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Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation)

ProviderAustralian Catholic University
Course code: UAC103315UniversityStudy area: Behavioural Science, necData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesPlease check the official website.

Course overview

Applicants must be enrolled in full-time study to be eligible for the Ramsay Scholarship.

The Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) provides students with a rigorous and stimulating intellectual program in which they engage with western philosophy, history, literature, politics, art and culture and develop a deep understanding of the great works, ideas and movements within the western intellectual tradition in the core of the program. Students may also take a major in one of drama, English, history, philosophy, politics and international relations, psychology, sociology, theological studies or visual arts. The degree fosters skills that prepare students for leadership roles in the private and public sectors including government, business, social enterprise and the arts.

Offers will be made to high achieving applicants based on school results and will also be assessed against other criteria.

ACU offers up to 30 Ramsay Scholarships to students undertaking this degree, generously funded by the Ramsay Centre.  Students eligible for scholarship will be selected by a committee, comprising senior ACU and Ramsay Centre staff.

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Fees and charges

Visit the ACU website for general information about tuition fees.

Majors

Areas of study

Archaeology, drama, English, history, philosophy, politics and international relations, psychology, sociology, theological studies, visual arts.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Research and policy work for government and NGOs, publishing and editing, work with arts and cultural organisations and careers as university scholars.

Entry requirements

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

Standard entry

  • English (Standard) (Band 3) or English (EAL) (Band 4).
English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 18PTE Academic 50, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, 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 students6
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Higher education entry0 · 0%
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School leavers (ATAR)0 · 0%
0%
Secondary education6 · 100%
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Vocational pathway0 · 0%
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Other entry pathways0 · 0%
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International students0 · 0%
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Campuses & intake dates

  • North Sydney (MacKillop)NSW