Bachelor of Arts
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    Bachelor of Arts

    Edith Cowan University
    Edith Cowan University
    Australia
    Australia, Perth
    University Rank:#517
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 39,300 / year(s)

    Bachelor of Arts

    About

    About this Course

    This course will equip you for diverse careers by providing a strong foundation in the humanities and social sciences.

    By choosing a major, you'll develop in-depth knowledge and analytical abilities. You'll also have the option to choose a complementary minor to enhance your skills.

    Core to this degree is the development of strong written and oral communication, research, and critical-thinking skills. You'll engage with contemporary issues through theoretical and practical learning, preparing you for professional and civic engagement.

    You'll emerge from your degree as a versatile thinker equipped for a range of careers in fields such as media, education, government, non-profit organisations, and further academic pursuits. Discover your passion, shape your future, and become a well-rounded global citizen with a Bachelor of Arts.

    Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

    This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Course Entry

    Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

    • Academic Admission requirements (Band 3)

      All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

      • AQF Cert IV;
      • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
      • Undergraduate Certificate;
      • Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
      • University Preparation Course;*
      • Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
      • Experience Based Entry Scheme.*

      * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

      For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.

    English Program Requirements

    • English Language requirements (Band 3)

      English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

      • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
      • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
      • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
      • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
      • University Preparation Course;
      • Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
      • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
      • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
      • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

      * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

    Career

    Career Opportunities

    Graduates from this course will possess strong research, analysis, writing and communication, and collaboration skills, and will have cultivated abilities to be adaptable, learn from experience, identify issues and solve problems. These capabilities make graduates of this course strong candidates for a variety of roles in government, corporate and not-for-profit organisations.

    Possible future job titles

    Research Officer, Historian, Historical Film Advisor, Heritage Consultant, Political Staffer, Diplomat, Mental Health Services Worker, Community Health Worker, Author, Biographer

    Fee Information

    Bachelor of Arts

    Edith Cowan University

    Edith Cowan University

    Australia

    Australia, Perth

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