Deakin University
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
The Bachelor of Arts is a flexible 3-year undergraduate degree offering diverse majors and minors across humanities, social sciences, and creative arts. Ideal for students seeking broad knowledge and critical thinking skills for careers in education, media, government, research, and community services.
Students must meet Deakin University's standard entry requirements for undergraduate study. A maximum of 10 credit points can be completed at level 1. All students are required to complete the DAI001 Academic Integrity Module (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in their first study period. Students must meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements throughout their enrollment.
The Bachelor of Arts offers extensive subject options organized into major sequences (8 credit points) and minor sequences (4 credit points). Major areas include Anthropology, Criminology, English Literature, History, International Relations, Journalism, Media Studies, Philosophy, Public Relations, and Sociology. Creative arts disciplines include Animation, Dance, Drama, Photography, and Visual Arts. Language studies are available in Arabic, Chinese, and Indonesian with in-country study programs. Specialized majors include Gender and Sexuality Studies, Indigenous Studies, and Environmental Studies. Each major combines foundational level 1 units with intermediate level 2 and advanced level 3 coursework, ensuring progressive skill development.
Deakin University is a leading Australian institution with international recognition in arts and humanities education. The program features world-class scholars with international profiles in philosophy, poetry, ecology, and Australian literature. Deakin emphasizes practical, hands-on learning with industry internships, real-world projects, and professional experience opportunities. The university's flexible delivery across multiple campuses and study modes accommodates diverse student needs, while professional accreditations (such as Public Relations Institute of Australia and Design Institute of Australia) enhance graduate credentials.
Graduates pursue diverse career paths across multiple sectors. Employment opportunities include education, government departments, media corporations, research consultancies, community services, journalism, publishing, law, policy analysis, and international organizations. Specific career outcomes vary by major: criminology graduates work in law enforcement and justice; journalism graduates in media organizations; public relations graduates in corporate communications; international relations graduates in foreign affairs and development organizations. The degree also provides a pathway to postgraduate study including the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and specialized master's programs.
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