Bachelor of Arts
Macquarie University - North Ryde
Overview
Arts graduates are highly sought after by employers because arts degrees ensure you develop strong capabilities in analysis, creativity, research, critical thinking, intercultural awareness and communication – capabilities that are in demand by employers and essential for success in the 21st century workplace. Arts graduates are recognised by employers for their advanced skills in problem solving and their ability to make ethical judgements.
The Bachelor of Arts has been reimagined by our world-leading academics in consultation with industry partners and public-sector organisations, so you can be assured you’ll acquire the transferable and technical skills needed for success in today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces. Our approach allows you to turn your passion into a career by exploring your interests in-depth, and by honing your skills and knowledge through practical experiences and expert teaching.
300102 Bachelor of Arts (Distance) can't be studied from outside Australia, as compulsory on-campus sessions and exams may be a requirement of some units. The flexible structure of this degree allows you to choose units from a wide variety of study areas, whether in arts, humanities, sciences or social sciences.
Majors
Areas of study
Ancient history; anthropology; applied ethics; Chinese studies; creative writing; criminology; Croatian studies; education; English; French and francophone studies; gender studies; geography; German studies; Indigenous studies; international relations; Italian studies; Japanese studies; media, culture and communications; modern Greek studies; modern history; music studies; performing arts and entertainment industries; philosophy; politics; psychological science; Russian studies; social justice; sociology; Spanish and Latin American studies. Not all qualifying majors for the Bachelor of Arts can be completed with an external attendance mode.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Arts manager, business manager, choreographer, communications specialist, criminologist, entrepreneur, game designer, human resources professional, intelligence and security specialist, international development adviser, journalist, lobbyist, market or social researcher, marketing manager, museum curator, project manager, radio producer or presenter, screen and film producer, television producer or presenter, writer.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 96 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 74.13 | 79.75 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 65.35 | 75.15 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the Macquarie University website for admission criteria information.
This information is sourced from Course Seeker, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and the Tertiary Admission Centres. View more information on Course Seeker.
University
Macquarie University
Campus
North Ryde
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Arts
Indicative ATAR
65.35
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: Available
Course Link
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