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CA10 - Bachelor of Arts
Overview
Course Overview
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 social science disciplines. You will have the opportunity to explore traditional Arts disciplines as well as engaging with an elective major that facilitates the study of units outside these subject areas. 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 arenas of humanities and social sciences 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 employment opportunities and life situations.
Career Information
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.
Course Details
| 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 |
| AQF Level | Level 7: Bachelor Degree |
| Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2025
Indicative Year - 2024
Indicative Year - 2023
Indicative Year - 2022
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Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Where and when can I start?
Units offered internally at the below campuses may be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching.
Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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The following tables list the courses availabilities by location and term. Directing your pointer over your preferred location will provide further information if this course is not available for the full duration. Please be sure to also check individual unit availability by location and term prior to enrolling.
Domestic Availability
Term 2 - 2026
Online
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2026
Online
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2025
Online
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2025
Online
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2024
Online
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2024
Online
Rockhampton
Term 3 - 2023
Sorry, no domestic availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2023
Jakarta
Online
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2023
Online
Rockhampton
Term 3 - 2022
Medan
Term 2 - 2022
Jakarta
Online
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2022
Online
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2021
Online
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2021
Online
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2020
Online
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2020
Online
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2019
Online
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2019
Online
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2018
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2018
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2017
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Bundaberg
Distance
Mackay
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2017
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Bundaberg
Distance
Mackay
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2016
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Bundaberg
Distance
Mackay
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2016
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Bundaberg
Distance
Mackay
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2015
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Bundaberg
Distance
Mackay
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2015
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Bundaberg
Distance
Mackay
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2014
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Bundaberg
Distance
Mackay
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2014
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Bundaberg
Distance
Mackay
Rockhampton
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International Availability
Term 2 - 2026
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2026
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2025
Online
Term 1 - 2025
Online
Term 2 - 2024
Online
Term 1 - 2024
Online
Term 3 - 2023
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2023
Jakarta
Online
Term 1 - 2023
Online
Term 3 - 2022
Medan
Term 2 - 2022
Jakarta
Online
Term 1 - 2022
Online
Term 2 - 2021
Online
Term 1 - 2021
Online
Term 2 - 2020
Online
Term 1 - 2020
Online
Term 2 - 2019
Online
Term 1 - 2019
Online
Term 2 - 2018
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Term 1 - 2018
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Term 2 - 2017
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Term 1 - 2017
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Term 2 - 2016
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Term 1 - 2016
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Term 2 - 2015
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2015
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Rockhampton
Term 2 - 2014
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Rockhampton
Term 1 - 2014
Not all plans are available at all campuses. Please refer to the More Details section for more detailed information on individual plan availability at each campus.
Distance
Rockhampton
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Entry Requirements - What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
| Rank Threshold | SR 60 | ATAR 60 |
Academic Requirements
Domestic students - Prerequisites: English (4, SA)
International students - refer to the international student section.
Assumed Knowledge
Nil
Security Requirements
No information available at this time
Health Requirements
No information available at this time
Fees and Charges
Course Features
Awards and Accreditation
| Interim Awards | CF36 - Diploma of Arts |
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| Exit Awards | CF36 - Diploma of Arts |
| Accreditation |
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Residential School Requirements
No Residential School for this course.
Practicum/Work Placement
| FAHE13002 - FAHE13002 Special Project – (Work Placement in the BA). Overview: This is an advanced unit in the BA, which allows a student to negotiate a work placement during the term. The work placement needs to be negotiated with an academic supervisor and a person in the industry who will supervise the student’s work. Enrolment is subject to the approval of the Head of Course, that students have the appropriate background and record of achievement, and that they are at the appropriate stage of their course to attempt the work placement. Unit Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to: 1. Meet pre-established objectives and criteria for the work placement/project. 2. Analyse and assess the work practices - process and content - relating to the negotiated placement/project. 3. Participate in and successfully complete a variety of humanities and communication and/or other cognate related tasks. |
Previous and Current Enrolments
| Year | Number of Students |
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| 2024 | 76 |
| 2023 | 86 |
| 2022 | 110 |
| 2021 | 131 |
| 2020 | 151 |
Inherent Requirements
There are Inherent Requirements (IRs) that you need to be aware of, and fulfil, to achieve the core learning outcomes of the units and course. IRs are the essential capabilities, knowledge, behaviours and skills that are needed to complete a unit or course.
