the requirements of a Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies (or its equivalent) at this or another institution of higher education and who has not taken out that award may be granted credit for all subjects completed as part of that course of study.

5.4 A student who has completed the requirements of a Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies at this University and who has taken out that award may be granted credit for all subjects completed as part of that course of study upon surrendering the Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies.

5.5 A student shall not otherwise be granted credit for subjects completed as part of a Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies (or its equivalent) completed at this or another institution of higher education.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF MANAGEMENT

Note: The Graduate Diploma of Management has been disestablished and replaced by the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the award.

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Management course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree either from this University or from another institution of higher education and has provided to the Executive Dean satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1 and has provided to the Executive Dean satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience; or

• 1.3 has completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate of Management with a credit average or higher.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

Candidature shall commence on the first day of February or July.

3.1 A candidate shall complete the requirements for the award in not fewer than two semesters nor more than four semesters in the case of a full-time student and in not fewer than four semesters and not more than eight semesters in the case of a part-time student. This maximum period may be extended by the Executive Dean.

3.2 A candidate may apply at any time to the Executive Dean to have his or her candidature suspended for a period not exceeding one year. If approved, this period of suspension will not apply to the calculation of the maximum period prescribed in Requirement 3.1.

4. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Unless granted credit under Requirement 5, a candidate shall follow the prescribed course of study of subjects totalling 24 units.

5. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

The Executive Dean, on the recommendation of the Head of the appropriate School, may give credit for up to 12 units on the basis of equivalent subjects completed at this University or another institution of higher education approved by the faculty.

6. Notwithstanding the provisions of Requirement 5, a person who has completed the 12 units specified for the Graduate Certificate of Management course may be given credit for those subjects providing:

• 6.1 where the Graduate Certificate of Management has not been awarded, that person’s enrolment shall be transferred to this course;

• 6.2 where the Graduate Certificate of Management has been awarded, it shall be surrendered before the candidate may be awarded the Graduate Diploma.

7. To complete a subject a candidate shall satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements designated by the relevant Head of School and approved by the faculty.

8. Except with the approval of the Executive Dean, a candidate may not enrol for any subject until credit has been obtained for any prerequisite subject or subjects as listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

9. Notwithstanding the provisions of Requirement 5, a person who has been enrolled for the Master of Business Administration degree by coursework may transfer his or her enrolment to this course and be given credit for subjects satisfactorily completed.

10. The Graduate Diploma of Management shall be awarded in the following classes:

• Distinction

• Pass.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF TOURISM

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Tourism if that person

• 1.1 has completed an approved three-year undergraduate degree; or

• 1.2 has qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 1.1;

and has demonstrated at interview suitability to undertake the course.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.

3. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Candidates shall complete a minimum of 24 units with 12 units from Schedule I and the remainder selected from Schedule II (shown under Postgraduate Courses) or other subjects deemed suitable by the Head of School and Executive Dean.

4. The Graduate Diploma of Tourism shall be awarded in the following classes:

• Distinction

• Pass.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree, equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 has appropriate managerial work experience, with a minimum of five years full-time, at a senior level acceptable to the faculty.

2.1 PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate shall follow the prescribed course of study of subjects totalling 12 units.

2.2 To complete the Certificate, a candidate shall satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements set out in subject outlines and approved by the faculty.

3.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

Maximum two years from commencement date.

3.2 A candidate shall complete the requirements of the Certificate in not less than one semester nor more than one calendar year in the case of a full-time student and in not fewer than two semesters and not more than two calendar years in the case of a part-time student.

4. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

No credits are awarded towards the Certificate.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

A Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution may be undertaken in the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for a Bachelor’s degree, provided that the Program Director is satisfied that the standard and subjects of the previous studies are adequate for the field of study being selected; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Executive Dean as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3. PROGRAM OF STUDY

To be awarded the Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution, students must follow the approved course of study shown under Postgraduate Courses to obtain 12 units.

4. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal time for completion of the course is one semester of full-time study or two semesters part-time.

5. ASSESSMENT AND RESULTS

There will be no examinations. Assessment will consist of a written paper for each subject, in addition to the other requirements such as full attendance at workshops and completion of other assigned activities. Participation in workshops will be assessed according to the University’s policy on alternative forms of invigilated assessment. Grades will be assigned according to the standard University system.

6. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

Students who have previously completed Trillium’s courses in negotiation, mediation and advanced mediation can apply for credit for the workshop (face-to-face experiential learning activities) component of three subjects.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF ECOTOURISM

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Ecotourism course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 in exceptional cases, has provided to the Executive Dean satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience at a senior level acceptable to the faculty.

2. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Unless granted credit under Requirement 3, a candidate shall follow the prescribed course of study of subjects totalling 12 units.

3.1. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

The Executive Dean, on the recommendation of the Head of the appropriate School, may give credit for up to three units on the basis of equivalent subjects, that have not been credited towards another degree, completed at this University or another institution of higher education approved by the faculty.

3.2. Except with the approval of the Executive Dean, a candidate may not enrol for any subject until credit has been obtained for any prerequisite subject or subjects as listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF LEGAL STUDIES

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies may be undertaken in the School of Law and is administered by the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for a Bachelor’s degree, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of the School of Law is satisfied that the standard and the subjects of the previous study are adequate for the proposed course of study; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3.1 PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate for the Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies shall follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 12 units.

3.2 An approved course of study shall normally comprise a minimum of four (4) subjects at levels that comply with the Framework for Postgraduate Courses, which are selected from Tables VI and H in the Master Schedule of Subjects and which are approved by the Head of the School of Law.

3.3 In appropriate circumstances, the Head of the School of Law may approve the selection of subjects from tables other than Tables VI and H in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

3.4 To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school for that subject; with the proviso that, when undergraduate subjects form part of the agreed course of study, additional or alternative work at graduate level will be agreed between the student, the lecturer and/or the subject coordinator.

4. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal time for completion of the award is one semester of full-time study (or the part-time equivalent).

5.1 CREDIT FOR OTHER STUDIES

A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject which the faculty, acting on the advice of the Head of the School of Law, deems to be equivalent to a subject listed in Table VI of the Master Schedule of Subjects, may be granted credit for that subject.

5.2 The maximum credit granted under 5.1 above shall not exceed 3 units.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF MANAGEMENT

Note: The Graduate Certificate of Management has been disestablished and replaced by the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the award.

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Management course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree either from this University or from another institution of higher education and has provided to the Executive Dean satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1 and has provided to the Executive Dean satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience; or

• 1.3 in exceptional cases, has managerial experience at a senior level acceptable to the faculty.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

Candidature shall commence on the first day of February or July.

3.1 A candidate shall complete the requirements of the Certificate in not less than one semester nor more than one calendar year in the case of a full-time student and in not fewer than two semesters and not more than two calendar years in the case of a part-time student. This maximum period may be extended by the Executive Dean.

3.2 A candidate may apply at any time to the Executive Dean to have his or her candidature suspended for a period not exceeding one year. If approved, this period of suspension will not apply to the calculation of the maximum period prescribed in Requirement 3.1.

4. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Unless granted credit under Requirement 5, a candidate shall follow the prescribed course of study of subjects totalling 12 units.

5. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

The Executive Dean, on the recommendation of the Head of the appropriate School, may give credit for up to six units on the basis of equivalent subjects completed at this University or another institution of higher education approved by the faculty.

6. Except with the approval of the Executive Dean, a candidate may not enrol for any subject until credit has been obtained for any prerequisite subject or subjects as listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

7. The Graduate Certificate of Management shall be awarded in the following classes:

• Distinction

• Pass.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF TOURISM

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Tourism course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 in exceptional cases, has provided to the Executive Dean satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience at a senior level acceptable to the faculty.

2. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Unless granted credit under Requirement 3, a candidate shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 12 units.

3.1. CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

The Executive Dean, on the recommendation of the Head of the appropriate School, may give credit for up to three units on the basis of equivalent subjects, that have not been credited towards another degree, completed at this University or another institution of higher education approved by the faculty.

3.2. Except with the approval of the Executive Dean, a candidate may not enrol for any subject until credit has been obtained for any prerequisite subject or subjects as listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

POSTGRADUATE COURSES

Students are advised that all subjects are offered on condition that staff and resources are available.

CONTENTS

ACCOUNTING

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING

The Master of International Professional Accounting is currently offered at the University’s campus at Guangzhou, China. In the future, it may be offered at other locations in China or elsewhere.

The course aims to enable graduates from various backgrounds to undertake studies leading to admission to the accounting profession. It provides international perspectives on accounting, finance and business through relevant disciplinary and applied studies.

The course involves a Core Program and an optional Extension Program. Students should complete the following Core Program of 36 units of subjects.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ACCOUNTING NOT OFFERED IN 2005 FOR COMMENCING STUDENTS

This Diploma provides a “conversion” course for non-accounting graduates, enabling them to gain professional recognition by the major accounting bodies. The course runs over an eighteen-month period in the full-time mode, utilising intensive seven-week summer sessions as well as regular semesters, or over an equivalent period in the part-time mode.

