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Bachelor of Arts

Official Abbreviation BA
Course Type Undergraduate
Commencement Sem 1 and Sem 2 if available
Study Mode On and Off Campus
Course Duration
  • 3 Years Full-time
  • 6 Years Part-time
2006 UAI Information available from 2008
2006 OP Information available from 2008
Fees Commonwealth Supported Place
Total Credit Points 144
Overview

The course examines historic, environmental, social, behavioural and cultural features of humanity, allowing students to critically analyse, reflect upon and anticipate patterns of human conduct.

Students can choose from a wide variety of Humanities and Social Science subjects including Aboriginal Studies, Ancient History, Ancient Literature in Translation, Archaeology and Palaeoanthropology, Chinese (Mandarin), Classical Languages (Greek/Latin), Communication Studies, English, European Cultures, French, Geography, German, History, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Linguistics, Music, Peace Studies, Philosophy, Political and International Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Studies in Religion, Theatre Studies, Women's and Gender Studies and Writing.

Areas of Study include American Studies, Local, Family and Applied History and Asian Studies.
Intensive Schools N/A
Entry Requirements

Normal admission requirements apply.
Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules

Course Requirements (pre 2008)
To qualify for the degree candidates must pass units to the value of 144 cp including:

(a) at least 12 cp in each of three subjects;
(b) not more than 60 cp at 100 level;
(c) at least 108 cp from subjects listed below;
(d) not more than 36 cp from subjects other than those listed below;
(e) an approved Major, consisting of at least 48 cp, with at least 12 cp at 300 level or above, in a single subject; or an approved area of study. with the approval of the relevant Head of School, WORK 300 may substitute for one of the 300 level units of a subject listed below;
(f) at least 36 cp at 300 level or above;
(g) not more than 96 cp in any one subject or approved area of study, of which not more than 24 cp shall be at 100 level.

Subjects and Majors
Units in the following subjects or approved areas of study count towards the degree:
Aboriginal Studies; American Studies; Ancient History; Ancient Literature in Translation (to be phased out); Archaeology and Palaeoanthropology; Asian Studies; Chinese (Mandarin); Classical Languages (Greek/Latin); Communication and Management; Communication Studies; English; European Cultures; French; Geography; German; History; Indonesian; Italian; Japanese; Linguistics; Local, Family and Applied History; Music; Peace Studies; Philosophy; Political and International Studies; Psychology; Sociology; Studies in Religion; Theatre Studies; Women’s and Gender Studies; Writing.

Note: Units with a dual unit code may be counted as either subject in the unit code. For example, units with the code ENCO may be counted as either English or Communication Studies. For information on subjects and unit codes see the Subject Key.

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Career Opportunities N/A
Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities Combined programs are also offered, for example, Arts/Teaching, Arts/Science and Arts/Business and Double Degree in Arts/Laws. Graduates with appropriate major studies may also qualify as secondary teachers by completing a Graduate Diploma in Education.
Advanced Standing None
Fast Track None
Other Benefits

Graduates from a Bachelor of Arts at UNE will gain detailed and specialist subject knowledge. They will also develop a range of research, analysis and communication skills that prepare them for a wide variety of employment opportunities. Arts graduates are employed in all aspects of private industry including banking, insurance, public relations, tourism, publishing, manufacturing, merchandising, human resources and research. In the public sector, opportunities may include welfare officers, town planners, administrative officers, park rangers, archaeologists and cultural resource managers, as well as planning/research officers in federal and state government bodies.
Honours Candidates who have successfully completed the Bachelor of Arts may, on the recommendation of the head of school concerned, continue to an honours year. The honours program shall include advanced coursework and a dissertation.
Scholarships The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
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