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Undergraduate Course

Bachelor of Arts

Develop the kind of communication, creative-thinking and interpersonal skills that will make you highly employable across a range of careers.

What type of student are you?

Domestic International

Murdoch code: B1356
Study mode: Part Time or Full Time
Duration: 3
Selection rank: 70
CRICOS code: See below
First year fee (domestic): $14,153
First year fee (international): $34,160
Full course fee (domestic): $42,460
Full course fee (international): $102,480

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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.

Overview

Related CRICOS: 001572M, 079340E, 079364G

An arts degree can take you anywhere.

You could be a tourist in your own city to get a new perspective. You could study community development or international aid – or learn to put your creative thinking to work for government agencies, corporations or organisations anywhere in the world.

The Bachelor of Arts embraces new directions in teaching and practice-based learning to train the thinkers and researchers of the 21st century. Many of the biggest and most vital issues we face today are about human society and the human condition. How can we understand who we are, how we want to live, or what kind of society we want to create, without the insights, knowledge and skills provided by the humanities and social sciences?

In this degree you will learn to put theory into practice in a way that is recognised and valued by employers. You will be empowered to be agile and think creatively so, when the time comes, you will thrive in our rapidly changing world and be a force for change, like Bachelor of Arts student Karis.

3 reasons to study Arts at Murdoch

Develop skills in an area of the arts you’re passionate about and gain practical experience so you’re job ready when you graduate.
Use the flexibility of a Bachelor of Arts to customise your degree to suit your dream career.
Get practical experience with the opportunity to take on internships or industry-led projects as you study.

What you’ll learn

Build advanced written and verbal communication skills which can make you an asset to any organisation when you graduate.
Explore theories, research methods and practices in the arts, humanities and social sciences.
Design and manage projects where you might work with others, lead a team or work independently.
Learn to identify, analyse and evaluate complex issues in the arts, humanities and social sciences.
Think creatively as you examine different perspectives and ethical approaches in the arts, humanities and social sciences.

Your future career

Depending on the area you choose to study, your Bachelor of Arts degree could be a step towards an incredible career. You could put your creative thinking and language skills to work in a range of roles, such as:

Policy and Planning Officer
Research Analyst
Electorate Officer
Communications Advisor
Human Resources Advisor
Curator/Archivist/Historian/Librarian
Media Liaison/Speechwriter
Actor or Presenter
International Aid Worker

Previous admission information is available at Murdoch Admission Information - Arts.

