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New Generation Degrees
The New Generation undergraduate degrees are a core component of the Melbourne Model.
Each of these programs offers students a chance to study specific disciplines in depth, while providing the opportunity to undertake subjects from other areas. Together with increased prospects for internships, study abroad and participation in industry projects, these degrees offer students the chance to explore a range of interests before committing to a particular career path.
There are six New Generation degrees:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Biomedicine
Each New Generation degree includes the following features:
Disciplinary Depth
Every student who completes a New Generation degree will graduate with deep, detailed knowledge in at least one specific discipline (a major), gained through a coherent progression of subjects from first through to third year.
Breadth Studies
Breadth studies are one of the most exciting aspects of the New Generation degrees, allowing students to choose 25 per cent of their subjects from areas other than the ones that make up the core disciplines of their degree. By studying subjects beyond their core disciplines, students have the chance to develop different skills, expand their knowledge, learn complementary ways of thinking about issues and problems, and challenge their perceptions.
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Knowledge Transfer
Knowledge Transfer recognises the two-way flow and uptake of ideas between the University of Melbourne and the broader community. New Generation degree students have opportunities to connect with the community and employers in many different ways: through field trips and project-based learning, lectures with industry experts, internships and placements; in mentoring schemes linking students with professionals; through exchange and study abroad programs, and increased opportunities to get involved in community, environmental and humanitarian projects.
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Capstone Experience
Towards the end of every New Generation degree, students have an opportunity to engage in a capstone experience designed to draw together the various strands of their undergraduate education and prepare them for life as a graduate. This may involve work experience, a research project, input from an industry practitioner or a coursework subject outlining business best practice.