Overview
About The Arts program at Victoria University
An arts degree is the ideal preparation for today's fast-changing world. You'll develop specific skills for your chosen career, along with research, writing and communication expertise, which are essential in a broad range of work environments.
Turn your passion into your career by selecting units of personal interest.
Bachelor of Arts students complete one or two majors, which will be listed on your qualification. VU specialises in these areas, with expert lecturers and current course content:
- Communication Studies
- Digital Media
- History
- Literary Studies
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Visual Art
- Writing
Careers
Our BA provides a strong foundation for a range of exciting careers in the humanities, creative arts and social sciences. Your skills in communication, research, critical analysis and teamwork will be highly sought after, and are transferable to almost any workplace. You may choose to do further study, as many professional careers are best served by graduates with a generalist first degree.
You'll be prepared for a wide range of roles in government or the public service, community and non-government organisations, business, education and media.
VU Bachelor of Arts graduates often go on to work in the following areas:
- journalism, writing or strategic communications
- teaching (a popular choice following completion of a Masters of Teaching)
- creative arts administration
- public service and policy work
- community sector
- creative arts
- software development
- corporate management
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Reason and Revolution
- The Era of Controversy
- Creativity, Communication and the Digital Age
- Knowledge, Inquiry and Research
- Sociology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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We are currently accepting applications for this course.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Communication Studies Liberal Arts View 107 other Bachelors in Communication Studies in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS: 068927B
- Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).
OR
- Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
Tuition Fee
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International
25600 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12800 AUD per semester during 36 months.
- The amount you pay for your course depends on whether you’re offered a Commonwealth supported place or a full fee-paying place
- Paying national: $15,739 per year
Living costs for Melbourne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.