Progress to structure

Structure

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

Total credit points: 72

Unit code	Unit name	Credit points
Course Core		9 credit points
First-Year Core Unit Students should complete the following unit in their first semester of enrolment		3 credit points
ART100	Communication and Persuasion	3
Specified Core Electives Students choosing a 6-credit point unit (ART101) will have the additional 3-credit points allocated towards their General Elective credit points. Please speak with the Academic Chair regarding this.		3 credit points
ART101	Coming into Community	6
	OR
ART200	The Power of Perfect Text: Writing for Professional Contexts	3
	OR
ART208	Presenting in Public: Writing and Performing for Professional Contexts	3
	OR
AST281	Contemporary Asia: Media, Politics and Popular Culture	3
	OR
EGL101	Theatre Elements: History and Performance	3
	OR
EGL102	Writing Creatively: An Introduction	3
	OR
HIS218	History of Social Justice	3
	OR
IND101	Indonesian 1	3
	OR
JPN101	Japanese 1	3
	OR
PHL130	Introduction to Philosophy	3
	OR
POL201	Global Justice, Aid and Security	3
	OR
SOC122	Power and Control	3
	OR
SUS123	Sustainability: Towards Global Wellbeing	3
	OR
TOU232	Festivals and Events	3
Final-Year Core Unit Students complete at least one of the following Units in their final year of study (Students choosing a 6-credit point unit (ART304, POL340) will have the additional 3-credit points allocated towards their General Elective credit points. Please speak with the Academic Chair regarding this.)		3 credit points
ART300	Industry Project: Real-world partnership and project design	3
	OR
ART303	Research Project	3
	OR
ART304	In-Country Studies Indonesia	6
	OR
ART305	Learning Without Borders: Global Challenges	3
	OR
ART325	Internship	3
	OR
AST384	Asian Studies Project	3
	OR
COD303	Community Development Placement	3
	OR
POL340	Public Policy Internship	6
	OR
SUS331	Sustainable Development Internship Project	3
Major Students specialise in one of the following disciplines		24 credit points
MJ-ASNS	Asian Studies	24
	OR
MJ-CMDA	Community Development	24
	OR
MJ-ECW	English and Creative Writing	24
	OR
MJ-HSTA	History	24
	OR
MJ-IADA	International Aid and Development	24
	OR
MJ-INDA	Indonesian	24
	OR
MJ-JPNA	Japanese	24
	OR
MJ-PHLA	Philosophy	24
	OR
MJ-POLI	Politics and International Studies	24
	OR
MJ-SOCA	Sociology	24
	OR
MJ-SUS	Sustainable Development	24
	OR
MJ-THCP	Theatre and Creative Production	24
	OR
MJ-TOEA	Tourism and Events	24
Discovery Study		3 credit points
Options Students can use these electives to form a Second Major, Co-Major or Minor		36 credit points
For more information about the structure, please view the Handbook
Second Major Other Majors may be completed with the approval of the Academic Chair.		24 credit points
MJ-ASNS	Asian Studies	24
	OR
MJ-CMDA	Community Development	24
	OR
MJ-CRIB	Criminal Behaviour	24
	OR
MJ-CYPS	Cyberspace, Policy and Security	24
	OR
MJ-ECW	English and Creative Writing	24
	OR
MJ-ECS	Environment, Conflict and Security	24
	OR
MJ-GMAD	Games Art and Design	24
	OR
MJ-GMC	Global Media and Communication	24
	OR
MJ-HSTA	History	24
	OR
MJ-HBVR	Human Behaviour	24
	OR
MJ-INDA	Indonesian	24
	OR
MJ-IADA	International Aid and Development	24
	OR
MJ-JPNA	Japanese	24
	OR
MJ-JNL	Journalism	24
	OR
MJ-LEGS	Legal Studies	24
	OR
MJ-PHLA	Philosophy	24
	OR
MJ-PHT	Photography	24
	OR
MJ-POLI	Politics and International Studies	24
	OR
MJ-SCP	Screen Production	24
	OR
MJ-SOCA	Sociology	24
	OR
MJ-SUS	Sustainable Development	24
	OR
MJ-TCS	Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies	24
	OR
MJ-THCP	Theatre and Creative Production	24
	OR
MJ-TOU	Tourism and Events	24
OR
Co-Major Other Co-Majors may be completed with the approval of the Academic Chair.		18 credit points
CJ-ASCA	Asian Societies and Cultures	18
	OR
CJ-CMDA	Community Development	18
	OR
CJ-CYPS	Cyberspace, Policy and Security	18
	OR
CJ-ECW	English and Creative Writing	18
	OR
CJ-ECS	Environment, Conflict and Security	18
	OR
CJ-ESM	Environmental Science and Management	18
	OR
CJ-HSTA	History	18
	OR
CJ-HBVR	Human Behaviour	18
	OR
CJ-INDA	Indonesian	18
	OR
CJ-IADA	International Aid and Development	18
	OR
CJ-IKP	Indigenous Knowledges and Practices	18
	OR
CJ-JPNA	Japanese	18
	OR
CJ-PHLA	Philosophy	18
	OR
CJ-POLI	Politics and International Studies	18
	OR
CJ-SOCA	Sociology	18
	OR
CJ-SUS	Sustainable Development	18
	OR
CJ-TCS	Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies	18
	OR
CJ-THDA	Theatre and Drama	18
	OR
CJ-TOEA	Tourism and Events	18
OR
Minor Other Minors may be completed with the approval of the Academic Chair.		12 credit points
MN-ANT	Anthropology	12
	OR
MN-ASN	Asian Studies	12
	OR
MN-CMDA	Community Development	12
	OR
MN-CWA	Creative Writing	12
	OR
MN-EVNT	Events	12
	OR
MN-GEN	Gender Studies	12
	OR
MN-HSTA	History	12
	OR
MN-IDNS	Indonesian	12
	OR
MN-IKP	Indigenous Knowledges and Practices	12
	OR
MN-JPNS	Japanese	12
	OR
MN-LTT	Literature	12
	OR
MN-NBT	Nature Based Tourism	12
	OR
MN-PHLA	Philosophy	12
	OR
MN-POLI	Politics and International Studies	12
	OR
MN-SOCA	Sociology	12
	OR
MN-SUS	Sustainable Development	12
	OR
MN-SECD	Sustainability, Ecosystems and Community Development	12
	OR
MN-TCS	Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies	12
	OR
MN-TD	Theatre and Drama	12
	OR
MN-TOUA	Tourism	12
OR
General Electives Choose units subject to meeting the prerequisite requirements.		36 credit points

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Entry requirements

I have completed studies in

Select which option best describes your path to university :

Higher Education

You have completed university study in Australia, including a bridging or enabling course.

Recent Secondary Education

You are finishing high school this year or have done so in the last two years.

Vocational Education & Training

You have completed an apprenticeship or a VET course at TAFE or another private training provider.

Work & Life Experience

You have completed an aptitude test or spent time away from study for work.

Means of admission	Minimum academic requirement	Minimum English requirement
University study	Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA).	Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA).
Enabling courses (after Year 12)	Successful completion of one of the following: OnTrack Flex, OnTrack Sprint or K-Track at Murdoch University. Murdoch FlexiTrack High program in Year 12. TLC – Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12. An enabling or bridging course at another Australian University.	Successful completion of the course.

University study
Minimum academic requirement Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA).
Minimum English requirement Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA).

Enabling courses (after Year 12)
Minimum academic requirement Successful completion of one of the following: OnTrack Flex, OnTrack Sprint or K-Track at Murdoch University. Murdoch FlexiTrack High program in Year 12. TLC – Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12. An enabling or bridging course at another Australian University.
Minimum English requirement Successful completion of the course.

