Bachelor of Arts
Victoria University (VU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00124K; 02475D
Follow your passions and drive your career forward, gaining essential workplace skills and knowledge with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) at Victoria University (VU).With an arts degree, you’ll prepare yourself to thrive in today’s fast-changing world and open doors to diverse career opportunities.Take advantage of the maximum flexibility offered in VU’s Bachelor of Arts, allowing you to choose your area of focus based on your unique passions and career goals.Gain a broad introduction to studying humanities with your first-year core units, then learn up-to-date course content from expert lecturers in your choice of one or two of the following major areas of study:Communication StudiesDigital MediaHistoryLiterary StudiesPsychologySociologyVisual ArtWriting.You also have the choice of 14 compelling minors, including Aboriginal Yulendj (Knowledge) and Community, which will give you knowledge needed for working with Aboriginal communities.With a Bachelor of Arts, you’ll enhance your highly-sought-after employability skills such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork and analytical thinking. Studying the arts, humanities or social sciences will give you the broad understanding of humanity and people needed to be successful in modern society.
Structure
To attain the Bachelor of Arts students will be required to complete 288 credit points consisting of:96 credit points of Core studies96 credit points of Major studies selected from the approved list (includes Capstone units ACX3005/6)96 credit points made up of either:
Subjects
- Communication studies
- Digital Media, History
- Literary studies
- Political science
- Psychology, Sociology
- Visual art
- Writing
Standard entry requirements
Meeting the minimum entry criteria does not guarantee entry into this course.Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).OR:Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).PLUS:IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score or 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).OR:Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.
Recognition
Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)
Study pathways
VET applicants will be considered and pathways are available from a range of VET courses.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Footscray Park | International: $89,400 | No |
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