Victoria University

Bachelor of Arts (History)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

History is connected with the search for meaning. It conveys communal memory, creating a sense of personal and group identity by locating individuals in time and space. The study of History offers each of us the chance to understand, even bridge, other cultures. The major in History offers opportunities to sample this diverse human experience. We offer studies that embrace the ancient Middle East, medieval and modern Europe, revolutions in France and Great Britain, and the modern history of Russia and the United States.

Our aim is to both challenge and excite you as you move through the study of History, beyond your own lives to those of people in other times and other places. We also aim to develop an appreciation of the contributions historians make to an understanding of contemporary society.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray
  • 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)

  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study

  • Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
  • Completion of Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent).

Applicants with higher education study

  • Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent).
  • or;
  • Completion of a single unit of Higher Education studies.
  • or;
  • Completion of a bridging or enabling course e.g., Foundation course or equivalent.

Applicants with work & life experience

  • Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Humanities, Social Sciences, Creative Arts, or similar.
  • or;
  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. plus;
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).

Special Admission Programs

Our special admission programs cover a range of access and equity schemes that allow applicants from participating schools or disadvantaged social, economic, or cultural environments to receive additional consideration. These include:

  • Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) for VTAC applicants.
  • Special consideration for direct applicants.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unavailable $82,200 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode Blended
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* Unavailable $82,200

Career opportunities

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

Archivist

An Archivist examines and stores historical or culturally important documents. You’ll analyse pieces to determine their value and take steps to ens...

Avg yearly income $94,952
Entry barriers Low

Historian

A Historian studies past human activity. You might specialise in a particular area of history or explore a range of historical subjects. Historians...

Avg yearly income $94,640
Entry barriers Low

Historical Researcher

A Historical Researcher conducts in-depth investigations into past events, individuals, and societies to produce detailed reports and publications....

Avg yearly income $85,800
Entry barriers Low

History Teacher

History Teachers work at high schools and middle schools across Australia. They teach a mix of local, state/territory, national, regional and world...

Avg yearly income $101,400
Entry barriers Low

Museum Curator

A Museum Curator manages exhibitions and collections in museums. You might plan displays and collect information on exhibition pieces. Museum Curat...

Avg yearly income $89,960
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.