Candidates should consult with the School of Business.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

Awards offered are Master of Commerce, Postgraduate Diploma of Commerce and a Graduate Diploma of Accounting. Facilities are also available for studies towards the award of Doctor of Philosophy.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

(See Management)

COMMERCE

MASTER OF COMMERCE

The degree of Master of Commerce may be taken in the fields of advanced accounting/financial management/ business law either with a combination of coursework and a research thesis or primarily through coursework.

The research degree comprises a program of six units selected from the list of graduate subjects and a research thesis equivalent to 18 units.

The coursework degree comprises a program of 18 units selected from the list of graduate subjects together with a report of about 8,000 to 10,000 words (six units) on a project or investigation approved by the Head of School.

Candidates for the degree of Master of Commerce must select from the following schedule, a set of subjects totalling six units for the research degree or 18 units for the coursework degree. Not all subjects will be offered in any one year.

SUBJECT SCHEDULE — MASTER OF COMMERCE

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF COMMERCE

The Postgraduate Diploma of Commerce provides an opportunity for existing graduates in Commerce, or a related discipline, to extend and deepen their knowledge of the relevant subject areas. The Postgraduate Diploma is equivalent to a masters qualifying examination and candidates must have graduated with a corresponding Bachelor Degree, or possess an equivalent qualification. The Postgraduate Diploma is a coursework award.

The specified subjects will normally be based on a minimum of four units per subject and the value of any required thesis or dissertation will not be more than 12 units. A thesis or dissertation will normally be required for a candidate who subsequently seeks admission to a Masters Degree by research.

Subject to the guidelines regarding theses or dissertations described above, a candidate who has been awarded the Postgraduate Diploma at the Class of Credit or higher will have qualified for admission to the corresponding Masters Degree by research or coursework.

COMMUNICATION DESIGN

(See Creative Arts)

CREATIVE ARTS

Postgraduate studies across the Creative Arts are available through the College of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre. Awards include the Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts, the Postgraduate Diploma of Music, the Master of Music, the Master of Creative Arts, the Master of Arts and the Doctor of Philosophy. Research and creative activities may be pursued in any of a wide range of aspects of the Creative Arts (see Award Requirements).

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Postgraduate training in dispute resolution is offered within two nested courses, the Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution and the Master of Dispute Resolution. The Graduate Certificate offers students the opportunity to develop advanced skills in negotiation and mediation. The masters course offers students the opportunity to develop advanced skills in negotiation, mediation and other forms of dispute resolution, in addition to an understanding of how such processes are situated in a range of contexts and systems.

The courses are offered by Limited Attendance mode with a limited amount of workshop attendance required in Cairns. Students will be expected to allow 95 hours of study time and 35 hours of class contact time per subject.

It is anticipated that graduates would be able to achieve accreditation as accredited mediators by the IAMA (Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators Australia).

MASTER OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

The Master of Dispute Resolution is offered by a combination of external and block modes, with a limited amount of workshop attendance required in Cairns. Students must complete a minimum of 36 units of subjects comprising four background subjects (12 units), four core subjects (12 units) and four electives (12 units).

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Students must complete a minimum of 12 units of subjects comprising four subjects, specifically the four core subjects for the Masters course.

ECONOMICS

It is possible to pursue postgraduate studies towards a Postgraduate Diploma of Economics, a Master of Economics and Doctor of Philosophy.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

The PhD is a three-year full-time program. Applicants should consult the Academic Adviser in Economics.

MASTER OF ECONOMICS

The Master of Economics by research is a one-two year full-time program. Entry requirements include an approved bachelor degree with at least second class honours in economics. There is no formal coursework and the assessment is based on a thesis describing and assessing the research work carried out.

The Master of Economics by coursework is a three semester full-time program. Entry requirements include an approved bachelor’s degree.

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ECONOMICS

The Postgraduate Diploma of Economics is a one year full-time program. Entry requirements include an approved bachelor’s degree. Evaluation is normally by coursework.

Candidates should consult with the Head of Economics.

ECOTOURISM

(see Tourism)

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

(See Commerce)

HOSPITALITY

(See Tourism)

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

(See Management)

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

(See the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology section of this Handbook)

LEGAL STUDIES

The Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies and the Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies are offered by the School of Law. The courses are designed for graduates who wish to undertake legal studies, in specialist areas relevant to their present or intended employment, but not the full LLB qualification required for admission to practice.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF LEGAL STUDIES

24 units of subjects selected from Tables VI and H of the Master Schedule of Subjects.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF LEGAL STUDIES

12 units of subjects selected from Tables VI and H of the Master Schedule of Subjects.

