OpenBachelor degreeSociety and Culture

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science

ProviderDeakin University
Course code: VTAC1400314391UniversityStudy area: Society and CultureData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesPlease check the official website.

Course overview

Gain a competitive edge in the job market by studying the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science double degree. Complement your understanding of science with invaluable skills like critical thinking and strong communication and open a world of exciting career options once you graduate.You do not need to have a defined career path mapped out when you start this double degree. Choose from a wide range of science and arts study areas and discover what disciplines you love as you progress.

The freedom to create your own study journey is a highlight of this course. So too is the extensive practical experience on offer. There are opportunities to gain a global perspective of arts with a range of international experiences. Plus, you will get hands-on training in world-class science labs and plenty of industry experience through community science projects and professional placements.

Course information

Course record

Career Opportunities
Deakin's Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science allows you to explore the relationships between various areas of study, combining them in innovative ways to prepare yourself for a broad range of career opportunities in industry, government and research. The types of opportunities available will depend on the major sequences taken within the course. For more detailed information on career outcomes for this double degree, see the entries for the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science.
Majors
Animal biology, Animation (Burwood, Online, minor only), Anthropology, Arabic (Burwood, Online), Cell biology and genomics (Genetics), Chemistry, Chinese (Burwood, Online), Criminology, Design thinking (minor only), Education (Burwood, Online), English - children's literature, English - creative writing, English - literature, Environmental science (Geology, Ecology, Ecosystems) (Burwood), Film and television studies (Burwood, Online), Food science (Burwood), Gender and sexuality studies, Global challenges (minor only), History, Human biology, Indigenous studies (Online), Indonesian (Burwood, Online), International relations, Mathematical modelling, Media and communication, Media studies (Burwood, Online), Middle east studies, Performing arts (Burwood), Philosophy, Plant biology (Botany) (Burwood), Politics and policy studies, Public relations studies, Religious studies, Science (Microbiology, Biology, Mathematics), Social media, Sociology, Spanish (Burwood, Online), Sport and society (minor only), Sport journalism, Strategic advertising (Burwood, Online), UX design (minor only), Visual arts and photography (Burwood), Visual communication design, Web design (minor only).

Entry requirements

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

Standard entry

  • Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Deakin Guaranteed ATAR - Participating Course At Deakin, we are providing lower upfront guaranteed ATARs for eligible students from under-represented cohorts, learn more at: https://www.deakin.edu.au/deakin-guaranteed-atar Subject adjustment A study score of 30 in Art Creative Practice, Dance, Drama, any English, any Humanities, any LOTE, Media, Creative and Digital Media (VCE VET) I, any Music, any Mathematics, Art Making and Exhibiting, any Science, Theatre Studies or Visual Communication Design equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University SEAS information and the Deakin University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Subject adjustment A study score of 30 in Art Creative Practice, Dance, Drama, any English, any Humanities, any LOTE, Media, Creative and Digital Media (VCE VET) I, any Music, any Mathematics, Art Making and Exhibiting, any Science, Theatre Studies or Visual Communication Design equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University SEAS information and the Deakin University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Please complete and submit a personal statement if you would like any of the following to be considered as part of your course application: - details of any work experience - details of volunteer experience - motivation to study - other relevant factors or experience Learn more about the personal statement . Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University SEAS information and the Deakin University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Please complete and submit a personal statement if you would like any of the following to be considered as part of your course application: - details of any work experience - details of volunteer experience - motivation to study - other relevant factors or experience Learn more about the personal statement . Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University SEAS information and the Deakin University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Please complete and submit a personal statement if you would like any of the following to be considered as part of your course application: - details of any work experience - details of volunteer experience - motivation to study - other relevant factors or experience Learn more about the personal statement . Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University SEAS information and the Deakin University website
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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Past offer reference

Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.

Scored cases
Source countriesViet Nam · Malaysia
Common pathwayBachelor background · Foundation background
Target levelBachelor degree · Master degree
Offer fieldsArchitecture · General English
1
MalaysiaFoundation background
Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of MidwiferyBachelor degree · Nursing and Midwifery · Offshore
percentage guessPercentage 71.1%71.10 · mid band · approx. top 25-30%
2
Viet NamBachelor background
X067A - English for Academic Purposes Stream - DueliGeneral English · In Australia
ib guessIB 7.56/45.0lower band · approx. top 80-85%
3
Viet NamBachelor background
Master of ArchitectureMaster degree · Architecture · In Australia
ib guessIB 7.56/45.0lower band · approx. top 80-85%

Campuses & intake dates

  • Geelong Waurn Ponds CampusVIC