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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science

Official Abbreviation BA/BSc
Course Type Undergraduate
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study
Armidale Semester 1 On Campus
Armidale Semester 2 On Campus
Armidale Semester 1 Off Campus
Armidale Semester 2 Off Campus
Course Duration
  • 4 Years Full-time
  • 8 Years Part-time
2008 UAI 70
2008 OP 13
Fees Commonwealth Supported Place
Total Credit Points 192
Overview

The combined program offers students the opportunity to study in the area of Arts and this combined degree is ideal for students seeking a liberal education to pursue areas of interest in both science and humanities and offers students the opportunity to study in the area of Arts and Sciences in preparation for a wide range of careers. It offers breadth of learning and multi-skilling across disciplines recognising that graduates are required to demonstrate skills in critical analysis, research, communication and technological expertise. Graduates of the program are awarded a combined Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree.

Intensive Schools Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements

Normal admission requirement apply. Assumed knowledge is any two units of English plus Mathematics and recommended studies are Chemistry and/or Physics and Biology.

For students without the recommended background knowledge, the Faculty offers Foundation units in Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.

Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules
N/A
Career Opportunities

Arts component: depending on majors, examples include positions in public and private sectors, such as management and administration, heritage and archival, policy and public relations, diplomacy and foreign affairs, translation, education, business, health, film and theatre, public relations, media, tourism, editing and publishing, and roles such as human resource officers, social researchers, town planners, welfare officers, administrative managers, park rangers, archaeologists, curators, psychologists and sociologists. Depending on your area of major study a career in teaching is available by completing a Graduate Diploma in Education.

Science component: exciting career options are possible in small to large business, industry, government, teaching and research. Examples include positions in the departments of primary industries, resource management, water and land resources, CSIRO, environmental protection authorities, forestry commissions, national parks and wildlife services and the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO). Industry opportunities include positions in computing, consulting, botanical gardens and museums, manufacturing, electronics, mining and oil. Teaching is also an option after completing a Graduate Diploma in Education.

Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities None
Advanced Standing Advanced standing may be granted for previous study completed at a recognised tertiary institution
Fast Track None
Other Benefits

BA/BSc graduates are eligible to enrol for a wide range of Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and course work Master programs.

Honours Graduates of the BA/BSc who achieve at the appropriate level are able to complete either the Bachelor of Arts with Honours or the Bachelor of Science with Honours. The honours program shall include advanced coursework and a dissertation. BA(Hons) and BSc(Hons) graduates who achieve the appropriate level of Honours are eligible to apply to enrol for a research Master degree or the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Scholarships The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
Further Information

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How to apply

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