Bachelor of Arts / Science
Simultaneously build a strong scientific grounding and powerful communication talents. Choose from more than 20 specialisations in a wide range of areas including humanities, social sciences and science, with the flexibility to tailor you own studies. Graduate with diverse career choices in research institutes, planning agencies, public relations and management in industries related to technology, production and the environment.
In this program you will:
- Choose from a wide range of major and minors that spark your interests and ambitions
- Develop a niche skill set that sets you apart from other graduates
- Gain work experience and make industry contacts through work-integrated learning courses
Location
CRICOS code
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2024 fees (A$)
CSP Annual fee / Estimated total feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Start
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 32
- Total units
- 384
- Duration
- 4 years 4 years
- CRICOS code
- 022808M
- UniSC program code
- SA301
Introductory courses (7) 84 units
LFS100 Special Research Project
SCI102 Workplace Learning I
SCI105 Workplace Learning II
SCI110 Research Design: Methodology and Literature Review
SCI113 Coursework 1 Hons Communication & Creative Industries
SCS130 Coursework 2 Hons Communication & Creative Industries
SUS101 Coursework 3 Hons Communication & Creative Industries
Developing courses (1) 12 units
Select one course (12 units) from:
ANM203 Cell Biology
SCI202 Biodiversity and Ecology
Graduate courses (2) 24 units
Select one course (12 units) from:
BCI300 Introductory Chemistry
SCS300 Science Research Methods
PLUS select one course (12 units) from:
ENS330 Discovering Science
ENS333 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
SCI302 Foundations of Sustainability
SRP301 Statistics with Teeth: Understanding Ecological Data
WPL310 Advanced Research Methods and Statistics
Major courses (8) 96 units
Select 8 courses (96 units) from your chosen Arts major study area:
- Creative Writing and Publishing
- Criminology and Justice
- English
- Geography
- History
- International Studies
- Japanese In-Country
- Japanese Studies
- Japanese In-country (Extended Major) (144 units)
- Journalism
- Psychology
- Screen Media
- Sociology
- Sustainability - Society
- Theatre and Performance
Major courses (8) 96 units
Select 8 courses (96 units) from your chosen Science major study area:
Minor courses (4) 48 units
Select 4 courses (48 units) from your chosen Arts minor study area:
- Behavioural Science
- Counselling Skills
- Creative Writing and Publishing
- Criminology and Justice
- English
- Geography
- Geospatial Analysis
- Global Environmental Politics
- History
- Indigenous Studies
- International and Human Rights
- International Studies
- Japanese Studies
- Journalism
- Music
- Screen Media
- Social Theory
- Sociology
- Sustainability
- Theatre and Performance
Elective course (2) 24 units
Select 2 elective courses (24units) from the undergraduate elective course options.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
With the approval of the Program Coordinator, students may replace a specified major or minor with a study component deemed to be equivalent commenced or completed at another university or comparable tertiary institution.
Please note that not all study components and/or combinations of study components included in this program may be able to be completed in the minimum duration.
Entry requirements
For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.
Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.
If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.
English language requirements
You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
Location | ATAR/Rank |
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Sunshine Coast | 51.00 |
- Recommended prior study
- English; Maths Methods or Specialist Maths; at least one science subject (preferably Chemistry)
Program Requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
- Complete no more than 16 (192 units) of introductory level courses in total, including the core course
- Complete 2 majors (1 x Arts, 1 x Science) and 1 minor OR 1 extended major (Japanese In-Country extended major) and 1 Science major
Program notes
- Please note that not all study components and/or combinations of study components included in this program may be able to be completed in the minimum duration. Please contact the Program Coordinator if you require written confirmation prior to accepting a place in this program.
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- CSP estimate
- A$10,494
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2024)
- A$26,400
- Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2024)
- A$105,600