MANAGEMENT

The Management Program in the School of Business offers a Graduate Certificate of Business Administration, a Graduate Diploma of Business Administration, a Master of Business Administration, the joint degrees Master of Public Health – Master of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration – Master of Information Technology and PhD study.

The Management Program seeks to:

• provide good quality courses, in the area of management, which are seen as relevant to the changing needs of Australia and our Asian and Pacific neighbours;

• underpin courses with a sound research base;

• be globally aware and sensitive to the changing demands of management;

• strengthen existing links and build new links with business, commerce, government, the local community and international academic communities;

• maintain professional and ethical standards in dealings with clients and stakeholders;

• support sound business ethics, the preservation of the natural environment and the promotion of sustainable growth.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

The Management Program provides appropriate supervision for a Doctor of Philosophy degree. The diversity of possible topics is considerable and the student may work within one or across other program areas (Tourism, Economics, Accounting and Finance, Management) when studying for the PhD degree.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The MBA is intended primarily for those students who have a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, for those with non-business/commerce undergraduate degrees, and for those with an undergraduate business/commerce degree who require more advanced study and/or an updating of their knowledge. It satisfies a strong need in both the private and public sectors for upgrading and improving administrative knowledge and skills for managers and equipping them with advanced knowledge of the major emergent developments and themes in business. Completion of this qualification also prepares students for further advanced study in business administration, such as the Doctor of Business Administration..

There is also scope within the course to pursue a four-subject specialisation using approved postgraduate subjects from Schools/Colleges within the University and from an approved external campus, such as Washington Business School in Singapore, JCU Singapore and SEGi in Malaysia. The MBA with a specialisation contributes to the needs of those students requiring an advanced postgraduate qualification in business administration with a specialist focus on a particular profession or industry area. This meets the demands of specialist managers and those wishing to pursue management careers in particular professions or industry.

To receive the award of Master of Business Administration, students must pass 12 3-unit subjects including the seven core subjects in Clause (a) below plus five 3-unit subjects in Clause (b) below. The core subjects listed in Clause (a) below can be completed in any order. 36 units of study are required to obtain the award of MBA.

MBA Award Requirement

Master of Business Administration with a Specialisation

Students wishing to pursue a specialisation within the MBA can request to substitute ANY FOUR of the subjects listed in Clause (b) above with FOUR 3-unit postgraduate subjects in an approved specialisation from a School or College within the University or from an approved external campus, such as JCU Singapore and SEGi in Malaysia or other recognised institutions. Approval by the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts and by the School/College in which the four specialised subjects will be undertaken must be given prior to the student commencing these subjects.

This four-subject specialisation will appear on the student’s academic record but will not be included on the MBA testamur.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (HONOURS)

Note: The Master of Business Administration with Honours has been disestablished. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the award.

The subjects for the MBA with Honours are:

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (INTERNATIONAL) (CAIRNS ONLY)

Note: The Master of Business Administration (International) has been disestablished. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the award.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

The objectives of the course are to provide theory and practical skills in accounting, finance, management, marketing and operations management; and e-business technologies, multimedia, programming, networking and software.

Course Coordinators:

Associate Professor Owen Stanley (MBA) School of Business Telephone: (07) 4781 5393 E-mail: owen.stanley@jcu.edu.au

Professor Bill Lavery (IT) School of Information Technology Telephone: (07) 4781 4624 E-mail: infotech@jcu.edu.au

MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH–MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

(See the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences section in this Handbook.)

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

This course is available at Townsville, Cairns, Holmes Sydney, Holmes Melbourne, Washington Business School (Singapore) and SEGi.

Students are required to successfully complete eight 3-unit postgraduate business administration subjects. Those students without a relevant tertiary qualification in business/commerce will have to complete the eight subjects shown below. Those students with a relevant or related qualification will be able to substitute up to four of the core business administration subjects (LB5000 series) for any of the remaining Business Administration subjects (LB5200 series). 24 units of study are required to obtain the award of Graduate Diploma of Business Administration. The eight subjects below and any substituted subjects can be completed in any order:

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

This course is available at Townsville, Cairns, Holmes Sydney, Holmes Melbourne, Washington Business School and SEGi.

Students are required to successfully complete four 3-unit postgraduate business administration subjects. Those students without a relevant tertiary qualification in business/commerce will have to complete the four subjects shown below. Those students with a relevant or related qualification will be able to substitute up to four of these subjects for any of the advanced business administration subjects (LB5200 series). 12 units of study are required to obtain the award of Graduate Certificate of Business Administration. The four subjects below and any substituted subjects can be completed in any order:

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF MANAGEMENT

Note: The Graduate Diploma of Management has been disestablished. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the award.

