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Bachelor of Arts

UC's Bachelor of Arts is a hands-on, career-building, industry-connected launchpad! Get practical experience from day one, working on real projects, collaborating with industry and building a portfolio that showcases what you can do.

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
  • Literary Studies
  • Indigenous Studies

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 confident and job ready

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

Duration

3 years, full-time

Intake dates

28 July 2025
16 February 2026

Course cost

Commonwealth Supported Places available. Conditions apply.

Want to know more?

Schedule a call with our friendly team to learn more about the Bachelor of Arts.

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 WIL.

  

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

  

From UCFM, UC's Film Studio to Workshop7, bring your creative vision to life with our state-of-the-art facilities.

  

Located right in the heart of Australia’s cultural and political capital, UC connects you to leading media, arts and heritage organisations. Build industry networks, collaborate with professionals and take advantage of Canberra’s thriving creative scene, all while you study.

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 career opportunities. 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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Majors and specialisations

Culture and Heritage*

Global Studies*

Creative Writing*

Digital Media*

Film Production

Game Development

Sports Media

And more…

*Bachelor of Arts specialist major. This will be specified on your awarded qualification, e.g. Bachelor of Arts (Culture and Heritage). All other specialisations will lead to a general Bachelor of Arts.

Adobe creative campus

Adobe Creative Campus

UC is Canberra’s first Adobe Creative Campus, offering full, FREE access to Adobe Express! All UC students can use Adobe Express for free, while students in creative disciplines can also gain free access to Adobe Creative Cloud.

Whether you’re telling a story through visuals, building a portfolio or exploring new creative possibilities, you’ll have the resources to turn ideas into reality. Plus, you can earn badges that will help you stand out to potential employers! Upskill in Adobe by taking a short training course that demonstrates your skills in visual design, social media and more.

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UC Arts FAQ's

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 part-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.

If you'd like some personalised advice, you're welcome to with us to chat about your options. 

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 for full-time employment in the Creative Arts, and ranked #4 in Australia (GUG, 2024). 

It's a myth that studying a Bachelor of Arts won't lead to a job - 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

At UC, we’re here to help you succeed! Once you’re ready to apply to UC, our process depends on your student type and course. You can find all the requirements, criteria and processes on the Apply to UC page.

If you have further questions or would like assistance with your application, we encourage you to to receive personalised guidance and support.  

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