Honours

Bachelor of Arts with Honours (Major in Information & Communication Science)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Information and Communication Sciences is a one-year research program for high-achieving graduates of the BA (Information and Communication Sciences). It advances research and professional knowledge management skills through advanced coursework and an independent research project.

The Honours program prepares graduates for postgraduate study and senior roles in information management, archives, library science, and knowledge systems in Papua New Guinea.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Arts with Honours requires:

  • Completion of the relevant Bachelor of Arts degree at UPNG with a minimum GPA of 3.00 in the final year of undergraduate study.
  • Endorsement from the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.
  • A proposed research topic or area of interest supported by a supervising academic.

Course Structure

Year 5

Semester 1

  • 4.53712Research Methods in Information Management
  • 4.53713Advanced Information Sources, Systems & Services

Semester 2

  • 4.53714PNG Information Environment
  • 4.53715Sub - Thesis

Course codes shown are indicative. Please contact the School directly for official course codes and credit information.