Bachelor of Arts A310

You will graduate with skills employers crave: exceptional communication, critical thinking, problem-solving and leadership. This is why two-thirds of Australia’s workforce have humanities and social sciences degrees, as do two in three CEOs of ASX200 listed companies^.

Course structure

To complete the Bachelor of Arts, you must pass 24 credit points. This includes:

• DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in their first study period
• Employability sequence (3 credit points)
• one of:
• 2 arts majors (8 credit points each)
• 1 arts major (8 credit points), plus 1 arts minor (4 credit points)
• remaining credit points which may comprise of:
• 1 additional major
• 1 additional minor
• open elective units
• a combination of the above
• a maximum of 10 credit points at level 1
• a minimum of 6 credit points at level 3
• a maximum of 8 credit points taken outside the Faculty of Arts and Education

Most units are equal to one credit point.

As a full-time student you will study four credit points per trimester and usually undertake two trimesters per year.

All students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.

We offer a unit that is specifically designed to help students with the transition to university study:

Introduction to University Study AIX160

New students are encouraged to enrol in this unit in their first year.

Your selection of Major/s, Minor/s, and electives will enable you to design a unique Bachelor of Arts which best suits your needs.

• Major: Your choice of major/s will develop your expertise in particular area/s of study. Each of our majors are carefully scaffolded to give you a comprehensive understanding of your chosen area of study. Within each major sequence, you will also have the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills that will prepare you for your future careers
• Minor: If you choose to undertake a minor you will develop additional knowledge in another area of study. Students will often choose minors that complement their major/s, or use them to discover and pursue their interests
• Electives: These are units that you may select which interest you or support your career development. By giving you up to 9 electives to choose from, over the 3 levels, the Bachelor of Arts is all about you and your developing interests

A Deakin Bachelor of Arts will prepare you to thrive in your career and reach new heights personally and professionally.

Engage your curiosity and create meaningful change. Study something you are passionate about, with a diverse range of majors and minors. Studying the compulsory global challenges and employability sequences means you will be career-ready. Embrace your passions and choose from our diverse range of majors and minors.

Career outcomes:

• Criminology, sociology and policy

• Culture and creative arts

• Education

• Government and non-government organisations

• Language and international relations

• Media, writing and communications