Bachelor of Arts

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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 or via blended learning – 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.

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    Key information

    Study mode and sessions

    On Campus
    Online
    Next session start: July 14, 2025
    Session 1 : March 3, 2025
    On Campus, Online
    Wagga Wagga, Bathurst
    Session 2 : July 14, 2025
    Online, On Campus
    Bathurst, Wagga Wagga

    Duration

    Minimum time - 3 year(s)
    Maximum time - 6 year(s)

    Entry score

    55

    Indicative fees

    Domestic on campus
    Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS):

    Full-time - $14,500.00 pa
    Part-time - $7,250.00 pa

    Domestic online
    Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS):

    Full-time - $14,500.00 pa
    Part-time - $7,250.00 pa

    Course points and codes

    Credit Points: 192
    AQF: Level 7
    Cricos:

    Additional information

    • Charles Sturt Advantage early offer program
    • On campus intensive school
    • Work-integrated learning
    • First Nations Direct Entry Program

    The new Bachelor of Arts degree at Charles Sturt

    Applications close February 12

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    Find out more

    Why study with us?

    Get the best of both worlds

    We're changing the game when it comes to learning that works for you. Year one, you can choose to study online or combine on-campus and online study. you'll make connections with your peers and academics who are passionate about sharing their expertise. Plus, we'll keep the timetable compact so you can fit everything in. As you move into your second and third years, you'll study more online as you start to specialise. The course changes as you learn more.

    Build a solid foundation - then specialise

    Will you get a solid grounding in fundamental theory and practice? Of course. That's what your first year is all about. You will build on a solid foundation in humanities disciplines in first year to mix and match the areas of specialisation, from creative arts and marketing to history and sociology, in second and third year that align with your career goals.

    Build your employability from day one

    We worked with many organisations to develop this Bachelor of Arts course - to ensure it hits the mark for the future workplace. That's why you'll get to study employability skills subjects, gaining the aptitudes that are important in any career. Things like communication, cultural awareness and critical thinking. These are the human-centric skills that employers want.

    Career opportunities

    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.

      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.

      Students intending to progress to a Charles Sturt Graduate Entry Teaching Program must complete Humanities Pathway to Teaching major:

      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).

      Core subjects60 Credit Points

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      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      Core subject total credit points include 12 points of Work Integrated Learning
      COM120Reasoning and Writing8 credit pts
      HST101The Short Twentieth Century8 credit pts
      IKC101First Nations Foundations: Knowing, Relating and Understanding Country8 credit pts
      LIT111Fairytales, Superheroes and Literary Greats8 credit pts
      PHL104Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics8 credit pts
      SOC101Understanding the Social World8 credit pts
      Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
      HSS100WIL 1: The Contemporary Bachelor of Arts4 credit pts
      HSS303WIL 3: The Think Well8 credit pts

      Compulsory subjects 16 Credit Points

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      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      Select one (1) subject from the following: Compulsory subject total credit points include 12 points of Work Integrated Learning
      VPA107Disruptive Media8 credit pts
      OR
      POL110Australian History and Politics8 credit pts
      Work Integrated Learning
      Select one (1) subject from the following: Students selecting BUS223 will need to select and additional Transferable Skills subject
      HSS200WIL 2: Engaging with Community and Industry8 credit pts
      BUS223Work Placement 16 credit pts
      HSS305International Exchange8 credit pts
      JST321Justice Studies Workplace Learning8 credit pts
      WEL232Work Place Learning in Human Services 18 credit pts
      HSS305International Exchange8 credit pts

      Major64 Credit Points

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      • Workplace learning
      Select one (1) major from the following: Students intending to progress to a Charles Sturt Graduate Entry Teaching Program must complete Humanities Pathway to Teaching major.
      CA0001Creative Arts64 credit pts
      EN0001English64 credit pts
      EV0001Environmental Studies64 credit pts
      HT0001History64 credit pts
      HV0001Human Services64 credit pts
      PT0001Humanities Pathway to Teaching64 credit pts
      JS0001Justice Studies64 credit pts
      MM0001Management and Marketing64 credit pts
      PA0001Performing Arts64 credit pts
      PE0001Philosophy and Ethics64 credit pts
      PN0001Psychology (Non Accredited)64 credit pts
      SO0001Sociology64 credit pts
      WP0001Writing and Publishing64 credit pts

