Bachelor of Arts (Languages and Linguistics)

The Bachelor of Arts is a highly flexible, new-age degree featuring a choice of nine majors, each offering a unique perspective on the world around you and your role in it. You'll learn how to improve your decision making, generate new ideas, and think critically and creatively.

At a time when some jobs are disappearing, others are evolving and new jobs are emerging, these are the transferable skills that will future proof your career.

CDU's Bachelor of Arts develops both the breadth and depth of your knowledge. It gives you the freedom to focus on your area of interest, while also studying other subjects from a wide range of fields. At CDU, you'll benefit from a unique focus on Indigenous leadership and the issues and opportunities facing Northern Australia and South-East Asia.

You'll learn a new language and examine the role of language and linguistics in our communities. You can choose to learn Chinese, Greek, Indonesian or one of three Indigenous languages (Yolngu, Arrernte or Bininj Kunwok). This major also explores the mechanics of language, the role of languages in our socioeconomic and political lives and how languages shape our identities and strengthen communities. Opportunities exist to advance your language skills with an in-country study program.

You’ll also have the flexibility to study online, on campus or a mix of both, part-time and full-time. With 24/7 access to learning materials and online collaboration tools, you can study when it suits you.

Areas of study

Arts, languages and linguistics, humanities.

Career opportunities

Land councils, museums, research, training, diplomacy, adviser, communications, media, or consultancy particularly where these organisations engage with central and northern Australia and Asia.

Fees and charges

The Australian Government pays part of the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current CDU fee information.