| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-03-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Art Theory (Honours) is a one-year advanced undergraduate degree designed for high-achieving students. It deepens students' understanding of art theory, develops analytical and research skills, and prepares them for careers in the arts and cultural sector, including roles such as arts manager, curator, and art critic. The degree may also serve as a pathway to further postgraduate studies in art history or related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- The Bachelor of Art Theory (Honours) is a one-year advanced undergraduate degree for high-achieving students.
- The degree enables students to expand and deepen their knowledge and understanding of art theory, and to develop analytical, problem-solving, and research skills through undertaking a significant independent research thesis.
Careers:
- Arts and cultural manager
- Gallery and event curator
- Arts policy administrator
- Creative director
- Art critic
- Art historian
- Cultural critic
Entry Requirements:
Applicants are required to have completed (or to be eligible to complete) a Bachelor of Art Theory or other bachelors degree in art history, art theory, visual culture, cultural studies or related fields. Applicants may be graduates either of UNSW or another recognized institution. A weighted average mark (WAM) or equivalent of 70 or higher is an entry requirement.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
Applicants may be asked to provide evidence of their English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on their educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment. If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency. If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria: English language tests and university English courses Prior study in the medium of English Other qualifications
