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Bachelor of Arts - Albany

ProviderThe University of Western Australia
Course code: TISCUAARTUniversityStudy area: Society and CultureData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesAugust 2026 · Albany Centre · WA

Course overview

Career opportunities: Politician, journalist, teacher and more.

Studying UWA’s Bachelor of Arts lets you cultivate your passions while developing transferable skills that are essential in every industry and can never be automated – they’ll set you apart from the competition and prepare you for a future-proof career.

Why study this degree at UWA

  • Our Bachelor of Arts is one of the most diverse degrees in Western Australia.
  • You’ll be taught by renowned scholars and researchers who are international leaders and experts in their fields.
  • You can get hands-on industry experience through our professional experience practicum.
  • We’re the largest language hub in the state.
  • Our Arts graduates include the founder of Mecca Cosmetica, an Academy Award-winning artist, a film maker, the CEO of Greenpeace APAC and a former federal minister, to name a few. 

Get career-ready with a UWA degree

At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. Find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals.

Course record

Career Opportunities
Archaeologist, Editor, Historian, Interpreter, Media Producer, Policy and Planning Manager, Program or Project Manager
Majors

In Albany: English Literary Studies, History, Indigenous Knowledge, History and Heritage.

Start these majors at UWA Albany before transferring to UWA Perth

  • Behavioural and Psychological Science
  • Criminology
  • Gender Studies
  • Human Geography and Planning
  • Italian Studies

Entry requirements

Switch between domestic ATAR data and international qualification equivalents.

IB Diploma

28-30

Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.

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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 students382
#2023
Higher education entry142 · 37.20%
37.20%
School leavers (ATAR)82 · 21.50%
21.50%
Secondary education0 · 0.00%
0.00%
Vocational pathway20 · 5.20%
5.20%
Other entry pathways83 · 21.70%
21.70%
International students55 · 14.40%
14.40%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • Albany CentreWAAugust 2026
  • Albany CentreWAFebruary 2026
  • Albany CentreWA