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Bachelor of Arts
B.Arts
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| Location: | North Terrace Campus |
| Duration: | 3 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Bachelor |
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) is globally recognised as the program with the most flexibility and choice of fascinating fields of enquiry to immerse yourself in. It attracts those who are interested in the big picture, finding answers to burning questions, understanding human behaviours, cultures and history, and exploring diverse areas of study.
A core focus of the BA is to equip you with broad skills that are highly valued by employers, such as developing critical thinking, problem solving, researching and analysing information, effective communication and building the capacity for lifelong learning. These attributes mean our students are resilient and ready to work with different challenges and opportunities throughout their future careers, studies and daily lives.
The University has student exchange links with over 100 overseas institutions around the world. You can study overseas for one or two semesters which counts as credit towards your degree program at the University of Adelaide. In addition there are no extra tuition fees for this study. What better way to test out newly developed language skills or experience another culture as you learn?
During your degree you will explore new or existing interests from a wide range of disciplines across the university, and will specialise in at least one ‘major’ and a ‘minor’ from the Faculty. The BA includes the opportunity to learn one (or more!) of 8 languages, plus you can choose to build your cultural skills by studying a semester or two overseas from over 100 institutions around the world.
You have the chance to gain valuable experience relevant to your career goals, build networks and manage a research project by taking part in an internship with one of over 50 industry partners in the media, environment, parliament or the arts. Other benefits include regular career and employment forums and mentoring programs running throughout each year.
Honours Degree of Bachelor of Arts
If you have strong interests in more than one area, then completing a double degree is a great investment. Most double degrees can be completed in four years of full time study and you will graduate with two parchments. The following double degree programs have direct entry codes for SATAC:
Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Arts* (5 years)
*This is a combined program and only a single parchment is awarded
Are you enrolled in a single degree and would like to apply for a second degree? Have you ever wondered if you could study a combination of programs not covered in any of the listed double degrees? Both of these options are possible. And, by selecting the appropriate courses to enrol in, you can complete both awards in four years of full time study.
You can apply through SATAC for one program, and then apply for the second program the following year. Even better, you may be able to apply internally through the university for your second program in the middle of the year. The university rules for internal transfers, i.e. transferring from one degree to another or applying to enrol in a second degree can be found at http://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/admission/internaltransfers.
Please talk to the Faculty Office for enrolment advice if you are considering this option.
Studying for a humanities and social sciences degree means you can choose to study a language as part of your degree. Alternatively, any student enrolled in an undergraduate program at the university can elect to study a language through the Diploma in Languages. Start as a complete beginner or with more advanced knowledge and choose from Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Modern Greek or Spanish. The Diploma in Languages will extend study for one year to fit the language sequence, and you will graduate with certificates in both your program and the Diploma in Languages. You will leave university with language expertise, communication skills and greater cultural insight.
*The Diploma in Languages is not available to international students.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:
| 2009 CSP IB | 24 |
| SATAC Code | 314071 |
| 2009 CSP TER | 65 |
| HESS group
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General |
| Annual tuition fees
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Commonwealth-supported place: $5,310
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| Mid-year entry? | Subject to availability |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Not an international applicant?
| International TER | 70 |
| IB | 24 |
| IELTS Total | 6 [more info] |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $19,950 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
| International TER | 70 |
| IB | 24 |
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IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
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6
5.5
5.5
6
6
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Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
| International TER | 70 |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $19,950 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Students can specialise their studies by taking majors and minors in the following areas:
As well as the selection above, students can also take minors from the following areas:
Please note: All Majors and Minors are subject to University confirmation in November.
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
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All courses are worth 3 units each. |
| Level I (24 Units) |
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Choose four courses each semester.
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| Level II or Advanced Level (24 units) |
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Choose four courses each semester.
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| Level III or Advanced Level (24 units) |
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Choose four courses each semester.
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A fundamental part of each degree is ensuring you develop and emerge with highly valued skills in areas such as communication, collaboration, decision making and problem solving using research, critical thinking, reasoning and creative intelligence. You will be challenged, encouraged and given comprehensive feedback to build confidence and multifaceted strengths that push you to perform at your peak and make the most of all your talents.
Our graduates have great versatility in shaping their careers and follow highly successful paths in different areas: advertising, administration, business, community engagement, corporate communication, defence, diplomatic service, environmental management and planning, foreign affairs, humanitarian work, human resources, industry liaison, management, marketing, media, policy development, project management, psychology, public relations, publishing, research, social planning, youth work, academia and teaching.
To see where our latest graduates have gone in their careers, visit www.hss.adelaide.edu.au/profiles/
In addition to renowned excellence in teaching and research, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences provides mentoring support and careers advice with employment forums and talks by key industry partners and organisations each year.
Your degree may inspire you to achieve far more than you currently imagine and the knowledge and skills gained will open up a number of possibilities for your future.
Linguist, Ministerial Adviser, Natural Resource Planner, News Presenter, Parliamentary Adviser, Planning Officer / Urban Planner, Political Advisor, Producer, Production Assistant, Psychologist, Public Relations Officer/ Publicist, Publishing, Union Representative, Welfare Officer, Workplace Consultant, Advertising Officer, Archivist, Business Analyst, Clinical Psychologist, Columnist, Communications Officer, Counsellor, ...
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences facilitates an environment in which graduates are encouraged to take personal responsibility for developing the following attributes:
A very popular option for your third year is to take part in an internship in the arts, media, parliament or environment with over 50 industry partners. 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: Tuesday, 3 Nov 2009
