Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0
Examine the world in its global context
The Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies) will prepare you to become an active global citizen; the type of person who can find creative ways to address the challenges faced by the international community, both now and in the future. You’ll explore the complex, interconnected and culturally diverse nature of the contemporary world, and think critically about issues within their global context.
Over the course of your study, you’ll develop the flexibility, analytical skills and global mindset to adapt effectively in rapidly changing work environments. You’ll graduate possessing the intercultural skills and global interdisciplinary understanding necessary for a career across government, business or the non-government organisation sector globally.
Study a Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies) at UC and you will:
explore and communicate the nature and importance of global cultural diversity
critically analyse and communicate effectively about global issues from an interdisciplinary perspective
evaluate the impact of the global context on local cultures, communities and issues
propose and justify solutions to real-world problems using a critical understanding of the global context
articulate a reflective and informed understanding of global ethical and social justice concerns.
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Standard Full Time, Semester 1 Commencing
Year 1
Semester 1
Cultures and Diversity (11129)
Arts Core Major Unit
Arts Core Major Unit OR Open Elective Unit
Professional Orientation (Arts) (10333)
Semester 2
Arts Core Major Unit
Global Ethical Challenges (11145)
Arts Core Major Unit OR Open Elective Unit
One Open Elective
Year 2
Semester 1
How the World Really Works: Busting the Myths of Globalisation (11147)
Arts Core Major Unit OR Open Elective Unit
Listening to Global Voices: World Literature and Cinema (11149)
One Open Elective
Semester 2
Professional Practice 1: Work Integrated Learning (11017)
Arts Core Major Unit OR Open Elective Unit
Global Perspectives on Gender, Sex and Sexuality (11146)
Studies in World Philosophies (11148)
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Global Environmental Futures (11150)
Professional Practice 2: Work Integrated Learning (11018)
Semester 2
Two Open Electives
Global Activism and Social Change (11151)
Professional Evidence (Arts) (11112)
International project manager
Campaign manager
International consultant
Journalist
International development worker
Policy officer
Community development educator
Program analyst
Social impact assessment consultant
Academic
International diplomat
Company director
Tourism manager
Public servant
OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year
