Program Overview

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Bachelor of Arts

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) is a degree that offers students the opportunity to tailor their studies to their interests and career aspirations. With a wide range of majors and minors available, students can create a unique degree that aligns with their passions and goals.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Arts, students must meet the following entry requirements:

• Guaranteed Entry ATAR: 65.00
• No ATAR: Alternative entry options are available, including the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) and TAFE/VET qualifications
• GPA: 4.0
• TAFE/VET: Certificate IV or above
• English language requirements: IELTS overall 6.0, Speaking 6.0, Writing 6.0, Pearson overall 50

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Arts is a three-year full-time degree (or part-time equivalent) that consists of core topics, major, minor, and option topics. The degree is deferrable, and students can choose to study on campus or online.

Majors

Students can choose from a wide range of majors, including:

• Creative Arts
  • Creative Writing
  • Drama
  • Film and Television Studies
  • Visual Arts
• Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Ancient Studies
  • Archaeology
  • Critical Indigenous Studies
  • Digital Heritage
  • English
  • Gender Studies
  • Geography and Environmental Studies
  • History
  • Medieval Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science
  • Sociology
• Languages
  • Applied Linguistics
  • French (Beginners or Continuers)
  • Indonesian (Beginners or Continuers)
  • Italian (Beginners or Continuers)
  • Spanish (Beginners or Continuers)

Minors

Students can also choose from a range of minors, including:

• Ancient Studies
• Anthropology
• Applied Linguistics
• Archaeological Science
• Archaeology
• Australian History
• Climate Change
• Creative Writing
• Criminology
• Critical Indigenous Studies
• Curatorial and Museum Studies
• Digital Heritage
• Drama
• English
• Film and Television Studies
• French (Beginners)
• French (Continuers)
• Gender Studies
• Geography and Environmental Studies
• History (International Relations)
• Indonesian (Beginners)
• Indonesian (Continuers)
• International Relations
• Italian (Beginners)
• Italian (Continuers)
• Maritime Archaeology
• Medieval Studies
• Modern History
• Performance
• Philosophy
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Screen Production
• Social Media and Digital Content
• Sociology
• Spanish (Beginners)
• Spanish (Continuers)
• Sustainability
• Visual Arts
• World History
• Writing for Stage and Screen

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts are suited to employment in many fields, given the broad scope of specializations available. Potential occupations include:

• Equal opportunity officer
• Content producer
• Climate justice specialist
• Communications and campaigns assistant
• Human rights officer
• Intelligence analyst
• Screenwriter
• Employment consultant Potential employers include:
• Nonprofits and activist groups
• Media and creative agencies
• Tourism businesses
• Museums and cultural institutions
• Government agencies
• Public and private companies
• Universities
• International organizations

Honours

Students can also pursue an Honours degree in Arts, which enhances knowledge, research skills, and critical analysis of the world. The Honours year consists of an independent research project and thesis, and students can specialize in over 20 areas.

Support Services

The university offers a range of support services for students, including:

• International Student Services (ISS)
• Cultural, health, and wellbeing services
• Academic support
• Enrolment advice
• Financial support

Scholarships

Flinders University offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships to support international students in pursuing their educational and career goals.

Application Process

To apply for the Bachelor of Arts, students must:

1. Select their course
2. Check entry requirements
3. Check eligibility for credit
4. Apply online
5. Obtain certified documents
6. Submit their application and documents

Alternative Pathways

The university offers alternative pathways for students who do not meet the academic entry requirements, including:

• Flinders University Academy
• English language pathways
• TAFElink
• Dual offer pathways
• Credit transfer

Frequently Asked Questions

The university has a range of frequently asked questions and answers available for students, including information on:

• What can I do with a Bachelor of Arts?
• Can I get a job with a Bachelor of Arts?
• How many majors and minors can I study?
• How do I apply?
• What documents do I need for my international application?
• When should I apply for my student visa?
• Can I study part-time?
• Can I study online?
• What if I don't meet English language requirements?