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.
Examples are:
- Complying with academic and non-academic misconduct policies and procedures such as CQUniversity’s Student Charter, Student Misconduct Policy and Student Behavioural Misconduct Procedures, and Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
- Demonstrating honesty and integrity in the academic and humanities and social science context.
Examples are:
- Complying with academic and non-academic misconduct policies and procedures such as CQUniversity’s Student Charter, Student Misconduct Policy and Student Behavioural Misconduct Procedures and Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
- Incorporating a frame of reference with which to reflect on ethical dilemmas, and/or confronting situations and challenges, and be able to take responsibility to respond ethically to these circumstances.
- Demonstrating the applicable codes of ethics as they apply in the media or arts entertainment industry.
- Demonstrating honesty and integrity in the academic and humanities and social science context.
Examples are:
- Interacting with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures in a calm and composed manner, especially in difficult to deal with situations.
- Being reflective with personal behaviours appropriate for various humanities and social science experiences.
- Being positive and receptive to processing constructive supervisor/lecturer feedback or criticism and responding with appropriate behaviour.
- Working collaboratively as well as demonstrating constructive teamwork skills and processes to produce the required outcomes within the required time-frame.
- Performing professional communication skills in coursework assessment tasks in front of clients in real-time.
Examples are:
- Complying with the policies and practices of professional organisations which regulate such issues as copyright, plagiarism, liable and fair use laws in relation to humanities and social science disciplines.
- Complying with the policies and practices of organisations in which you may be placed or find employment.
- Complying with the policies and practices of professional organisations which regulate such issues as (but not limited to) copyright, plagiarism, liable and fair use laws in media-related professions.
Examples are:
- Verbally communicating in the English language with accuracy, appropriateness and effectiveness.
- Actively participating in discussion activities related to the course.
- Using language that is appropriate to the context of the individual, group, professional context or workplace.
- Using appropriate facial expressions: eye contact, body movements and gestures, being mindful of personal space boundaries.
- Recognising, interpreting and responding to non-verbal cues in professional situations.
- Demonstrating awareness of cross-cultural differences in non-verbal communication.
- Producing your written assessment work in English to high academic standards with attention to correct referencing, grammar and punctuation.
- Expressing complex and detailed information and knowledge into a logical and easily understood written form for assessment requirements.
- Preparing reports and assessments in correct English that match criteria, are appropriate to the purpose and the intended audience, and are completed in a timely manner.
- Reading large volumes of written material in English both online and in hard copy in order to adequately conduct research to complete assessments.
- Competently using a desktop operating system such as Microsoft Windows or Mac OS X.
- Accessing a computer and having sufficient computer skills to engage in on-line learning, reading and responding as required to emails, work in online teams for the purposes of being assessed, and communicate virtually to complete assessment tasks.
- Regularly accessing the Internet for research, and email for communication with peers and lecturers.
- Using a variety of computer programs suitable to your course of study.
- Analysing, manipulating and displaying information using a variety of specific programs.
Examples are:
- Conceptualising and using appropriate humanities and social science knowledge in response to academic assessment items.
- Completing academic learning activities and assessment tasks, and perform professional skills within reasonable set time-frames.
- Applying theoretical and other relevant knowledge, research evidence, policies and procedures in humanities and social science practice.
- Constructing written text proficiently, in English, using appropriate vocabulary and conventions of speech, including being able to paraphrase, summarise and reference in accordance with appropriate academic conventions.
- Conveying a spoken message accurately and effectively in a wide variety of contexts.
