Bachelor of Arts
Macquarie University
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Arts graduates are sought after by employers because arts degrees ensure you develop strong capabilities in analysis, creativity, research, critical thinking, intercultural awareness and communication – capabilities that are in demand by employers and essential for success in the 21st century workplace. Arts graduates are recognised by employers for their advanced skills in problem solving and their ability to make ethical judgements.
The Bachelor of Arts has been reimagined by our world-leading academics in consultation with industry partners and public-sector organisations, so you can be assured you’ll acquire the transferable and technical skills needed for success in today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces. Our approach allows you to turn your passion into a career by exploring your interests in-depth, and by honing your skills and knowledge through practical experiences and expert teaching.
300102 Bachelor of Arts (Distance) can't be studied from outside Australia, as compulsory on-campus sessions and exams may be a requirement of some units. The flexible structure of this degree allows you to choose units from a wide variety of study areas, whether in arts, humanities, sciences or social sciences.
Areas of study
Ancient history, anthropology, Chinese studies, creative writing, criminology, education studies, English, French and francophone studies, gender studies, geography, German studies, critical indigenous studies, international relations, Japanese studies, media, culture and communications, modern history, music studies, performing arts and entertainment industries, philosophy, politics, psychological science, sociology, Spanish and Latin American studies. Not all qualifying majors for the Bachelor of Arts can be completed with an external attendance mode.
Career opportunities
Arts manager, business manager, choreographer, communications specialist, criminologist, entrepreneur, game designer, human resources professional, intelligence and security specialist, international development adviser, journalist, lobbyist, market or social researcher, marketing manager, museum curator, project manager, radio producer or presenter, screen and film producer, television producer or presenter, writer.
Practical experience
Opportunities for internships and work-integrated learning are built into the degree.
Fees and charges
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Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Guaranteed selection rank: 75.00
Other applicants
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this degree on the Macquarie University website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
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- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
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