Eight subjects in total:

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF MANAGEMENT

Note: The Graduate Certificate of Management has been disestablished. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the award.

Four subjects in total:

MARKETING

(See Management)

MUSIC

A Master of Music and Postgraduate Diploma of Music are offered through the College of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre (see Creative Arts).

PHOTOGRAPHY

(See Creative Arts)

PUBLIC HEALTH/BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

(See the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences section of this Handbook.)

THEATRE

Theatre studies for the degree of Master of Creative Arts, Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy may be undertaken through the College of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre (see Creative Arts).

TOURISM

The JCU Tourism Program has been recognised by the World Tourism Organisation as an elite tourism education provider since 1993. Tourism is located within the School of Business. The School publishes Australia’s leading international tourism journal, The Journal of Tourism Studies, and is a focus for tourism research in three national cooperative research centres.

The School aims to produce graduates who have the following skills and qualities: specific working skills and knowledge (eg familiarity with current industry and practices); professional learning skills (eg knowing how to approach new problems); and interpersonal skills (eg ability to work with others).

Postgraduate tourism studies offered in the School include the Master of Tourism which can be taken either as a general degree or Ecotourism specialisation. Students in the Master of Tourism will complete the specified subjects and may undertake a report focussing on tourism or ecotourism issues.

Additionally, there is a Master of Administration (Tourism) which is a thesis-only based research degree and a PhD by thesis program and a one year Graduate Diploma of Tourism.

MASTER OF TOURISM

1. Coursework Requirements for the general degree in the field of Tourism Studies

• 1.1 A candidate who has not received 12 units of credit for prior learning will study an individually tailored set of subjects to the value of 12 units to prepare the candidate for work in Part 1.2 Schedule I, II, III and IV below.

• 1.2 A candidate who has received 12 units of credit for prior learning following the faculty’s approval processes will complete a minimum of 24 further units comprising 3 units from Schedule I, at least 3 units from Schedule II and the remainder from Schedule II, III and IV. The Schedule IV option is only open to students with superior performance
  Superior performance will normally be defined as a Distinction in Schedule I.

SCHEDULE I

SCHEDULE II

SCHEDULE III

SCHEDULE IV

Note: Not more than 6 units of other approved postgraduate subjects from Table H. Any additional postgraduate subjects may only be permitted in exceptional circumstances with the approval from the program coordinator and Head of School.

2. Coursework Requirements for the Degree with specialisation in the field of Ecotourism

• 2.1 A candidate who has not received 12 units of credit for prior learning will study an individually tailored set of subjects to the value of 12 units to prepare the candidate for work in Part 2.2 Schedule V, VI, VII and VIII below.

• 2.2 A candidate who has received 12 units of credit for prior learning following the faculty’s approval processes will complete a minimum of 24 further units comprising 3 units from Schedule V, at least 9 units from Schedule VI and the remainder from Schedule VI, VII and VIII. The Schedule VIII option is only open to students with superior performance
  Superior performance will normally be defined as a Distinction in Schedule V.

SCHEDULE V

SCHEDULE VI

SCHEDULE VII

Note: Not more than 6 units of other approved postgraduate subjects from Table H. Any additional postgraduate subjects may only be permitted in exceptional circumstances with the approval from the program coordinator and Head of School.

SCHEDULE VIII

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF ECOTOURISM

This course is available at Cairns. This is a four subject (12 units) course designed to give students some core information on key environmental tourism topics. The Graduate Certificate of Ecotourism is an independent award but the subjects studied form a subset of the Graduate Diploma of Tourism, Master of Tourism and Master of Tourism (Ecotourism).

CORE SUBJECTS

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF TOURISM

SCHEDULE I

SCHEDULE II

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF TOURISM

This course is available at Cairns. This is a four subject (12 units) course designed to give students some core information on basic tourism topics. The Graduate Certificate of Tourism is an independent award but the subjects studied form a subset of the Graduate Diploma of Tourism and the Master of Tourism.

CORE SUBJECTS - SEMESTER I

CORE SUBJECTS - SEMESTER 2

VISUAL ARTS

(See Creative Arts)

RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

Accounting

Finance

Information Systems

Substantial research programs are under way in conjunction with the Cooperative Research Centre for Ecologically Sustainable Development of the Great Barrier Reef and the Cooperative Research Centre for Sustainable Tourism.