- Competently reading, writing and accurately interpreting information to convey language effectively in humanities and social science projects and practices.
- Producing accurate, concise and clear humanities and social science documentation which meets legal and professional requirements.
- Speaking English clearly and conducting presentations publicly in front of peers and clients so that your message is clear and understood.
Examples are:
- Focussing on and recognising objects that are either near or far, e.g. reading learning resources such as lecture and tutorial screens face-to-face on-campus or on-line; as well as reading examination papers and/or on-line computer quizzes.
- Monitoring, assessing and managing activities consistently and accurately.
- Sufficiently hearing verbal communication from other students and lecturers during activities related to the course of study or learning environment.
- Providing tactile and/or emotional support to learners in the event of injury, and/or responding to learners in a first-aid capacity, and/or responding to other circumstances where tactile communication is appropriate.
Examples are:
- Reflecting on topics taught during the course of study, including on situations that may be difficult or sensitive, yet still require reflective processing, judgement or action.
- Identifying when a practice issue is outside your scope or expertise.
- Identifying when your practice may be negatively affected by personal experience and/or reactions.
- Reflecting on your progress and identifying sources and strategies to enhance practice and improve professional learning.
Examples are:
- Reflecting on topics taught during the course of study, including on situations that may be difficult or sensitive, yet still require reflective processing, judgement or action.
- Identifying when a practice issue is outside your scope or expertise.
- Identifying when your practice may be negatively affected by personal experience and/or reactions.
- Reflecting on your progress and identifying sources and strategies to enhance practice and improve professional learning.
Examples are:
- Positively and effectively relate to a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Understanding, acquiring and demonstrating the components of emotional intelligence to effective working relationships and outcomes.
- Consult and collaborate in creating and maintaining effective working relationships and outcomes.
- Engaging in personal reflection as a way of increasing self-awareness regarding how individuals interact and affect others.
- Creating cultural competence, sensitivity and willingness to work with a vast array of people from various backgrounds.
- Recognising others as sentient human beings with rights that must not be violated.
- Recognising others in the workplaces as ends in themselves and never exclusively as means to an end.
- Demonstrating the skills of collaborating with fellow students and colleagues, modifying and reflecting on practice during teaching practice, or modifying and reflecting on work integrated learning in response to supervisor feedback.
- Critically self-reflecting on situations that may/may not have gone well, and taking the learning point(s) from that situation.
- Interacting and engaging with individuals and groups in a respectful and culturally competent manner in a wide variety of contexts.
Examples are:
- Competently using a desktop operating system such as Microsoft Windows or Mac OS X.
- Competently using productivity software such as Microsoft Office and operate associated electronic technologies such as (but not limited to) digital scanners, copiers, cameras, video cameras, a tablet computer or mobile phone in a contemporary work environment.
- Using a range of digital tools to create presentations relevant to your chosen discipline.
- Competently using the internet for a range of study and professional related activities.
Core Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Business Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| 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 | ||||||
Creative and Professional Writing Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| 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 | ||||||
Digital Media Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||||||
English & Cultural Studies Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||||||
Geography and Environmental Studies Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||||||
History Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||||||
Journalism Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values;
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues;
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively;
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements;
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts;
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||||||
Language Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||||||
Liberal Arts Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||||||
Psychology Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||||||
Social Enquiry Learning Outcomes
- 1. Analyse and explain a coherent body of disciplinary knowledge (depending on the plans selected in the BA), in cogent arguments and from selected disciplinary perspectives, the way that humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values
- 2. Identify discipline relevant problems, analyse and critically assess the critical debates surrounding them, evaluate possible solutions, adapt the knowledge gained, and apply this to relevant and/or contemporary issues
- 3. Research, find, retrieve, sort, test and deploy evidence, data and information effectively
- 4. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements
- 5. Identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts
- 6. Communicate cogent arguments and/or research results in appropriate oral and written formats and media.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Structure
In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 3 majors
Core Structure
| Number of units: 24 | Total credit points: 144 |
|---|
Course Structure:
To satisfy the requirements of the award, you must complete 24 units (144 units of credit) as outlined below:
- Two majors totalling 16 units from the following BA Arts majors: Geography and Environmental Studies; History; Liberal Arts; English & Cultural Studies; Social Enquiry; Creative and Professional Writing.
