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Bachelor of Arts
B.Arts
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| Location: | North Terrace Campus |
| Duration: | 3 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Bachelor |
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) is globally accepted as the program which provides great flexibility for students while equipping them with a broad and sought after skillset essential for many careers. The BA suits students who are interested in the big picture, finding answers to burning questions, understanding human behaviours, cultures and history, and exploring new or existing areas of study. Students specialise in areas of their choice by taking a 'major' (from one of 25 areas) and a 'minor' (from a range of areas). They also can pick from a number of courses that can be chosen from any University faculty. This study plan gives students depth of knowledge and skills in at least two fields, while having breadth of understanding in other areas.
Regardless of their specialisation, all BA students build skills that are highly valued by a variety of employers, such as the ability to find creative solutions to problems, researching and analysing information, the capacity for lifelong learning, and effectively communicating at many levels. These attributes mean students can adapt to different challenges that they might face in their future careers, studies and daily lives.
Full time BA students are encouraged to take advantage of the study abroad and student exchange links that the university has developed with over 100 overseas institutions. Students can study overseas for one or two semesters and earn credit towards their University of Adelaide BA program. Tuition fees are waived by the overseas institution if a student enrols at an institution that is an exchange partner of the university.
BA students can also take part in the Arts Internship Scheme, where they spend time working as an 'intern' in a private or public sector organisation, while completing a research project. The BA is a great preparation for careers in business, government, teaching, administration, journalism and the creative arts.
Students interested in studying at Adelaide should consider the benefits of completing a combined or double degree program. Double degrees usually require four years of full-time study with students receiving two degree certificates upon completion. Graduates of combined degree programs emerge in an enviable position, having added an extra dimension to their employment potential by expanding their knowledge and acquiring skills in diverse areas. These two main types of combined/double programs for students in the faculty are referred to as formal (double degrees) and flexible (combined degrees). Formal combinations require direct entry through SATAC, and may have a higher number of compulsory courses or streams within a particular discipline area. Students following these combinations may need to take additional courses to complete in the minimum time.
These combinations can be completed in 4 years:
The Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Arts can be completed in 5 years.
The Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts combination can be completed in 5.5 years.
Flexible combinations generally allow more free choice in course selection, with fewer compulsory requirements. Students who are enrolled in a single degree only but wish to apply for a second degree in order to undertake a flexible combined program may be able to apply internally rather than having to apply through SATAC. The university rules for internal transwers, i.e transferring from one degree to another or applying to enrol in a second degree can be found at http://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/admission/internaltransfers.
Flexible combinations of programs can also be completed in four years and include:
Students can also choose to undertake an informal combination of programs not covered in any of the arrangements listed above. Again, students may be able to apply internally rather than having to apply through SATAC. The university rules for internal transfers, i.e. transferring from one degree to another or applying to enrol in a second degree can be found at http://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/admission/internaltransfers.
It is recommended that students planning to undertake an informal combined degree contact the Student Centre or the Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty Office for advice.
However, students will need to contact the other faculty to discuss meeting the requirements of the other degree. It will usually take longer than four years to complete one of these informal double degree programs.
Concurrent degree combinations are not available to international students.
Admissions information for
domestic
and
international
students.
| Selection criteria:
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| How to apply:
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SATAC
Code: 314071
Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission
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| Mid-year entry? | Subject to availability |
| Annual tuition fees:
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Commonwealth-supported place: $5,201
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| General enquiries: | Student Centre |
| Selection criteria:
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| How to apply: | |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Annual tuition fees:
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International student place: $19,000 |
| General enquiries: | Student Centre |
Students can specialise their studies by taking majors and minors in the following areas:
As well as the selection above, students can also take minors from the following areas:
Please note: All Majors and Minors are subject to University confirmation November 2008.
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
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All courses are worth 3 units each. |
| Level I (24 Units) |
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Choose four courses each semester.
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| Level II or Advanced Level (24 units) |
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Choose four courses each semester.
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| Level III or Advanced Level (24 units) |
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Choose four courses each semester.
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To see what career pathways Adelaide Bachelor of Arts graduates have taken, visit Graduate Profiles.
Linguist, Ministerial Adviser, Natural Resource Planner, News Presenter, Parliamentary Adviser, Planning Officer / Urban Planner, Political Advisor, Producer, Production Assistant, Psychologist, Public Relations Officer/ Publicist, Publishing, Union Representative, Welfare Officer, Workplace Consultant, Advertising Officer, Archivist, Business Analyst, Clinical Psychologist, Columnist, Communications Officer, Counsellor, Curator, Development Officer, Employment Consultant, Entertainment Industry, Film Director / Film Critic, Foreign Affairs, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, Human Resource Manager, Humanitarian / Aid Worker, Industrial Organiser, Information Analyst, Interpreter/ Translator, Journalist
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences facilitates an environment in which graduates are encouraged to take personal responsibility for developing the following attributes:
The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
Last updated: Monday, 22 Dec 2008
