Bachelors of Arts/Social Science (BA/BSocSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2067
Faculties
Arts
Social & Behavioural Sciences
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Arts/Social Science:
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2012*
10/81
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
707301 - B Arts/BSocialScience
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 6000
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2067
Faculties
Arts
Social & Behavioural Sciences
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Arts/Social Science:
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 029209M
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 22600
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelors of Arts/Social Science?
Refer to the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Social Science for individual program descriptions.
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Arts/Social Science:
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Arts
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Studies
- Ancient History / Extended Major
- Ancient History/History
- Anthropology / Extended Major
- Archaeology / Extended Major
- Art History / Extended Major
- Asian Studies
- Chinese / Extended Major
- Classical Languages / Extended Major
- Criminology / Extended Major
- Drama / Extended Major
- Economics / Extended Major
- English / Extended Major
- English Language and Communication
- English Literature / Extended Major
- Film and Television Studies
- French / Extended Major
- Gender Studies
- Geography / Extended Major
- German / Extended Major
- History / Extended Major
- Indonesian / Extended Major
- Information Technology
- International Relations / Extended Major
- Italian
- Japanese / Extended Major
- Journalism and Mass Communication / Extended Major
- Korean / Extended Major
- Linguistics / Extended Major
- Mathematics / Extended Major
- Media, Communication and Cultural Studies
- Music / Extended Major
- Peace and Conflict Studies / Extended Major
- Philosophy / Extended Major
- Political Science / Extended Major
- Popular Music
- Psychology / Extended Major
- Public Policy
- Russian / Extended Major
- Sociology / Extended Major
- Spanish / Extended Major
- Sports Studies / Extended Major
- Studies in Religion / Extended Major
- World Literatures and Cultures / Extended Major
- Writing / Extended Major
Social Science
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
707301 - B Arts/BSocialScience
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 029209M
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 6000
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 22600
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelors of Arts/Social Science
Careers
Graduates of the BA find employment in a wide range of fields, with future directions dependent on the chosen area of study. Some specialised areas of study lead in specific directions, such as Psychology, Journalism or Archaeology. Other areas of study such as History, Communications, Political Science, Economics, and Geographical Sciences, provide the basis for careers in government, business, media, and humanitarian fields. Social Science graduates are in demand in contemporary labour markets, in areas including public policy, human services, international development and communication services. Graduates are prepared for a range of careers in: · media and information · health care planning, delivery and promotion · public policy planning and implementation
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelors of Arts/Social Science
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #64 comprising -
- (i) two majors from Part A; or
- (ii) one extended major from Part A; and
- (iii) electives from Part A or B.
- #32 from the BSocSc List including
- #18 compulsory core courses from the BSocSc list;
- #12 of courses from one of the majors and
- #2 of electives.
