Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2013)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2000
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English.
Additional application information
The Bachelor of Arts must be completed at the St Lucia campus. However, an option exists for students to commence, and complete the first semester of the program at the Ipswich campus. Students at the Ipswich campus are only able to undertake #8 of introductory courses at that campus. For further information about entering the Bachelor of Arts via the Ipswich pathway, please search for 2249 (program code for the Bachelor of Arts (Ipswich).
EXCHANGE PROGRAM: Because of the flexible nature of the BA degree program, BA students are ideally placed to participate in UQ's student exchange program. Many areas of study within the BA offer formal exchange programs to overseas Universities.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyDuration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2013)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2000
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 001942A
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy)
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Arts?
The Bachelor of Arts is a flexible degree that provides students with the optimal balance between a defined sequence of study and flexible course options. This innovative program has been designed to develop graduates with the key practical skills and interdisciplinary knowledge required to be the leaders of tomorrow. The program will provide you with highly developed skills in written communication, problem-solving, critical thinking and interpersonal understanding. A BA graduate is someone who has gained skills and knowledge and can apply these skills in many different jobs, careers and life situations. You can choose from a wide range of majors, tailoring the degree to suit your own particular career aspirations. The program is also available in dual degree format. The honours program requires an additional year of study and calls for greater specialisation in a chosen area at a high standard of scholarship.
What you can study
The BA offers a wide choice of academic subject areas in the core disciplines of humanities and social sciences. Students tailor the degree to suit their own career aspirations - there are many majors from which to choose. Students undertake two majors, or a more concentrated extended major and a minor, plus a range of electives.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Arts.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Arts
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Major
- Ancient History / Extended Major
- Ancient History/History Major
- Anthropology / Extended Major
- Archaeology / Extended Major
- Art History / Extended Major
- Asian Studies Major
- Chinese / Extended Major
- Classical Languages / Extended Major
- Criminology / Extended Major
- Drama / Extended Major
- Economics / Extended Major
- English / Extended Major
- English Language and Communication Major
- English Literature / Extended Major
- Film and Television Studies Major
- French / Extended Major
- Gender Studies Major
- Geography / Extended Major
- German / Extended Major
- History / Extended Major
- Indonesian / Extended Major
- Information Technology Major
- International Relations / Extended Major
- Italian Major
- Japanese / Extended Major
- Journalism and Mass Communication / Extended Major
- Korean / Extended Major
- Linguistics / Extended Major
- Mathematics / Extended Major
- Media, Communication and Cultural Studies / Extended Major
- Music / Extended Major
- Peace and Conflict Studies / Extended Major
- Philosophy / Extended Major
- Political Science / Extended Major
- Popular Music Major
- Psychology / Extended Major
- Public Policy Major
- Russian / Extended Major
- Sociology / Extended Major
- Spanish / Extended Major
- Sports Studies / Extended Major
- Studies in Religion / Extended Major
- World Literatures and Cultures / Extended Major
- Writing / Extended Major
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelors of Journalism/Arts
- Bachelors of Commerce/Arts
- Bachelors of Arts/Laws
- Bachelors of Science/Arts
- Bachelors of Human Services/Arts
- Bachelors of Arts/International Hotel and Tourism Management
- Bachelors of Information Technology/Arts
- Bachelors of Economics/Arts
- Bachelors of Arts/Education(Secondary)
- Bachelors of Arts/Social Science
- Bachelors of Communication/Arts
- Bachelors of Business Management/Arts
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English.
Additional application information
The Bachelor of Arts must be completed at the St Lucia campus. However, an option exists for students to commence, and complete the first semester of the program at the Ipswich campus. Students at the Ipswich campus are only able to undertake #8 of introductory courses at that campus. For further information about entering the Bachelor of Arts via the Ipswich pathway, please search for 2249 (program code for the Bachelor of Arts (Ipswich).
EXCHANGE PROGRAM: Because of the flexible nature of the BA degree program, BA students are ideally placed to participate in UQ's student exchange program. Many areas of study within the BA offer formal exchange programs to overseas Universities.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 001942A
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy)
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Arts
Careers
The Bachelor of Arts provides a broad, flexible education and is excellent preparation for a wide range of careers. Many employers, especially in large organisations, look for people with the skills an Arts degree provides. Some specialised areas of study lead to careers in specific fields such as psychology, linguistics, or languages. Other areas are general training for professional/semi-professional careers in fields such as economics, English and information technology.
Other career opportunities exist in: Administration; Advertising; Art galleries and museums; Consulting; Consumer affairs; Cultural organisations; Diplomatic and trade services; Education; Environmental protection and management; Event coordination; Film and television; Finance; Foreign affairs; Fundraising; Government; Human resource management; Information management/technology; Insurance; Labour unions; Marketing; Media and entertainment; Politics; Public affairs; Public relations; Publishing and research; Real estate; Recreation and leisure; Research; Retail; Social services; Sociology; Sports coordinating; Statistics; Translating/interpreting; Travel and tourism; Welfare; Writing
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- AUSTRALIAN PSYCHOLOGICAL SOCIETY LTD
Program rules for the Bachelor of Arts
To complete the Bachelor of Arts
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Arts, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #48, comprising:
- either two single majors or one extended major and a minor in a different field and the balance of electives from Part A or Part B or other courses approved by the Executive Dean.
Students are also requested to note the following:
- a course can only count towards one major;
- first #8 must be from Part A or Part B;
- minimum of #28 at advanced level courses;
- no more than #32 may be from a single field;
- may not enrol on a cross-institutional basis prior to the completion of #16 in the program;
- must complete #8 at the home campus prior to enrolling in courses at another campus.
Full details of all the courses listed in the BA majors are available in the Course Descriptions section on mySI-net.
Refer to BA rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
