Bachelor of Arts
    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 30,666 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026

    Bachelor of Arts

    About

    The Bachelor of Arts is the gold standard both nationally and internationally for undergraduate study in the humanities and social sciences. With individuals, communities and societies facing increasingly complex challenges, an arts degree lets you study a broad range of areas to extend your understanding of society and culture.

    You’ll study a double major, developing in-depth knowledge in your chosen areas. Develop your skills in critical thinking, research and communication and graduate qualified to contribute to both the public and private sectors.

    Contemporary learning experiences across the degree are underpinned by genuine community and industry engagement. Take the opportunity to engage in work placements and experiential learning, so you can explore professional pathways in sectors aligned with your interests.

    You’ll be empowered to demonstrate your diverse ways of knowing, being and doing through an inclusive approach throughout your studies.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Your arts degree will empower you to uncover a wide range of career choices that align with your values and interests. You’ll graduate with the knowledge and skills to not only survive, but thrive in our rapidly changing world to make change for the better. 

    The career choices available to you are as diverse as the courses you studied: the versatility of an arts degree means you can apply your skill set to almost any industry. Depending on your major, you could find work in the public or private sector across: 

    • Foreign affairs and diplomacy 
    • Policy development  
    • Environmental management and planning  
    • Corporate communications 
    • Humanitarian work  
    • Government and public service 
    • Management 
    • Marketing and public relations 
    • Media and publishing.  

    This degree also provides a pathway for further postgraduate study or research. 

    Industry trends 

    Over the next 10 years it’s predicted that 92% of new jobs created will require post-secondary education (Jobs and Skills Australia, 2024 ). With the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI), now, more than ever, employers are seeking a workforce with high level communication and problem-solving skills, creativity, adaptability and leadership capabilities. As an arts graduate, you’ll be well placed to meet the demands of the future labour force. 

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    30,666 / year(s)

    Bachelor of Arts

    University of Adelaide

    University of Adelaide

    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide