Bachelor of Arts (Advanced)

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Bachelor of Arts (Advanced)

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Bachelor

Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equiv.

SATAC Code 324671

2011
ATAR TBC

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Program Outline

The Bachelor of Arts (Advanced) is a program for high-achieving students. The program is highly specialised, research focused and concentrates on the liberal arts. Students can complete two majors from the following disciplines: English; History; Politics; Anthropology; Philosophy; Classics; Linguistics; European Studies; Gender Studies and Social Analysis; and Asian Studies.

The BA (Advanced) is an excellent pathway to PhD study via Honours, as well as providing a springboard into careers involving research, policy making and consultancy.
Program Structure

BA (Advanced) students will be appointed an academic mentor for the duration of their degree; they will be able to focus on advanced level study from the first year of study; attend various discipline research seminars, career and industry talks; and undertake a 3-unit final year course 'Advanced Humanities'.

Students will be assisted and encouraged to participate in Study Abroad, Arts Internship, Community Engagement Project and Summer Research Scholarships, and complete a 6-unit Research Project in their final year under the supervision of their academic mentor. Students will need to maintain a minimum GPA of 5.0 for the duration of the degree.

Due to the rigour and specialisation of this program, BA (Advanced) students are not able to undertake another degree concurrently or study the program as a double degree, including with Law. Students are permitted to study a Diploma in Languages concurrently within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Assessment

Essays, seminar or tutorial participation, exams, internship research project option, 6-unit research project in final year.
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Bachelor of Arts

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Domestic applicants

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SATAC Code	324671
Annual tuition fees	Commonwealth-supported place: $5,648
Mid-year entry?	Yes
Deferment?	Yes - 2 year
Enquiries	University Contact Centre

Selection Criteria

Year 12 applicants

You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Alternative entry pathways

Higher Education applicants
You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA. GPAs earned from non-award study within the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences are also considered.
Special Entry applicants
You must be 18 years or over before February 1st of the year that you will be studying. If you have studied a higher education program within the last two years, you must not have studied more than 2 years full-time equivalent in that program and you must not hold a completed higher education level award. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
Without formal qualifications?
You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
Other Entry Pathways

How to Apply

SATAC Code: 324671

SATAC Application Dates

Application and Admission

International applicants

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Annual tuition fees	International student place: $22,000
CRICOS	075802A
Enquiries	University Contact Centre

Selection Criteria

How to Apply

Application information for international students

Important application deadlines for international students

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

Annual tuition fees	International student place: $22,000
Enquiries	University Contact Centre

Selection Criteria

Areas of Specialisation
Majors currently available include:
- Anthropology
- Asian Studies
- Classics
- English
- European Studies
- Gender Studies and Social Analysis (formally Gender Work and Social Inquiry)
- History
- Linguistics
- Philosophy
- Politics
Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2012 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.
Double Major

Students must study a double major (comprising 24 units each, including a 6 unit research project split across the two majors - with 3 units counting towards each major), choosing two disciplines from the following:
- Anthropology
- Asian Studies
- Classics
- English
- European Studies
- History
- Linguistics
- Gender, Work and Social Inquiry
- Philisophy
- Politics
Core Courses
- Research Project (6 units)
- Humantities Advanced Core Course (3 units)
Level I/Advanced Level

Students are encouraged to complete at least 12 units at Level I, however may commence at either Level I or Advanced Level. The Advanced Level prerequisite (12 units of Level I H&SS) is waived.

Important to note

Each student will be appointed an Academic Mentor, and will be provided with a study plan for their chosen majors.

Participation in Study Abroad, Arts Internship, Community Engagement Project and Summer Research Scholarships are also highly recommended.
Career Opportunities

Likely careers include research, Government, consultancy and policy maker.

Potential careers

Linguist, Anthropologist, Author, Parliamentary Adviser, Personal / Research Officer (Local MP), Consultant, Policy Adviser, Political Adviser, Politician, Public Servant, Researcher, Feature Writer, Government Officer, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser
Work Placement

A very popular option for your third year is to take part in an internship with an organisation from within the arts, media, parliament or environment. These include State Parliament and a range of public and business sector agencies, where you can use the knowledge from your university study in a practical work environment, building valuable networks and gaining experience that counts towards your degree program and prepares you for your future career.

The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.

Last updated: Wednesday, 18 Jul 2012

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