Bachelor of Arts

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Bachelor of Arts

UC's Bachelor of Arts is where you get to explore big ideas. You’ll be seen, heard and supported through a personalised learning journey that adapts to who you are and what you need to succeed. Along the way, you’ll get the opportunity to try new things, dive into industry projects and end up with a portfolio that shows off what makes you stand out.

Customise your arts degree

Mix and match your majors and electives to create a personalised study experience. 

You can major in:

  • Creative Writing
  • Global Studies
  • Digital Media
  • Culture and Heritage
  • Film Production

Complement your specialisation with electives in design, business, government, psychology or something else entirely! Explore different disciplines, deepen your expertise or mix creative and analytical skills.

Graduate into the career you want

An arts degree doesn’t just open doors, it creates them. Across your course, you'll build skills in writing, media, critical thinking and analysis that are in high demand across industries like publishing, policy, community arts and content creation.

UC’s industry connections and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) ensure you’ll graduate ready for an exciting career in the arts and beyond.

Study level

Undergraduate

Delivery mode

On-campus
Blended

ATAR

60
Portfolio Entry option

Duration

3 years, full-time

Intake dates

16 February 2026
10 August 2026

Course cost

Commonwealth Supported Places available.
Conditions apply.

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Specialist majors

Creative Writing

Global Studies

Global Studies

Culture and Heritage

Digital Media

Digital Media

Film Production

Film Production

Course highlights

  

UC is the home of hands-on education. Build practical experience and connect directly to industry through internships, projects and mentorships with industry professionals via UC's Work Integrated Learning (WIL).

  

From UCFM, UC's Film Studio to Workshop7, bring your creative vision to life with our unique and purpose-built facilities.

  

Balance your major with electives that boost your employability. Or just try something fun. It's your call.

  

Whether it's through writing, film, media or cultural research, you'll learn to tell stories that influence audiences, challenge perspectives and preserve diverse voices.

  

Students in creative disciplines have FREE access to Adobe Creative Cloud and Adobe Express.

Arts course details

Wondering what your future Arts study pattern will look like? View our Bachelor of Arts course handbook to explore your core units and open electives.

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 A Bachelor of Arts from UC opens the door to a range of creative and diverse career opportunities. It's your chance to find out what you can do with a Bachelor of Arts, and depending on your chosen specialisation, you could become a:

  • Creative Copywriter
  • Content Developer
  • Museum Conservator
  • Journalist
  • Cultural Advisor
  • International Consultant
  • Policy Advisor
  • Project Manager
  • Curator
  • Heritage Consultant
  • Campaign Manager
  • Producer
  • Publisher

Bachelor of Arts admission is based on an entrance rank. To be eligible for this course, applicants must have a rank achieved by one of the following means:

  • Year 12 ATAR of 60+
  • Other Australian Qualification
  • Work experience, or
  • Overseas qualification.

Alternative entry options

As an alternative entry option, you can apply for a Bachelor of Arts with a portfolio submission showcasing your best creative work.

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Study your course with reduced fees.

A course with Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) means the Australian Government has subsidised a portion of your degree, reducing the total balance you are required to pay (known as the student contribution amount).

The CSP amount is determined by the course you are undertaking and the industry you'll be working in after graduation.

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Some students (such as Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) may be eligible to apply to defer payment of their tuition fees via the Commonwealth Government's FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP schemes. 

Visit our fees page for useful information about eligibility and how to apply and pay. You can apply for FEE-HELP or HECS-HELP once you have enrolled in a course. 

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Alternative entry into Arts

You don’t need an ATAR to study Arts at UC. Through our Portfolio Entry initiative, you can apply for the Bachelor of Arts by showcasing your creativity, skills and experience. Instead of relying only on academic results, you’ll be assessed on your work, giving you a fairer way to demonstrate your potential.

Portfolio entry is a flexible pathway designed for students who want to bring their unique strengths to university study. It recognises talent, creativity and motivation. Start your Bachelor of Arts degree knowing your abilities are valued.

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Arts FAQs

A Bachelor of Arts is a broad undergraduate university degree that lets you explore your interests while building practical skills in areas like communication, research and critical thinking. At UC, Arts is designed to give you plenty of choice, you can focus deeply on one area or combine different fields to create a degree that works for you. Whether you're interested in creative expression, cultural understanding or global perspectives, a Bachelor of Arts from UC gives you the freedom to customise your degree, ready for a wide range of careers in arts.

UC’s Bachelor of Arts is taught on campus, with online components built into most units to support flexible learning. The amount of online study you can do will vary depending on your chosen specialisation and electives. Because UC Arts degrees are centered around hands-on, practical learning, being on campus gives you the best access to facilities, support and real-world learning experiences. 

If you're interested in studying a Bachelor of Arts online to balance work and family commitments, you can choose to study full-time, or switch to part-time at any point during your degree. We recommend checking the delivery options for your preferred specialisation and electives to see what would work best for you.

As a Bachelor of Arts student, you'll have access to some of the latest and greatest learning spaces on campus! You'll study in state-of-the-art facilities, from our Heritage and Conservation Lab, Film Studio, Media Resource Centre and radio station UCFM. UC's Faculty of Arts and Design also boasts Workshop7, fitted with digital and analog technologies including 3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting, 3D visualisation, VR and AR.

UC is the home of creative education. We're #1 in Canberra and #4 in Australia for full-time employment in the Creative Arts. (GUG, 2025).

It's a myth that studying a Bachelor of Arts won't lead to a job â€” the truth is, there are limitless roles in all kinds of industries and sectors for graduates. With access to national institutions, media hubs and government organisations that match larger capital cities, UC students gain unique industry exposure and career-defining opportunities.

Yes, you can apply for UC's Bachelor of Arts without an ATAR. 

UC offers a Portfolio Entry option, where you can apply for entry to an undergraduate Faculty of Arts and Design course using examples of your creative work. 

Portfolio Entry is a great pathway to university if you:

  • do not meet the admission requirements for the course you would like to study
  • are in Year 12 and would like to secure early entry to university
  • have partially completed vocational education or training
  • are a mature-age student without a secondary school qualification or previous university experience.
Portfolio Entry

Let's get learning

Ready to unleash your creativity with a Bachelor of Arts at UC? Download a brochure or speak to our staff via email or over the phone. 

Have your questions answered, including:

  • Why UC's Bachelor of Arts is right for you
  • How to apply
  • Costs and fees
  • Commencement dates