PLUS
- One elective major comprising 8 units selected from one of the following: Business; Digital Media; Journalism; Language; OR Psychology.
OR
- A general studies major totalling eight (8) units, which can be chosen from the BA Arts majors or from any undergraduate course at CQUniversity, provided pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements are met.
NOTE:
No more than twelve Level 1 units out of the 24 units may be credited toward the degree
| Arts Majors | Elective Majors |
| Geography & Environmental Studies | Business |
| History | Digital Media |
| English & Cultural Studies | Journalism |
| Social Enquiry | Language |
| Liberal Arts | Psychology |
| Creative and Professional Writing |
Sundry Information
Students are required to complete eight units (usually no less than 4 advanced Level units) per major from the listed Arts majors. Students should note that although Level 1 units are offered every year, some Advanced Level units may only be offered in alternate years. Students should check the availability by clicking on the hyperlinked unit codes of their choices. Students studying to be teachers as part of an education degree will choose units as per the advice given as part of the structure of their courses. Students from all other courses are welcome to enrol in any unit in the Arts majors provided they meet the pre- and co-requisites for that unit. Students who wish to include a research topic as part of their study should consult with a course advisor.
Business Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The Business major will provide you with strong foundational knowledge in the discipline of business as well as employable business skills that will complement units taken from the Arts majors.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| ACCT11059 | Accounting, Learning and Online Communication | |
| ECON11026 | Principles of Economics | |
| HRMT11010 | Organisational Behaviour | |
| LAWS11030 | Foundations of Business Law | |
| MGMT11109 | Introduction to Business | |
| HRMT11011 | Human Resource Management | |
| MRKT11029 | Marketing Fundamentals | |
| STAT11048 | Essential Statistics | |
Creative and Professional Writing Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
Writing across a range of genres requires an understanding and appreciation of established and emerging writing techniques. You will be exposed to diverse genres and writing styles. You will be able to write effective media releases, news stories, feature articles, blogs, and pieces for social media. You will exercise creativity through literary forms such as poetry, literary prose, creative non-fiction, and experimental writing.
Campus Availability: Rockhampton and Distance Education
Level 1
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| WRIT11023 | Beginning Creative Writing | |
| COMM11007 | Media Writing | |
| WRIT11025 | Creative Nonfiction | |
Advanced
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete 1 from the following units: | ||
| LITR19049 | Romantic and Contemporary Poetry | |
| LITR19052 | The Modern Novel | |
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| WRIT12010 | Creative Writing: Adventures in Craft | |
| JOUR12010 | Feature Writing | |
| WRIT13013 | Writing Project | |
| DGTL12004 | Print Design | |
Note 1 - students wishing to complete WRIT13013 Writing Project are required to have completed at least WRIT11023, COMM11007, WRIT11025, WRIT12010 and JOUR12010.
Digital Media Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The digital revolution has significantly changed the way we work, learn, play and communicate. It has created jobs that didn't exist a decade ago and it has profoundly changed others. You will acquire knowledge and skills in digital media production; you will learn how to solve problems, exercise critical and creative thinking ability, and communicate effectively using various media forms such as text, graphics, audio, animation and video. Working within multimedia computer laboratories and production studios, you will learn how to create digital media works using industry-standard software tools and techniques.
Level 1
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| MMST11009 | Digital Video and Audio | |
| MMST11003 | Visual Design Fundamentals | |
Advanced
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| MMST13017 | Business of Digital Innovation | |
| DGTL12006 | Visual Communication Design | |
| DGTL12010 | Visual Storytelling | |
| DGTL12005 | Contemporary Photomedia | |
| DGTL12007 | Digital Communications Management | |
| DGTL12004 | Print Design | |
English & Cultural Studies Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The English & 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.
