The aim of the Bachelor of Arts is to provide you with a multidisciplinary education that will allow you the opportunity to gain knowledge in a range of humanities and the arts disciplines. The Bachelor of Arts offers you a broad and flexible education base with a number of disciplines to choose from. You will experience a variety of perspectives, methodologies and learning styles. You will explore disciplines that study the way humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values. You will think deeply in the areas of humanities and the arts and you will take steps to prepare yourself for the world of work. You will have the opportunity to gain crucial lifelong learning and transferable generic skills, such as critical thinking and problem-solving. You will learn to apply these skills to a range of future employment opportunities and life situations.
The skills and knowledge which students acquire from undertaking the Bachelor of Arts are transferrable across a wide range of industries and professions. The life-long skills include: creative thinking, critical reading, critical thinking, effective writing and communication skills, developing clear and cogent arguments, research, data analysis, understanding intercultural relationships, social justice, cultural heritage and environmental planning. These generic skill sets from the BA are regarded highly by Graduate Recruitment Companies who recruit university graduates for government departments and various large companies, and by Employers in general. There are a wide variety of job types that BA graduates move into. Some of the more common career options are: government agencies, administration, publishing houses, environmental planning and management, media, journalism, libraries, museums, galleries, not-for-profit organisations, private companies, teaching, town councils, disability services, community sector organisations, youth worker and universities.
Duration | 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time |
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Credit Points that Must be Earned | 144 |
Number of Units Required | CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24). |
Expected Hours of Study | One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term. |
Course Type | Undergraduate Award |
Qualification (post nominal) | BArts(Major) |
AQF Level | Level 7: Bachelor Degree |
Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2025
Indicative Year - 2024
Indicative Year - 2023
Indicative Year - 2022
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Rank Threshold | SR 60 | ATAR 60 |
English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent
English Language Proficiency Requirements
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
English test results remain valid for no ore than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
International Students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
There are no implications for students in regard to security requirements.
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Interim Awards | CF36 - Diploma of Arts |
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Exit Awards | CF36 - Diploma of Arts |
Accreditation |
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No Residential School for this course.
COMM13110 - Students who choose the journalism major will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement of 120 hours in a media related field. |
COMM13111 - Students who choose the public relations major will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement of 120 hours in a public relations related field. |
BUSN13004 - This work-integrated learning will involve a placement in an organisation loosely related to one of the BA discipline majors. For example, a work placement in a museum. |
Year | Number of Students |
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2024 | 81 |
2023 | 86 |
2022 | 110 |
2021 | 131 |
2020 | 151 |
Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.
If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.
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Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
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Course Structure:
To satisfy the requirements of the award, you must complete 24 units (144 units of credit) as outlined below:
4 core units (listed below):
2 majors totalling 16 units (from those listed below):
PLUS 1 minor totalling 4 units (from those listed below):
NOTE: No more than twelve Level 1 units out of the 24 units may be credited toward the degree.
* The Pathway to Teaching majors provide a fast-track to a Master of Teaching. Only one Pathway to Teaching major can be selected. Students who choose Pathway to Teaching must select a second major from approved Discipline Teaching Areas including English and Cultural Studies, Geography, History and Politics, or Journalism. Liberal Arts may be selected only if units meet eligibility for entry into the Master of Teaching. Selection of the Pathway to Teaching major does not guarantee entry into the Master of Teaching course. Students must still apply and be accepted into the Master of Teaching as per normal processes using academic and non-academic entry requirements. Once accepted into the Master of Teaching, students can apply for the four units of credit from the Pathway to Teaching major. Completion of the Bachelor of Arts alone does NOT meet eligibility requirements for teacher registration. Students who select the Pathway to Teaching major must select a second major in a Discipline Teaching Area. This pathway is suited to students who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Teaching qualification as their pathway to an accredited teaching qualification. This is an alternative pathway to teacher registration to the Bachelor of Education.
Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
BUSN11016 | Introduction to Study and Professional Practice |
Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
COMM11108 | Communicating for Social Change |
Year 2 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
SUST11001 | The Changing World and Sustainability |
Year 2 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
BUSN13004 | Professional Practice and Experience |
Number of units: 6 | Total credit points: 48 |
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A unique feature of the Creative Writing major is that it provides you with the chance to write a sustained creative writing dissertation of any genre over the course of your final year. This feature makes the Creative Writing major an invaluable pathway for those students interested in the Master of Creative Writing course.
