Bachelor of Arts

One degree. Endless opportunities. Discover your passion while equipping yourself with the skills to succeed in the changing, global workplace.

The future of work is unknown, with people and enterprise skills in increasing demand across all industries. UQ’s Bachelor of Arts graduates are ideally placed to thrive and adapt to this changing environment.

As an arts student you'll develop your own innate sense of curiosity, resilience and entrepreneurial spirit, and graduate ready to tackle an uncertain future in an uncertain world.

With one of the most comprehensive course offerings in Australia, you have the opportunity to explore the subjects you love by choosing from more than 45 study areas across the humanities, social sciences and languages.

History gives you perspective; philosophy allows you to think and form arguments; music and theatre bring thoughts and feelings to life; while languages and social science allow you to explore different worlds and cultures.

You can even combine your Bachelor of Arts with 17 other undergraduate degrees including law, engineering, science or business, and complete 2 degrees in a shorter time.

The Bachelor of Arts provides you with creative and critical thinking skills that help you build a portfolio of skills and capabilities that can be transferred across industries such as government, healthcare, education, business and finance, and higher education.

You'll have access to a range of internships, work experience opportunities and fieldwork tailored to your career aspirations. These will allow you to develop professional skills, build powerful networks, and learn how to thrive in the future workplace.

GCE A and AS Levels

`A¿ Levels for locations including: Bahamas, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cameroon, Falkland Islands, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Hong Kong (SAR), Ireland, Kenya, Liberia, Macau, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, Namibia, Nigeria, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, United Kingdom, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Aggregate of best 3 (or 2) A Level subjects or a combination of A and AS Level subjects equivalent to 3 (or 2) A Level subjects. A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 and AS Levels count for half of these scores.

International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

International Baccalaureate Diploma QTAC Schedule 2023-24. Schedule Code S1716

USA Composite ACT (Score 36 Scale)

The United States of America College Board Composite ACT Score 36 Scale. QTAC Schedule 2023-24. QTAC Schedule Code: S5040

Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations

The United States of America Advanced Placements (APs) issued by the College Board; an aggregate of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 AP results, where A=5, B=4, C=3 (Pass), D=2, E=1. Completion of the equivalent of a recognised school leaving certificate is also required.

USA Composite SAT-I Score(Since March 2016)

Total of SAT-I: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and SAT-I: Mathematics. Completion of the equivalent of a recognised school leaving certificate is also required.

None of the above

Undergraduate admissions

Study your first university degree, or find a new direction for a career change.

1. Choose your program: Find a program to match your interests, passions or career goals.
2. Review entry requirements: You need to meet all entry requirements to be considered for an offer.
3. Review admission schemes: Improve your chances of getting in through adjustments and other schemes.
4. Consider your pathway options: If you need help meeting entry requirements, there are pathways available.
5. Review fees and financial support: Understand your study costs and the financial help that's available.
6. Check credit eligibility: You may be eligible for credit for previous university, IB or other study.
7. Submit your application: How to complete and submit your application.
8. Respond to your offer: How you can respond if you receive an offer to study at UQ.
9. Get ready for UQ: Your next steps to get ready to study at UQ.