Subjects and courses

Browse the list of subjects available in undergraduate programmes in the Faculty of Arts and Education.

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Bachelor of Arts

When applying for a Bachelor of Arts, you will choose two majors from a rich and diverse selection of subjects. Find your niche, expand your interests, and begin paving the way to a future you yourself have curated.

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Cultures, Languages and Linguistics

Humanities

Social Sciences

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Other subject areas available as a BA major

The following subjects are taught as part of other programmes at the University but are also available to study as a major in the Bachelor of Arts.

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You can use our course finder to browse specific classes in Arts and search by subject and availability.

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Bachelor of Communication

The following majors can be taken as part of a Bachelor of Communication:

Bachelor of Dance Studies

Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies

Bachelor of Education (Teaching)

Primary

For more information on course options, see the Bachelor of Education (Teaching) enrolment information.

Bachelor of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Bachelor of Global Studies

Majors

Bachelor of Music

Specialisations

Information on planning a music degree and available courses can be found under Music.

Bachelor of Social Justice Studies (suspended until 2026)

Bachelor of Sport, Health and Physical Education