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Bachelor of Arts (Australian Studies) University of New South Wales - UNSW, Australia

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Full Time 3 Year(s) A$ 525 (US$ 549) per credit / unit FEB-12,JUL-12
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Course summary

This course offers a broad range of traditional discipline areas such as History, English, Languages, Philosophy, Theatre and Performance Studies and Music, as well as exciting `new Humanities’ such as Media, Culture and Technology, Americas Studies, Asian Studies and Environmental Studies. The UNSW BA can also include the Social Sciences - such as Sociology and Anthropology, International Business, International Relations, Politics, Economics and Development Studies. Check with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences on available combinations of these areas of study. Australian Studies provides an interdisciplinary exploration of Australian culture and society. Its concerns are wide-ranging and include Aboriginal issues, the environment, gender identity and politics, and the shaping of cultural icons and institutions.

Entry requirement for international students

Students will be considered for admission to this program at UNSW on the basis of their performance in any of the following: Australian and New Zealand final senior secondary studies, post-secondary or tertiary qualifications, overseas qualifications considered equivalent to Australian studies or an alternative entry scheme. They must also satisfy the following English language requirements: IELTS overall score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in each of the sub-tests of speaking, listening, reading and writing; TOEFL - Internet-based Test (iBT) overall score of 90 with a minimum score of 24 in writing; TOEFL - Paper-based Test (PBT) overall score of 577 with a minimum score of 5.0 in the Test of Written English (TWE); successful completion of the UNSW Institute of Languages University English Entry Course with a grade of C+ (grade point 7.0) and a minimum score of 20 in the writing component; overall score of 68 in Pearson Test of English academic version and successful completion of the ANU College Access Program with a minimum of 70 per cent overall.

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Qualification

Bachelor Degree

Awarding body

University of New South Wales - UNSW

About University of New South Wales - UNSW

The University of New South Wales is one of Australia's leading international universities attracting students and scholars from around the world. It is widely regarded for its teaching excellence and research innovation. The University is a founding member of the Group of Eight research intensive universities in Australia and a member of the Universitas 21 international consortium. Established in 1949, the University now has close to 52,000 students, including mo read more

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I had an absolutely phenomenal time at university... UNSW; Why go anywhere else!Andrew, from Australia

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Institution info

  • Overview The University of New South Wales is one of Australia's leading international universities attracting students and scholars from around the world. It is widely regarded for its teaching excellence a ...read more
  • Location Sydney is the largest and oldest city in Australia and the capital of New South Wales. Situated on one of the world's most beautiful natural harbours, Sydney is a vibrant, multi-faceted, cosmopolitan ...read more
  • Faculties The University of New South Wales has a broad disciplinary base,  with Faculties covering the subject areas of Arts & Social Sciences; Built Environment; Engineering; Law; Medicine and Sc ...read more
  • Research Strengths The University of New South Wales , a member of the Go8, is one of Australia's leading research intensive universities. Research at the University is undertaken across all Faculties and Schools in ...read more
  • Admissions Admission to various programs at the University is based on academic merit. Applicants are expected to hold qualifications that are acceptable to UNSW for admission. Applications are assessed on the b ...read more
  • Facilities Accommodation The University of New South Wales provides a range of on-campus accommodation to suit all requirements, from self catered student apartments to catered residential colleges. The Unive ...read more
  • Student Support International Student Development International (SDI) helps students from overseas adjust to living in Sydney and studying at UNSW. In addition to providing personalised advice and support, SDI promotes understand ...read more

Department info

  • Built Environment The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is a research intensive university with a vision to be Australia's leading international research university with a reputation for excellence in scholarship, learning and the student experience. UNSW Built ...read more
  • Science The Faculty of Science at UNSW is one of the foremost faculties of the University and a powerhouse of knowledge, innovation and research. The faculty aims to be at the leading edge of scientific revolution in the world and contribute to advancing ...read more
  • Creative Arts and Design The College of Fine Arts (COFA) is a faculty of the University of New South Wales (UNSW) , a founding member of the Group of Eight (Go8) research intensive universities in Australia. UNSW scored the maximum 5-star rating in the 2010 Good Universi ...read more