Do you have a passion for writing? Are you a budding poet or writer? Do you love writing short stories and poems? Our Creative Writing major offers you the chance to develop the skills and knowledge you'll need as a writer in the digital age. You will develop a tool kit of writing styles and genres, including traditional fiction, non-fiction, poetry and scriptwriting, as well as experimental and hybrid genres such as speculative fiction, flash fiction, lyric essays, docufiction, and concrete poetry, among others. This major also encourages you to explore the vast array of opportunities that technology provides the creative writer in creating 'born digital' works.
Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
WRIT11023 | Beginning Creative Writing |
Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
WRIT11025 | Creative Nonfiction |
Year 2 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
WRIT12010 | Creative Writing: Adventures in Craft |
Year 2 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
WRIT13013 | Writing Project |
Year 3 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
WRIT13014 | Creative Writing Artefact |
Year 3 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
WRIT28001 | Creative Writing Exegesis |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The English and Cultural Studies major brings together two distinct but complementary disciplinary approaches: literary studies, where literature is read for its own sake and for the values it reveals in stories, poems and plays about our lived and imaginary experiences; and cultural studies, where ideas and concepts derived from a broad study of culture are explored through a variety of texts including film, media, television, advertising and the like. You will be able to demonstrate advanced reading and writing skills while applying critical thinking and advanced modes of textual analysis to a broad range of texts, genres and media. You will communicate using cogent, discipline-based and context-relevant research and participate, both self-reflexively and ethically, in discipline critical debates.
Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
LITR11056 | Introduction to Literature |
Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
LITR11043 | The Short Story |
Year 2 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
LITR12028 | Poetry and Poetics |
Year 2 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
LITR12029 | Shakespeare Today |
Year 3 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
LITR13041 | The Modern Novel | |
LITR28002 | Literary Theory |
Year 3 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
LITR13042 | Australian Literature and Identity | |
LITR28001 | Comparative Literature Project |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Geography major offers a diverse set of units in geography, the environment and related discipline areas such as Geographic Information Systems. You will be exposed to an integrated humanities approach that provides excellent foundational discipline knowledge as well as industry-specific knowledge and skills. You will explore contemporary human geography and environmental issues that will improve approaches to managing the environment. You will develop a unique set of knowledge and skills that are useful in a wide range of careers.
Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
GEOG11023 | Physical Geography of Australia |
Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
GEOH11001 | Introduction to Human Geography |
Year 2 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
GEOG12022 | Geographic Information Systems |
Year 2 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
GEOG12020 | Australian Weather and Climate |
Year 3 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
GEOG28001 | Applied Demography: Trends and Policies | |
GEOG13015 | Remote Sensing of Environment |
Year 3 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
EVST28001 | Climate Change: Risk and Assessments | |
GEOG13013 | Sustainable Regions and Cities |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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History is both the study of the human past and a method of enquiry that allows us to better understand ourselves and the world around us. It requires the sophisticated use of evidence and argumentation to explain continuity and change over time. The skill sets that you can develop from studying history includes the ability to identify, analyse, contextualise and synthesise information, to interpret and evaluate evidence and scholarly sources, usually with the objective of explaining the causes of the complex historical events that shape our own unique experience.
Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
HIST11037 | Dawn of Humanity: An Introduction to World History |
Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
HIST11038 | The Modern World Emerges: An Overview |
Year 2 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
HIST12009 | Power and Politics in the 20th Century |
Year 2 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
EVST12014 | Australian Environmental History |
Year 3 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
HIST13018 | Australia on the World Stage: History and Politics | |
HIST28001 | Modern Japan |
Year 3 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
HIST12010 | Modern South East Asia | |
HIST28002 | War and Australian Society |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Journalism major will prepare you for a career in journalism and/or media relations. You will be introduced to journalism within the broader contextual framework of media industries, and will engage in debates about journalistic practice. You will learn to write news and narrative in a range of journalism genres, employing the associated requirements of research and analysis. You will apply legal and ethical frameworks associated with journalistic practice.
Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
JOUR11005 | Introduction to Journalism |
Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
COMM11007 | Media Writing |
Year 2 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
JOUR12040 | Narrative Journalism |
Year 2 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
JOUR12010 | Feature Writing |
Year 3 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
COMM12033 | Speech and Script | |
JOUR12039 | News Writing and Reporting |
Year 3 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
JOUR13001 | Public Relations and the Media | |
COMM13110 | Journalism Project |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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If you select units from the English and Cultural Studies major; Geography major; History and Politics major; and/or from the First Nations Studies minor for the Liberal Arts major, then you cannot take the English and Cultural Studies major; Geography major; History and Politics major; nor the First Nations Studies, Essential Geography, Literary Studies and World History minors.
