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Bachelor of Arts (Arts and Cultural Management)

ProviderEdith Cowan University
Course code: TISCEAAMCUniversityStudy area: Creative ArtsData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesAugust 2026 · WAAPA · WA

Course overview

This course provides a foundation in business theory and practice for the arts industry. The program is specifically industry-focused and designed to give students the knowledge and skills to work in a diverse range of art forms and organisations, including theatre companies, venues, dance companies, exhibitions, galleries, concerts and festivals.

By studying at WAAPA, students have opportunities for practical experience and, during the later stages of the degree, practical experience is gained in the wider arts industry.

Course record

Majors
Arts Management
Career Opportunities
General manager, arts marketing manager, audience development manager, sponsorship manager, business development manager, communications manager, program manager, venue manager, producer, events coordinator
Other Information
Applicants must apply directly to ECU.

Entry requirements

Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

  • All applicants University general admission requirements apply. Some courses have special admission requirements which are published against the course entries on the University Future Students website. Applications for this course are not accepted through ECU's Experience Based Entry Scheme. Applicants with work and life experience STAT is accepted for entry. Elements considered: Written English and either Verbal or Quantitative.
English requirement
IELTS 6.5, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 79, no band below 20PTE Academic 58-64, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 176-184, no band below 169

If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.

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Student profile

Total students9
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Higher education entry<5 · <5%
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School leavers (ATAR)<5 · <5%
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Secondary education<5 · <5%
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Vocational pathway<5 · <5%
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Other entry pathways<5 · <5%
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Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • WAAPAWAAugust 2026
  • WAAPAWAFebruary 2026
  • WAAPAWA