Unlock your creative potential. Study a versatile Bachelor of Arts degree at ºÚÁÏÍø.
Download our free Arts course guide and discover if the Bachelor of Arts is right for you.
Our highly versatile Bachelor of Arts degree is designed to give you the freedom to shape your studies to match your passions and career aspirations. Whether you're captivated by the art of storytelling, intrigued by heritage and global cultures, or eager to dive into the world of digital media, this degree allows you to choose your own adventure to pursue a range of exciting careers.
At the heart of this degree is an emphasis on practical learning. Through work-integrated learning opportunities, you’ll gain insights and real-world experience that will prepare you to thrive in today’s competitive job market.
Specialisations
Mix and match your majors and electives to create a personalised study experience, including:
- Culture and Heritage
- Global Studies
- Creative writing
- Film Production
- Digital Media
- Game Development
- Sports Media and more.
With a cutting-edge curriculum, explore a variety of innovative disciplines while building a strong foundation in writing, critical thinking, and expressive literacy with our Bachelor of Arts.
3 years, full-time
3 February 2025
28 July 2025
Commonwealth Supported Places available. Conditions apply.
Schedule a call with our friendly team to learn more about the Bachelor of Arts.
Tailor your studies by choosing from diverse majors and electives to fit your passions.
Complement your chosen major with breadth major electives in Politics, Psychology, Indigenous Studies, or another area of your choice.
Build skills in writing, critical thinking and expression for a range of careers in the Arts.
Learn from expert academics and guest lecturers with valuable industry experience.
Gain practical experience and connect directly to industry through internships, projects and mentorships with industry professionals via UC’s WIL.
Wondering what your future study pattern could look like? View our course handbook to explore your core units and open electives.
A Bachelor of Arts from UC opens the door to a range of creative career opportunities. Depending on your chosen specialisation, you could become a:
- Creative Copywriter
- Content Developer
- Museum Conservator
- Journalist
- Cultural Advisor
- International Consultant
- Policy Advisor
- Project Manager
- Curator
- Heritage Consultant
- Campaign Manager
- Producer
- Publisher
Bachelor of Arts admission is based on an entrance rank. To be eligible for this course, applicants must have a rank achieved by one of the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR of 60+
- Other Australian Qualification
- Work experience, or
- Overseas qualification.
Alternative entry options
As an alternative entry option, you can apply for a Bachelor of Arts with a portfolio submission showcasing your best creative work.
Study your course with reduced fees.
A course with Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) means the Australian Government has subsidised a portion of your degree, reducing the total balance you are required to pay (known as the student contribution amount).
The CSP amount is determined by the course you are undertaking and the industry you'll be working in after graduation.
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Some students (such as Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) may be eligible to apply to defer payment of their tuition fees via the Commonwealth Government's FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP schemes.
Visit our fees page for useful information about eligibility and how to apply and pay. You can apply for FEE-HELP or HECS-HELP once you have enrolled in a course.
*Bachelor of Arts specialist major. This will be specified on your awarded qualification, e.g. Bachelor of Arts (Culture and Heritage). All other specialisations will lead to a general Bachelor of Arts.
As an Adobe Creative Campus, we’re part of a select group of institutions that empowers every student with essential creativity and digital skills to succeed — no matter what you’re studying today or what career you choose to pursue after graduating. With Adobe, you can learn to communicate more effectively, build your personal brand, prepare for the challenges of an increasingly digital world, and prepare to achieve your goals as a student here and beyond.
At ºÚÁÏÍø, we’re known for our innovative teaching methods and graduate employability. Not only will you have access to modern facilities and a supportive learning environment, but you’ll also have numerous opportunities to connect with industry leaders.
When you study a Bachelor of Arts at ºÚÁÏÍø, you’re placing yourself in an industry booming with job prospects and opportunities for qualified professionals across a variety of sectors. With the backing of industry-standard practice, you’ll graduate with the confidence to hit the ground running.
Rated 5-stars
For Creative Arts starting salaries
(Good Universities Guide, 2024)
#1 in Canberra
For full-time employment
(Good Universities Guide, 2024)
Top 10 in the World
For reducing inequalities
(THE Impact Rankings, 2024)
Rated 5-stars
For Creative Arts starting salaries
(Good Universities Guide, 2024)
#1 in Canberra
For full-time employment
(Good Universities Guide, 2024)
Top 10 in the World
For reducing inequalities
(THE Impact Rankings, 2024)
Ready to unleash your creativity with a Bachelor of Arts at ºÚÁÏÍø? Download a brochure or speak to our staff via email or over the phone.
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- Whether UC’s Bachelor of Arts is right for you
- How to apply
- Costs and fees
- Commencement dates