Level 1
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| LITR11055 | Popular Genres | |
| LITR11043 | The Short Story | |
Advanced
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| CULT19015 | Explorations in the Gothic | |
| LITR19049 | Romantic and Contemporary Poetry | |
| LITR19051 | Literary Theory | |
| LITR19052 | The Modern Novel | |
| LITR19056 | Shakespeare Today | |
| LITR19057 | Contemporary Australian Literature | |
Geography and Environmental Studies Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
This 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 and social sciences approach that provides excellent foundational discipline knowledge as well as industry-specific knowledge and skills. You will explore contemporary 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.
Level 1
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete 2 from the following units: | ||
| GEOG11023 | Physical Geography of Australia | |
| GEOG11024 | Conservation in Australia | |
| GEOH11001 | Introduction to Human Geography | |
Advanced
History Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
History is both a body of knowledge and a method of inquiry, a way of understanding ourselves and the world around us. It strives to comprehend complex processes of continuity and change and provides insights into how the past influences the present and the future. Historians draw on the largest storehouse of information that exists about how human beings actually behave: the past. Doing History, you will learn to identify, evaluate and interpret evidence, make informed judgements about its significance, debate your findings and clearly and cogently communicate your informed opinions, all while studying a subject you enjoy!
Level 1
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| HIST11037 | Dawn of Humanity: An Introduction to World History | |
| HIST11038 | The Modern World Emerges: An Overview | |
Advanced
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| HIST19029 | Modern Japan | |
| HIST19032 | War and Australian Society | |
| HIST19031 | Australia on the World Stage: History and Politics | |
| HIST19038 | 20th Century: Crucible of the Modern World | |
| HIST19035 | Modern South East Asia | |
| EVST19015 | Australian Environmental History | |
Journalism Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The Journalism major focuses on developing knowledge and skills in journalistic writing. You will be introduced to journalism within the broader contextual framework of media industries and you will engage in debates about journalistic practice. You will cover news and narrative writing for a range of journalism genres, and the associated requirements for research, analysis, and conduct within legal and ethical frameworks that are associated with journalistic practice. You will acquire a variety of skills and techniques, and become familiar with intellectual enquiry in the field of Journalism. While this major does not enable you to graduate as professionally qualified journalist, it provides a good skill base, especially when combined with other relevant majors in the BA.
Students wishing to complete a Journalism major are required to complete the eight units (two level 1 and six advanced) listed below. Those who wish to include a research topic as part of their study should consult with the Course Advisor.
Campus Availability: Rockhampton, Distance Education
Level 1
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| COMM11007 | Media Writing | |
| JOUR11005 | Introduction to Journalism | |
Advanced
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| COMM12016 | Media Industries | |
| COMM12033 | Speech and Script | |
| JOUR12010 | Feature Writing | |
| JOUR12039 | News Writing and Reporting | |
| COMM13110 | Journalism Project | |
| COMM12022 | Communication and Global Technologies | |
Language Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
Students who wish to take a language major as part of the Bachelor of Arts course should consider enrolling cross-institutionally at a university which offers language units in the distance mode. Any student interested in this option should consult with the BA Course Advisor and obtain the Head of Course's approval prior to enrolling.
Liberal Arts Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
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 units, from the Arts majors. This will allow you the flexibility to pursue a study stream that suits your interests. You must meet the usual pre- and co-requisites for these units. Please note that the units selected must be chosen from the Arts majors in the Bachelor of Arts degree. Units selected for the Liberal Arts major may not be selected for any other major in the BA.
Psychology Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The primary purpose of this major is to provide you with a broad knowledge of the discipline of psychology and its applications. In contrast to the Bachelor of Psychology offered at CQUniversity, a BA major in Psychology places less emphasis on statistical and research methods and more emphasis on an understanding of human thought and behaviour from both theoretical and practical perspectives.
