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Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Commerce | 2017
Testamur Title of Degree: | Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Commerce |
Abbreviation: | BA-BCom |
UOW Course Code: | 703 |
CRICOS Code: | 012086A |
Total Credit Points: | 216 |
Duration: | 4.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn/Spring* |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus (Face-to-face) |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Wollongong / 751301 |
Additional Information: |
* Students eligible for Credit Transfer may begin in Summer Session if appropriate subjects are available.
Overview
Double degrees aim to broaden a student's knowledge and skill base and improve career options in competitive, increasingly interactive fields. You can choose from a range of major studies in the Bachelor of Arts - including languages - and add the business training from a Bachelor of Commerce degree.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
The course learning outcomes in each of these degrees complement and consolidate outcomes in the partner degree. Applied across two discipline areas, the outcomes are achieved at a broader and more comprehensive level.
Please refer to the Undergraduate Course Handbook page of each individual degree for a comprehensive list of degree course learning outcomes. Further information about major learning outcomes for the Bachelor of Arts is available at the Bachelor of Arts course handbook listing Undergraduate Course Handbook.
Course Structure
To qualify for award of the double degree of Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Commerce students must complete a minimum of 216 credit points.
The 216 credit points shall include:
- the core subjects (including the capstone subject) from the Bachelor of Commerce;
- at least one major from the Bachelor of Commerce;
- at least 90 credit points of subjects offered by the Faculty of Law Humanities and the Arts, including:
- LHA 101 Introduction to Arts and the Humanities;
- at least one of the majors listed in the Bachelor of Arts;
- a second major (minimum 48cp and maximum 60cp), or a minor (minimum 24cp), from within the Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts.
- Electives to bring the total credit points to 216; and
- No more than 90 credit points of 100-level subjects;
Introduction to Arts and the Humanities
Introduction to Arts and the Humanities (subject code LHA 101) is a compulsory 6 credit point subject that must be undertaken by each student during their first year, and ideally during their first session. Students will be introduced to key concepts, including critical thinking, digital literacy, academic integrity, effective communication and degree and career planning.
This subject is designed to orient and support students during their first session of university and to provide students with the academic skills necessary to succeed in their first year. The subject will also assist students to understand the structure of their degree, to plan their study pathway and to plan for post-university careers.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA Core (all BA students must complete the following subject): | |||
| LHA 101 | Introduction to Arts and the Humanities | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
Minor Study
Students can take Minors as part of their double degree program provided they meet the requirements set. Minor studies consist of a minimum of 24 credit points of which at least 12 credit points are at 200 level or higher.
Minors appear on the transcript (i.e. academic record), but do not appear on the testamur. To have a minor study recorded, students must declare their minor study by submitting an Application to Declare or Change Intended Major/Minor. Where a minor is taken from outside of the Faculty, refer to the requirements prescribed for that minor.
Students can consult with academic advisors in the relevant schools concerning the selection of appropriate subjects.
Honours
Honours is a fourth year of study that provides training in independent research. Students who complete the double degree with the required academic standard in the relevant major are encouraged to proceed to the Honours degree in either the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) or the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours). Honours may be undertaken by students who meet the requirements for enrolment. Please refer to the Honours handbook pages for the single degrees for further information about these degrees.
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au