Australian Catholic University

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Become part of a lively and engaging research community within ACU’s National School of Arts and Humanities. Develop and undertake your own research thesis, or creative project and exegesis/dissertation, to make an original contribution to knowledge in your chosen discipline. Embedded in ACU’s vibrant arts, social sciences and humanities community - you will receive the support, guidance, and mentorship to succeed throughout your research journey.

You will have the opportunity to gain a competitive edge in your career by engaging with industry, and to develop local and international experience, through an honours internship or a domestic or international fieldtrip. You will also build the credentials to apply to undertake Higher Degree Research (such as a research masters or PhD) in your discipline.

Delivery mode

Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

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


Locations
  • Locked Bag 2002, Strathfield
  • 25A Barker Road, Strathfield
  • 115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy
  • 1100 Nudgee Road, Banyo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements

An applicant must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible to apply for admission to the Bachelor of Arts (Honours), a student must have:

Completed an approved ACU undergraduate degree, or equivalent, normally within the last five years with a minimum GPA as stipulated in the University Guidelines for Honours Programs.

Students must have attained one of the following:

  • a GPA of 5.50 on the ACU seven-point scale in their major, or field of study, in the relevant undergraduate degree; or
  • for students who have completed a Bachelor of Visual Arts and Design degree, achieved a Distinction in at least one of any Art Theory unit AND a GPA of 5.50 on the ACU seven-point scale across the visual arts/design units in their final year of study; or
  • for students who have completed a Bachelor degree in Media, achieved a Distinction in at least one of any Media Theory unit AND a GPA of 5.50 on the ACU seven-point scale across their final year in their media/digital journalism units;
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $16,875 $25,568 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$16,875
Standard Tuition:
$25,568
Full Fee Tuition:
$16,875
Full Fee Tuition:
$25,568
Enquire with Australian Catholic University to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $16,875 $25,568 Support may be available

Career opportunities

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

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