Liberal Arts provides you with an opportunity to design your own major by selecting 8 units (48 units of credit), including no less than four advanced level (Level 2 and 3) units, from the following majors and minors: English and Cultural Studies; Geography; History and Politics; and First Nations Studies. This will allow you the flexibility to pursue a study stream that suits your interests. You must meet the usual pre-requisites and co-requisites for these units.
It is possible to select the Liberal Arts major if you want to transfer credit from another course to the Bachelor of Arts, provided you meet the CQUniversity requirements and are approved for transfer of credit.
You will require the approval of the Head of Course to enrol in the Liberal Arts major, as well as approval for the choice of units to be included in this major. Please seek advice from the Course Advice Team in the first instance if you want to undertake the Liberal Arts major.
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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In addition to the four core units in the Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood) major, students can complete any other four Arts units from eligible Pathway to Teaching disciplines, provided they do not exceed 12 AQF 5 units across the degree, and that all unit pre-requisites are met. Pathway to Teaching disciplines are: Creative Writing, English and Cultural Studies, Geography, History and Politics, Journalism, and Theatre Studies. Liberal Arts may be selected only if units meet eligibility for entry into the Master of Teaching.
The Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood) major is designed to fast-track students to a Master of Teaching and provisional teacher registration in State, Catholic and Independent schools in Australia. The Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood) will commence your post graduate studies to prepare you to teach across the Australian Curriculum in the Preparatory Year to Year 2 in Australian primary schools and in early childhood settings (long day care settings & kindergartens/pre-prep). Students who select the Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood) major can claim four units of credit into the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood), an approved course with the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). This major is suited to students seeking to become an early childhood teacher in childcare/early learning centres and kindergartens.
Selection of this major does not guarantee entry into the Master of Teaching course. Students must still apply and be accepted into the Master of Teaching as per normal processes using academic and non-academic entry requirements. Once accepted into the Master of Teaching, students can apply for the four units of credit from the Pathway to Teaching (Early Childhood) major. Completion of the Bachelor of Arts alone does NOT meet eligibility requirements for teacher registration. Students who select the Pathway to Teaching major must select a second major in a Discipline Teaching Area. This pathway is suited to students who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Teaching qualification as their pathway to an accredited teaching qualification. This is an alternative pathway to teacher registration to the Bachelor of Education.
Year 2 - Term 3 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
EDEC28002 | Pedagogy in Early Childhood Education and Care Settings |
Year 3 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
EDCU20036 | Literacy: Learning to Read | |
EDCU20037 | Numeracy Learning |
Year 3 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
EDEC28001 | Responding to Difference: Children, Families and Communities |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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In addition to the four core units in the Pathway to Teaching (Primary) major, students can complete any other four Arts units from eligible Pathway to Teaching disciplines, provided they do not exceed 12 AQF 5 units across the degree, and that all unit pre-requisites are met. Pathway to Teaching disciplines are: Creative Writing, English and Cultural Studies, Geography, History and Politics, Journalism, and Theatre Studies. Liberal Arts may be selected only if units meet eligibility for entry into the Master of Teaching.
The Pathway to Teaching (Primary) major is designed to fast-track students to a Master of Teaching and provisional teacher registration in State, Catholic and Independent schools in Australia. The Pathway to Teaching (Primary) will commence your post graduate studies to prepare you to teach across the Australian Curriculum in the Preparatory Year to Year 6 in Australian primary schools. You will begin to demonstrate the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers with evidence and commence study that will qualify you for professional registration with the Queensland College of Teachers, the administering body in Queensland.
Selection of this major does not guarantee entry into the Master of Teaching course. Students must still apply and be accepted into the Master of Teaching as per normal processes using academic and non-academic entry requirements. Once accepted into the Master of Teaching, students can apply for the four units of credit from the Pathway to Teaching (Primary) major. Completion of the Bachelor of Arts alone does NOT meet eligibility requirements for teacher registration. Students who select the Pathway to Teaching major must select a second major in a Discipline Teaching Area. This pathway is suited to students who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Teaching qualification as their pathway to an accredited teaching qualification. This is an alternative pathway to teacher registration to the Bachelor of Education.
Year 2 - Term 3 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
EDED20494 | Indigenous Learners and Learning |
Year 3 - Term 1 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
EDCU20036 | Literacy: Learning to Read | |
EDCU20037 | Numeracy Learning |
Year 3 - Term 2 | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: |