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    Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Social Science

    Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Social Science

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 22,357 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 20, 2026

    Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Social Science

    About

    This double degree program is designed for students whose interests span the Arts and Social Sciences. It will give you the skills and versatility to work across a range of academic and professional disciplines, including the opportunity to develop global perspectives and communication skills. You need to include a Social Science Major, so you can design your own academic program within the Bachelor of Social Science program structure. This qualification in Social Science is then combined with an Arts major.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Undergraduate Entry Requirements

    Successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program, 1 year of university studiesor completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV

    English Program Requirements

    All international students must have a good command of written and spoken English.

    If your first language is English or if you can provide satisfactory evidence that English was the medium of instruction in your secondary or tertiary studies (secondary or tertiary studies completed within 2 years at the time of your commencement at Western Sydney University), you may be considered as meeting the requirement of proficiency in English.

    If English is not your first language or was not the medium of instruction in your secondary or tertiary studies, you are required to demonstrate your proficiency in the English language by achieving a prescribed level in an approved English examination or test before you can receive a full offer of a place.

    IELTS (Academic version)

    6.5 overall score
    Minimum 6.0 in each subtest

    TOEFL Internet-based score

    Total score 82
    Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13

    Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic

    58 overall
    No communication skills less than 50

    Career

    Career Opportunities

    As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

    • Academia and Research
    • Social Advocacy and Activism
    • Government and Non-Government Roles
    • Social Policy Analysis
    • Community and Corrective Services
    • Child Protection

    Alumni

    "You’ll cover such a wide range of subjects, and gain great information and life skills that will definitely be of use in the future."

    — Nadine Sabih, Bachelor of Arts

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    22,357 / year

    Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Social Science

    Western Sydney University

    Western Sydney University

    Australia

    Australia, Sydney