Bachelor of Arts

ATAR 60

Majors History, Creative Writing, Cultural Studies, Digital Media, Politics and International Relations, Social Science, shared majors (page 88)

Duration 3 years full-time/6 years part-time

Starts March, July

Location Gold Coast, Lismore, online

Professional placement Optional internship

Entry pathway Associate Degree of Creative Writing (page 72)

The Bachelor of Arts focuses on human cultures, values and beliefs that will broaden your mind with challenging ideas. This course fosters transferable skills that are highly valued across all sectors –qualities such as communication, analysis, critical thinking and problem-solving.

At Southern Cross you have the opportunity to apply those skills to the real world through community engagement as you delve into contemporary social and environmental issues. Graduates develop cultural awareness and a deep understanding of how to build their creative capacities and communication expertise.

Career opportunities

Diverse career opportunities exist in community relations, media, journalism, cultural policy, management and administration, publishing, public service, multimedia design, creative and cultural industries, politics, social justice and human rights, and secondary school teaching (with further study).

Double degrees

The Bachelor of Arts is also available as a double degree with the Bachelor of Laws (page 53) or the Bachelor of Business and Enterprise (page 21)

Double degrees

The Bachelor of Arts is also available as a double degree with the Bachelor of Laws (page 61) or the Bachelor of Business and Enterprise (page 23).