Curtin University

Bachelor of Arts (English and Cultural Studies)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

English and Cultural Studies explores how meanings and values are circulated in society through textual forms, cultural conventions and social practices. If you are interested in cultural texts and social issues; and developing your creative and critical thinking, research and writing skills, this course is for you.

You'll critically analyse contemporary texts, including literature, film, digital and social media, to understand how they encode and reflect cultural traditions. You'll gain a thorough understanding of how society came to be the way it is today, and how to foster social change for the better.

Delivery mode

Curtin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • 78 Murray Street, Perth
  • 137 St Georges Tce, Perth

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Recently left high school

  • Completed year 12 in Australia or overseas in the past two years, or
  • Completed TAFE or VET studies in the past two years.

Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

  • English ATAR, Literature ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR.

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English.

  • IELTS Academic; Overall band score 6.5

Work and life experience

  • You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants)
  • Have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.

TAFE or apprenticeship

  • Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course.
  • Study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not.
  • Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.
  • AQF Certificate IV - Separate evidence of English language proficiency is required; or AQF Diploma; or AQF Advanced Diploma.

Current or previous University experience

  • Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree.
  • Applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider.
  • It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.

Completion of Australian Year 12 (VCE, HSC, QCE, WACE, SACE, TCE, NTCE, ACT) with a minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) of 70; and a scaled mark of at least 50 in English, Literature, or English as an Additional Language or Dialect.

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English.

  • IELTS Academic 6.5
  • GCE/STPM/HKALE (A-levels - best of three) 5
  • HKDSE 15
  • IB 24
  • Ontario Gr 12 (best of 6) 60
  • ATAR (including WACE/SACE/HCE/VCE) 70
  • WAUFP (CPS) 53
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $45,300 - $91,665 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$45,300
Full Fee Tuition:
$91,665
Enquire with Curtin University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $45,300 - $91,665 Support may be available

Career opportunities

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

Copywriter

A Copywriter produces written material for use in advertising and promotional material. You might write about a product or service or about an orga...

Avg yearly income $93,340
Entry barriers Low

Journalist

A Journalist writes and presents news stories in a range of media formats. You might research news events and conduct interviews with news subjects...

Avg yearly income $79,976
Entry barriers Low

Researcher

Researchers are degree-qualified professionals who seek to discover new information and technologies in their field of expertise. It could be marke...

Avg yearly income $109,980
Entry barriers Low

Writer

A Writer writes fiction and nonfiction pieces for a range of purposes. You might specialise in a particular type of writing such as poetry, short s...

Avg yearly income $85,020
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

About Curtin University

Curtin is an innovative, global university known for its high-impact research, strong industry partnerships and commitment to preparing you for jobs of the future.

With an expanding global presence, including locations in Western Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai and Mauritius, Curtin University boasts a rich diversity of cultures in its students and staff, and a commitment to international engagement. We also have a long-standing focus on Indigenous education and culture, supported by our Centre for Aboriginal Studies.

We offer a range of industry-aligned undergraduate and postgraduate courses in business, humanities, health, engineering and science across our campuses and online, which are available in various study modes. We also deliver select courses through specialty locations in regional Western Australia, including the WA School of Mines in Kalgoorlie, which has an international reputation for excellence in mining education and research.

By being exposed to business and industry during their studies, students can expect to graduate career-ready with highly sought-after knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, students can benefit from being exposed to research conducted at Curtin that is making a real difference to industry and the community at national and international levels.