      Minor32 Credit Points

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      • Workplace learning
      Select one (1) minor from the following: Students intending to progress to a Charles Sturt Graduate Entry Teaching Program must complete one of the Educational Studies minors.
      MINCA1Creative Arts32 credit pts
      MINES1Educational Studies - Primary Teaching32 credit pts
      MINES2Educational Studies - Secondary Teaching32 credit pts
      MINEN1English32 credit pts
      MINEV1Environmental Studies32 credit pts
      MINHS1Head Start32 credit pts
      MINHT1History32 credit pts
      MINHV1Human Services32 credit pts
      MINIS1Indigenous Studies32 credit pts
      MINJS1Justice Studies32 credit pts
      MINMM1Management and Marketing32 credit pts
      MINPA1Performing Arts32 credit pts
      MINPE1Philosophy and Ethics32 credit pts
      MINPG1Politics and Government32 credit pts
      MINSO1Sociology32 credit pts
      MINWP1Writing and Publishing32 credit pts

      Transferable skills subjects12 Credit Points

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      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      Select six (6) subjects from the following:
      EMP100Building Resilience for the Workplace2 credit pts
      EMP101Building Emotional Intelligence2 credit pts
      EMP102Collaboration for Success2 credit pts
      EMP103Workplace Communication2 credit pts
      EMP104Human-Centred Design for workplace creativity2 credit pts
      EMP105Technology for the Connected Workplace2 credit pts
      EMP106Project Management Essentials2 credit pts
      EMP107Financial Literacy2 credit pts
      EMP108Data Analysis and Insights2 credit pts
      EMP109Solving Problems with Critical Thinking2 credit pts

      Unrestricted elective 8 Credit Points

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      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      XUN008Unrestricted elective8 credit pts
      Creative Arts

      Investigate a wide range of disciplines within the creative arts field, including art history, photography and visual culture.

      English

      Explore how language and text work together to deliver meaningful content, and illuminate history, society and philosophy in a unique way.

      Environmental Studies

      Play a part in improving the health of ecosystems, human welfare and our planet.

      History

      From the local to the global, from migration to media, discover the history of ideas, peoples and nations.

      Human Services

      Help the most vulnerable members of society, whether in communities or in the policy and advocacy arena.

      Justice Studies

      Explore issues of criminal justice, conflict and equity and learn how these issues affect communities and individuals.

      Management and Marketing

      Gain the skills to move into the corporate world with confidence.

      Pathway to Teaching

      Choose a custom-made pathway program if you want to go on and teach at either primary or secondary level.

      Performing Arts

      From classical and contemporary performance, to voice and movement, and Australian theatre, discover more about the diverse performing arts discipline.

      Philosophy and Ethics

      Tackle the fundamental questions of how we ought to live - and become a nuanced critical thinker.

      Psychology

      Develop your understanding of how the human mind functions. You could then undertake further study to become an accredited psychologist, or apply your knowledge to another field.

      Sociology

      Study sociology to understand how individuals, communities and global networks function - so you can make a difference.

      Writing and Publishing

      Get ready to work in the dynamic publishing industry - whether as a writer, editor, publisher or agent.

      For enrolment pattern please refer to the handbook.

      Graduation requirements

      As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.

      Costs

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      • Fees calculated based on 1 year of full-time study (ETSL).
      • Fees dependant on chosen subjects.
      • Subject to annual increase each year.

      Scholarships

      We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually!

      They cover various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living and individuals in unique circumstances.

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      Entry requirements

      Selection rank:

      55

      Learn about how our selection ranks are calculated (including ATARs and adjustment factors).

      View the course profile for this course.

      • 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.

      Credit and pathways

      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.

      Check your eligibility for credit

      We also have several admission pathways to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first. Find out what admission pathways are available to you.

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