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Charles Sturt University

  • 24% international / 76% domestic

Bachelor of Arts

  • Bachelor

Prepare yourself for the workforce with the ultimate skill set. When you study the Charles Sturt University Bachelor of Arts, you combine traditional humanities knowledge and skills, such as critical thinking, with professional specialisations and transferable employability skills.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 - 6 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Domestic Fees
$7,450 per year
ATAR
55

About this course

Overview

Prepare yourself for the workforce with the ultimate skill set. When you study the Charles Sturt University Bachelor of Arts, you combine traditional humanities knowledge and skills, such as critical thinking, with professional specialisations and transferable employability skills.

Study your way with the Bachelor of Arts online - to get the skills you need, wherever you want to take your career. Build a foundation then then choose from 13 majors, including creative arts, performing arts, pathway to teaching and sociology subjects.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

  • Diploma of Arts [Exit point only]
  • Associate Degree in Arts [Exit point only]
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Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Selection rank: 55

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  • Minimum ATAR requirements (including adjustment factors) OR
  • Successful completion of two university-level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies OR
  • A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification OR 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification OR
  • Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. OR
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR OR
  • Two years full time (or equivalent) work experience that meets the following requirement: the ability to demonstrate the development of literacy, analytical skills, and social-historical knowledge

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Intensive school

You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

Career pathways

You can tailor your course to suit a multitude of careers in public, private and not-for-profit organisations, including the performing arts and creative arts industries.

Course structure

Course information

When selecting the areas of study and subjects, the following rule applies: A maximum of (96 points) at level 100. A minimum of (40 points) at level 300 or above must be completed. In general, it is recommended that students complete level 100 subjects (e.g. EED1XX) before completing level 200 subjects (e.g. EED2XX), and level 200 subjects before completing level 300 (e.g. EED3XX) or level 400 subjects (e.g. EED4XX). Students may select their major and minor after successful completion of their first session of study. (A student must select their minor in a different discipline from their major selection.) Students intending to progress to a Charles Sturt Graduate Entry Teaching Program must complete Humanities Pathway to Teaching major.

Essential set (176 pts)Core subjects 52 Credit PointsCore subjectCredit PointsCOM120 Reasoning and Writing8 credit ptsHST101 The Short Twentieth Century8 credit ptsIKC101 First Nations Foundations: Knowing, Relating and Understanding Country8 credit ptsLIT111 Fairytales, Superheroes and Literary Greats8 credit ptsPHL104 Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics8 credit ptsSOC101 Understanding the Social World8 credit ptsHSS100 WIL 1: The Contemporary Bachelor of Arts4 credit ptsCompulsory subjects 16 Credit Points

Select one (1) subject from the following:

Compulsory subjectCredit PointsVPA107 Disruptive Media8 credit ptsPOL110 Australian History and Politics8 credit pts

Work Integrated Learning

SubjectCredit PointsHSS200 WIL 2: Engaging with Community and Industry8 credit ptsBUS223 Work Placement 16 credit ptsJST321 Criminology Workplace Learning8 credit ptsWEL232 Work Place Learning in Human Services 18 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.