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Course Information

Bachelor of Arts

Effective from 01-JAN-2026 : Code U00

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) equips graduates for diverse careers by providing a strong foundation in the humanities and social sciences. Through majors in English, History, Politics and International Relations, Human Behaviour, Media and Cultural Studies, or Sociology, students develop in-depth knowledge and analytical abilities. Complementary minors in Creative Writing and Communication enhance specialisation. Core to the BA experience is the development of strong written and oral communication, research, and critical-thinking skills. Students engage with contemporary issues through theoretical and practical learning, preparing them for professional and civic engagement. Graduates emerge as versatile thinkers equipped for a range of careers in fields such as media, education, government, non-profit organisations, and further academic pursuits. Discover your passion, shape your future, and become a well-rounded global citizen with a Bachelor of Arts.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply broad knowledge of one or more disciplines in the arts and social sciences to research, community, and professional challenges.
2. Think critically to analyse, evaluate, and use knowledge from the arts and social sciences to make well-reasoned judgements .
3. Think creatively to generate and integrate a range of ideas from multiple perspectives to create evidence-based responses to social justice, sustainability, and ethical issues.
4. Use digital literacy skills to access, evaluate, and use relevant information from multiple sources to research problems and to engage with established and emerging technologies ethically and intelligently.
5. Communicate clearly and coherently to make persuasive arguments appropriate for professional and public contexts.
6. Demonstrate a global outlook and reflexive self-awareness with respect for culture and diversity, including Indigenous cultural responsiveness.
7. Demonstrate effective collaboration and interpersonal skills, including personal integrity and respect.
8. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability, and judgement for own learning and professional development.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 3)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• AQF Cert IV;
• Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Undergraduate Certificate;
• Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course; or
• Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 3 Years
• Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

• Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time
• Online: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

A/Prof Debra DUDEK

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Arts is a 360 credit point degree. Students are required to complete at least one Arts Major (120cp) in English, History, Human Behaviour, Media and Cultural Studies, Politics and International Relations or Sociology, and either a second Arts Major (120cp) or an Arts Minor (60cp) in Communication, Creative Writing, English, History, Human Behaviour, Media and Cultural Studies, Politics and International Relations or Sociology. With their remaining credit points, students may complete any of the following in order to make up a total of 360 credit points: any Arts Minor or General Minor listed below, or any Minor or Elective unit from the School of Arts and Humanities or other Schools.

Arts Majors (7 units comprising 120 credit points) *

- English (MAAAKC)

- History (MAAALU)

- Human Behaviour (MAAALV)

- Media and Cultural Studies (MAAAJT)

- Politics and International Relations (MAAALW)

- Sociology (MAAALX)

* Students who elect to complete two Arts Majors will need to complete both of the Bachelor of Arts capstone units in order to fulfill the requirements of both majors:

Arts Minors (4 units comprising 60 credit points)

- Communication (MIAAKW)

- Creative Writing (MIAAJY)

- English (MIAAJZ)

- History (MIAAKX)

- Human Behaviour (MIAAKY)

- Media and Cultural Studies (MIAAJU)

- Politics and International Relations (MIAALA)

- Sociology (MIAAKZ)

General Minors (4 units comprising 60 credit points)

- Biology (MIAAKC)

- Ecology (MIAAKG)

- Human Resource Management (MIAAAG)

- Indigenous Studies (MIAAHM)

- Management (MIAAAH)

- Project Management (MIBIOQ)

- Sustainability (MIAAKK)

^ Core Option

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course