Course Honours

Bachelor of Arts Honours

Course details for:
Entry requirements
ATAR:
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Study mode
Full Time Part Time
First year fee (domestic)
$16,220
Full course fee (domestic)
$16,220
Full time duration
1
Murdoch code
H1256

The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Course overview

Related CRICOS: 084943B, 084944A

If you achieve excellent results while completing your Bachelor of Arts, here’s your chance to build your specialist knowledge even further.

You can complete this course over one year of study, or longer if you can take advantage of part-time study options. Over that time, you’ll expand your expertise in the subject area of your undergraduate degree.

As you complete your honours, you’ll develop and complete an individual original research project in an area of your interest. You can put what you learn into practice and further your analytical, research and applied knowledge skills to begin the transition from student to researcher.

3 reasons to study Art Honours at Murdoch 

  1. You’ll develop advanced skills in using your initiative and judgement in a range of creative settings.
  2. Be inspired by our teaching and research staff who are humanities and social science scholars with experience and insights to share.
  3. If you’re a domestic student, you can complete this course on a full-time or part-time basis. This means you can study on your terms and add to your skill set while you’re still earning.

What you'll learn

  • Expand your creative-thinking and communication skills as you build on your business expertise.
  • Learn how to succeed while working on your own, leading others or working within a team.
  • Further develop the writing, data analysis and independent research skills you need as a postgraduate student through our free workshops and seminars.
  • Extend your understanding of the principles and practice of your subject area – and put that learning into practice.
  • Develop the skills you need to present your knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences.

Your future career

With a postgraduate qualification in humanities, you could forge an incredible career. You could put your advanced creative thinking and language skills to work in a range of roles, such as:

  • International Aid Worker
  • Researcher or Academic
  • Community Development Manager
  • Interpreter or Translator
  • Writer

Majors within this course may have different attendance modes. Please check the relevant major's page for further information.

Start dates

Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes Yes
Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes Yes
Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes Yes
Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes Yes

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Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes No No

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Customise your degree

Combine a wide range of majors, co-majors and minors to develop knowledge and skills in multiple disciplines.

Get hands-on experience

Complete internships and placements through our industry connections, including community groups, government agencies and private organisations.

Admission requirements

Completion of a Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent in the same discipline or cognate area with a Distinction average in units relating to the planned Honours study and a Credit average overall. Subject to availability of a suitable supervisor and approval by the Dean of School. Students should not have failed any undergraduate units in their relevant degree, particularly second and third year units and especially units related to their planned field of study.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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Admissions and pathways

Unsure whether you qualify for entry or what path to take? Whether you're a school leaver or non-school leaver, our range of pathways can help you get into Murdoch. Check out the options available to find the best one for you.

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Plan your course

Explore the sample course structure below to get an idea of what your degree could look like, or take the next step in planning your degree:

Use the Course Visualiser - build your personalised study plan interactively

Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.

To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.

Unit code Unit name Credit points

Fees & Scholarships

Fees

Full course fee: 
$16,220
First year fee: 
$16,220

The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Scholarships

Make the most of your university experience by reducing the financial costs with a scholarship. Whether you're a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.

How to Apply

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

  • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
  • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements

Course specific documents

  1. A completed Honours Application Form

Recommended documents (if applicable)

  1. Change of name documentation
  2. Marriage certificate
  3. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

  1. Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
    • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
    • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
  2. Genuine Student documents (if applicable) - Check the GS requirements page for further information
    • GS Form 2
    • Personal Statement (SOP)
    • Up to date Curriculum Vitae
  3. A copy of your Passport

Course specific documents

  1. A completed Honours Application Form

Recommended documents

  1. A copy of your visa documents (if available)
  2. A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
  3. Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
  4. Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
  5. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.

The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.

For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.

Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.

The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.

The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.

All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.

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