N.B. A Psychology major alone is not intended as a route towards professional registration as a psychologist. If you wish to become an accredited practising psychologist, please contact the Head of Course for Psychology to discuss your options.
Campus Availability: Rockhampton, Bundaberg and Distance Education
Level 1
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| PSYC11008 | Biological Foundations of Psychology | |
| PSYC11009 | Fundamentals of Psychology 2: Psychological Literacy | |
Advanced
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| PSYC12013 | Personality | |
| PSYC12014 | Critical Social Psychology | |
| PSYC12010 | Psychology Across the Lifespan | |
| PSYC13017 | Foundations of Psychopathology | |
| PSYC13020 | Individual Differences and Assessment | |
| PSYC13021 | Forensic Psychology | |
Social Enquiry Major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
In Social Enquiry, you will examine everyday social life through the systemic study of social structures and interactions. You will adopt both sociological and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander perspectives. Sociology is the study of society with a focus on industrialised societies of the type that emerged out of the French and Industrial revolutions using variables such as race, class and gender. You will develop skills in applying investigative and interpretive tools for the analysis and evaluation of identity, crime and deviance, rural sociology and health. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander studies explains and critiques the contemporary life of Indigenous Australians through an understanding of pre-colonisation, colonisation, resistance and adaption, government policy, identity and the struggle for recognition and autonomy. You will examine a range of contemporary issues including land rights and country, racism, constitutional preambles, and community.
Campus Availability: Distance Education
Level 1
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| SOCL11055 | Sociology of Australian Society | |
| SOCL11060 | Being Bad | |
| INDG11006 | Education and Learning: Colonisation and Decolonisation in the Cultural Interface | |
| INDG11013 | First Nation and Non-Indigenous History: The Interface | |
Advanced
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| INDG19015 | Aboriginal Cultures and Country | |
| INDG19016 | Contemporary Indigenous Issues | |
| SOCL19065 | Rural Communities and Health | |
| SOCL19069 | Social Research Methods | |
More Details
Recommended Study Schedule
Students may determine their own schedule based upon credit transfers and personal study requirements. It is important to note that full-time students usually enrol in 4 units per term and part-time students usually enrol in 2 units per term.
For Course Planners please refer to: https://www.cqu.edu.au/student-life/new-students/planners-and-profiles/first-year-planners
Students can get assistance with the preparation of their study schedule by contacting the Course Advice Team by email at spc@cqu.edu.au.
Unit availability
Students should note that although Level 1 units are offered every year, Advanced Level units may only be offered in alternate years. Students should check unit availability by clicking on the hyperlinked unit codes of their choices.
Please note: Students must check to see when and where a unit is offered before enrolling. Please check the Handbook for term offerings and pre-requisite requirements as they may change from year to year
http://handbook.cqu.edu.au.
Credit Transfer
Students will be assessed for credit transfer on a case-by-case basis and will be required to nominate the CQU units they wish to be considered for exemption from. Credit transfer will only be granted where a student is able to demonstrate that tertiary studies, equivalent in content and depth to the CQUniversity course, have been successfully completed. Students should examine the unit synopses in this handbook to determine the units for which they may be eligible to claim exemption.
Students may only gain credit transfer for up to 67% of the overall course.
Please note that study undertaken more than 10 years ago is not normally considered unless the applicant can supply certified documents showing that they have been continually using the required skills in the work force. Only TAFE diploma level or above is recognised for credit at tertiary level.
Refer to the Credit Transfer website at https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/credit-transfer-and-rpl/credit-transfers for further details on the guidelines and application process.
Exit Awards
Students may, upon the completion of eight (8) units (48 credit points), exit the Bachelor of Arts with a Diploma of Arts. For further information or to request the exit award please contact the Course Advice Team by email at spc@cqu.edu.au.
Computing Requirements
Students who enrol in this course require access to a computer with an internet connection. Hardware and software requirements vary for individual units within the course. On-campus students may use the computer hardware, software and production equipment that is available at their local campus.