Means of admission	Minimum academic requirement	Minimum English requirement
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma	Total score of 24 or higher.	Higher level (HL): 3 or better. Standard Level (SL): 4 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
GCE A Levels	Aggregate of 6 points from: A maximum of the best three A-level subjects; OR A combination of A-level and AS-level subjects At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included A-level grades (A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1) AS-level grades (A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5)	A Levels: D in one of the following: English Language English Literature Knowledge and Inquiry. AS Level: C in one of the following: English Language English Literature Knowledge and Inquiry
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)	CPS 54 or higher.	50% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS).
VET course studied at school	Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher.	Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR Literature ATAR English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.
Extenuating circumstances	We'll consider applications from prospective students whose education has been compromised due to genuine hardship, resulting in them falling short of entry requirements for an undergraduate course.Find out more.	Case-by-case assessment.
Overseas Year 12	Please refer to the information under the country of study.	Please refer to the information under the country of study.
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)	Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower.	Sound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following: English English Extension (Literature) English for ESL Learners. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC)	70	Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent): English ATAR Literature ATAR English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR Or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only).

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Minimum academic requirement Total score of 24 or higher.
Minimum English requirement Higher level (HL): 3 or better. Standard Level (SL): 4 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).

GCE A Levels
Minimum academic requirement Aggregate of 6 points from: A maximum of the best three A-level subjects; OR A combination of A-level and AS-level subjects At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included A-level grades (A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1) AS-level grades (A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5)
Minimum English requirement A Levels: D in one of the following: English Language English Literature Knowledge and Inquiry. AS Level: C in one of the following: English Language English Literature Knowledge and Inquiry

Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)
Minimum academic requirement CPS 54 or higher.
Minimum English requirement 50% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS).

VET course studied at school
Minimum academic requirement Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher.
Minimum English requirement Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR Literature ATAR English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.

Extenuating circumstances
Minimum academic requirement We'll consider applications from prospective students whose education has been compromised due to genuine hardship, resulting in them falling short of entry requirements for an undergraduate course.Find out more.
Minimum English requirement Case-by-case assessment.

Overseas Year 12
Minimum academic requirement Please refer to the information under the country of study.
Minimum English requirement Please refer to the information under the country of study.

Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
Minimum academic requirement Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower.
Minimum English requirement Sound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following: English English Extension (Literature) English for ESL Learners. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).

Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC)
Minimum academic requirement 70
Minimum English requirement Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent): English ATAR Literature ATAR English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR Or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only).

Means of admission	Minimum academic requirement	Minimum English requirement
Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6	Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma.	Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma.
Certificate IV AQF level 4	Successful completion of a Certificate IV.	Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only), OR STAT Written English score of 140 or higher (145 if prior to May 2010).

Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6
Minimum academic requirement Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma.
Minimum English requirement Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma.

Certificate IV AQF level 4
Minimum academic requirement Successful completion of a Certificate IV.
Minimum English requirement Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only), OR STAT Written English score of 140 or higher (145 if prior to May 2010).

Means of admission	Minimum academic requirement	Minimum English requirement
Mature Age Pathway (MAP)	MAP involves an interview and a portfolio submission to be assessed by the Academic Chair of the course. Admission is based on relevant work and life experience. Applicants must also meet the English Language Competency requirements for the course. Email us for more information.	Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Must be met according to the respective courses standard ELC requirements, STAT Written English 140, etc.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)	Multiple Choice score of 135 (145 if taken prior to May 2010).	Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Written English Score of 140 (145 if taken prior to May 2010).

Mature Age Pathway (MAP)
Minimum academic requirement MAP involves an interview and a portfolio submission to be assessed by the Academic Chair of the course. Admission is based on relevant work and life experience. Applicants must also meet the English Language Competency requirements for the course. Email us for more information.
Minimum English requirement Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Must be met according to the respective courses standard ELC requirements, STAT Written English 140, etc.

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
Minimum academic requirement Multiple Choice score of 135 (145 if taken prior to May 2010).
Minimum English requirement Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Written English Score of 140 (145 if taken prior to May 2010).

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.

Advanced Standing

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing 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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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

Enabling pathways

If you don’t currently meet our admission requirements, we have a range of enabling pathways to help build your skills.

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Fees and scholarships

How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer.

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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)
ATAR results (if available)
STAT results (if applicable)
Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
School leavers applying for an Early Offer submit their Year 11 and 12 most recent high school report via TISC

Recommended documents (if applicable)

Change of name documentation
Marriage certificate
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

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
Genuine Student documents (if applicable) - Check the GS requirements page for further information
- GS Form 2
- Personal Statement (SOP)
- Up to date Curriculum Vitae
A copy of your Passport

Recommended documents

A copy of your visa documents (if available)
A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing

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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Structure

Total credit points: 72

Majors in this course

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Select which option best describes your path to university :

Higher Education

Recent Secondary Education

Vocational Education & Training

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