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Bachelor of Arts (Honours), UG:Bachelor, Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Australia . Cricos: 00004G

Australian Catholic University (ACU)

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
UG:BachelorFull-time1 yearFebruaryAUD 13759 per yearAUD 13759 per year

About Bachelor of Arts (Honours), UG:Bachelor - at Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Become part of a vibrant research culture while deepening your knowledge in your chosen arts, humanities or social sciences discipline area, and gain a competitive edge in your career.

Minimum Duration:

1 year full-time or equivalent part-time

Campus:

Brisbane, Melbourne, Strathfield, Online

Become part of a lively and engaging research community within ACU's National School of Arts and Humanities. Develop and undertake your own research thesis, or creative project and exegesis/dissertation, to make an original contribution to knowledge in your chosen discipline. Embedded in ACU's vibrant arts, social sciences and humanities community - you will receive the support, guidance, and mentorship to succeed throughout your research journey.

You will have the opportunity to gain a competitive edge in your career by engaging with industry, and to develop local and international experience, through an honours internship or a domestic or international fieldtrip. You will also build the credentials to apply to undertake Higher Degree Research (such as a research masters or PhD) in your discipline.

Notes about fees for this course

First year fees;

$13759 CSP

ACU is currently offering Commonwealth supported places (CSP) for this course. In a CSP, the Australian Government subsidises the cost of your course. You'll pay the remainder, known as the student contribution amount.

Entry requirements

An applicant must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible to apply for admission to the Bachelor of Arts (Honours), a student must have:

Completed an approved ACU undergraduate degree, or equivalent, normally within the last five years with a minimum GPA as stipulated in the University Guidelines for Honours Programs.

Students must have attained one of the following:

  • a GPA of 5.50 on the ACU seven-point scale in their major, or field of study, in the relevant undergraduate degree[1]; or
  • for students who have completed a Bachelor of Visual Arts and Design degree, achieved a Distinction in at least one of any Art Theory unit AND a GPA of 5.50 on the ACU seven-point scale across the visual arts/design units in their final year of study; or
  • for students who have completed a Bachelor degree in Media, achieved a Distinction in at least one of any Media Theory unit AND a GPA of 5.50 on the ACU seven-point scale across their final year in their media/digital journalism units;

  • Offers of admission to the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) require the approval of the National Head of School, or nominee, and will only be made where the student's proposed area of study aligns with a demonstrated capacity for Honours research and supervision within the School.

    International applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

    In accordance with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy, students who do not meet the standard requirements for entry to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) may be eligible for admission if they can demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and/or competencies. Particular equity groups, including students who are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, from low SES, regional or remote areas, may also be eligible for admission under equity pathways such as the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Special Entry Scheme or the Special Consideration for Long Term Educational Disadvantage (Universities Admissions Centre) Education Access Scheme (EAS). In accordance with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy, any such applications will be assessed by the National Head of the National School of Arts and Humanities.

    English language requirements

    Overall score of 6.0. Individual score of 6.0 in writing and speaking, and 5.5 in listening and reading.

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