University of South Australia

Bachelor of Arts (Cultural Studies)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Enhance your employment prospects by studying Cultural Studies with a second major. Taking a second major will develop your capabilities to explore and understand diverse ways of thinking, which is highly regarded by prospective employers.

Study at a university ranked No.1 in SA for Learner Engagement in the Humanities1. Use this degree as a pathway to further study, including teaching. Have the opportunity to study part of your degree overseas, as part of our international exchange study programs.

Delivery mode

University of South Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • St Bernards Rd, Magill

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfill any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:

Recent secondary education

  • Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
  • AND
  • Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
  • Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
  • Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
  • Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.

Higher education study

  • Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
  • Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

  • Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above

Work and life experience

  • Qualify for Special Entry, or
  • Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
  • Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
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Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
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Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Arts (Cultural Studies) will prepare you for the following roles.

Academic Researcher

Academic researchers are degree-qualified professionals who are curious about the world and seek to expand the body of knowledge in their chosen fi...

Avg yearly income $124,800
Entry barriers Low

Arts Administrator

An Arts Administrator is responsible for overseeing various aspects of arts organisations, including managing budgets, coordinating events, and lia...

Avg yearly income $81,900
Entry barriers Low

Policy Analyst

A Policy Analyst provides advice and recommendations on policies affecting government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organis...

Avg yearly income $96,720
Entry barriers Low

Public Relations Specialist

A Public Relations Specialist coordinates activities to improve or maintain the public image of a business, organisation, brand or individual. You...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Social Researcher

A Social Researcher investigates social issues, patterns, and trends to inform policy and practice. You might work in academic institutions, govern...

Avg yearly income $91,000
Entry barriers Low

Cultural Anthropologist

A Cultural Anthropologist studies human societies, cultures, and their development. You may work in academic institutions, research organisations,...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Cultural Heritage Officer

Cultural Heritage Officers ensure the protection of heritage buildings, monuments, artefacts, and places of cultural significance. They develop and...

Avg yearly income $109,200
Entry barriers Low

About University of South Australia

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise on the global stage, agile and astute, known for relevance, equity and excellence.

We educate and prepare global learners from all backgrounds, instilling professional skills and knowledge, and capacity and drive for lifelong learning.

We undertake research that is inspired by global challenges and opportunities, delivers economic and social benefits, and which informs our teaching.

We operate through a partnered, end-user informed culture of teaching and research with a commitment to outstanding service, continuous improvement and sustainability.

Today, we have more than 230,000 graduates, industry partnerships with more than 2,500 companies worldwide, offer degrees that are industry-focused and informed, and have become one of Australia’s largest online education providers. It is this drive and ambition to break the norm that makes us who we are. Australia’s University of Enterprise.