
Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Studies, University of Wollongong - Australia
Wollongong, New South Wales - Aus
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36 Months
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About this course
The Bachelor of Arts at UOW is designed to prepare students for today's rapidly changing world by developing skills to understand how the world has come to be the way it is. It fosters a critical and analytical perspective while enhancing communication abilities, encouraging students to view and appreciate the world afresh. The degree allows for crafting a personalized program by selecting majors and minors, some familiar like English, History, and Politics, and others less so like International Relations, Sociology, and Global Communications. Completing a major or two provides expertise in specific disciplines and develops versatile skills such as critical thinking, analysis, and cultural intelligence. Students are encouraged to explore widely in first year before choosing their focus in later years, with the requirement to select one major and a second major or minor from the available offerings.
Why this course is highly recommended
This course is ideal for students seeking to become critical thinkers with strong analytical and communication skills. It offers the chance to engage with a diverse range of disciplines related to human culture and the world, fostering the ability to appreciate and analyze different perspectives. The flexible structure allows tailoring your degree with multiple majors and minors, equipping you with a broad skill set related to history, culture, politics, and more. Such versatility prepares graduates for a wide variety of career paths and enables them to participate effectively in a global dialogue.
Specialisation
Students can specialise in a range of majors including Community, Culture and Environment; Creative Writing; English Literatures; Geography; Global Communications; History; Indigenous Studies; International Relations; Legal Studies; Philosophy; Politics; Sociology; and Theatre Studies. These majors are available across multiple campuses, such as Wollongong, Bega Valley, Eurobodalla, Shoalhaven, and Southern Highlands, giving students a variety of contexts and environments to deepen their studies.
Course fees
Application fees
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1st year tuition fees
17.87L
Living cost
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Living cost
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Degree requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Arts, students must select one major and a second major or minor from the available disciplines. The program typically lasts for 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent. For on-campus intake, the courses start at different periods such as autumn and spring sessions in 2025 and 2026. Students are expected to achieve relevant senior high school qualifications, with specific English proficiency requirements including IELTS and TOEFL scores outlined. The coursework includes both compulsory and elective subjects, with opportunities to gain credit for prior learning and work experience to potentially reduce the duration and cost.
English language test
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
86
PTE
62
DUOLINGO
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Career prospects
Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts can pursue careers in a variety of fields including archiving and librarianship, arts, community and social services, diplomacy, education, entrepreneurship, government policy, heritage, journalism, social policy, legal work, marketing, media, politics, and writing. The degree equips students with critical thinking, analysis, cultural intelligence, and communication skills, making them versatile for roles in government, media, industry, and academia, among others.
FAQs
What are the English language requirements to join this course?
The English test scores required include an IELTS Academic overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Alternatively, a TOEFL IBT score of 86 with at least 18 in reading and writing, and 17 in listening and speaking, is also accepted.
Can I apply if I am a non-school leaver?
Yes, students who have completed Year 12 previously or hold TAFE qualifications can apply directly to UOW. They should review the requirements, intake periods, and deadlines before applying.
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