Bachelor of Arts | Curtin University

Bachelor of Arts | Curtin University

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Specifications
  • Province/City: Australia
  • Language for Teaching: English
  • Field of Study : Film and Art
  • Course Start Date: Feb
  • Course : Degree
  • Country: Australia
  • Annual Course Fees : Between RM 100k - 150k
  • Course Start Date: Jul
Description

Bachelor of Arts - Curtin University Curtin Perth, Australia

Bachelor of Arts - Curtin University · Curtin Perth, Australia

Duration
3 Years
Mode
Physical
Campus
Curtin Perth
Medium
English
Intake
Feb, Jul

Why this course & university?

top 200 world · top in Western Australia

Curtin University ranks in the top 200 globally and is the top-ranked university in Western Australia for Communication & Media Studies in QS World University Rankings by Subject — a leading benchmark for arts, media and humanities study at Curtin University.

Transferable skills

Humanities courses teach transferable skills for international careers across media, culture, policy and creative industries.

Top 1% worldwide

Ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world (Academic Ranking of World Universities).

Broad career options

Flexible majors let you follow your interests and create a unique, tailored arts programme.

About the Campus

Bachelor of Arts at Curtin University is taught at Curtin Perth, with creative studios, media labs, collaborative learning spaces and strong links to Western Australia’s arts, media and cultural sectors.

Majors

The Bachelor of Arts offers 13 majors across society and culture, languages, and writing and media. Explore majors below; electives and option units are in the programme structure.

Society & culture

  • Anthropology and Sociology top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • Geography top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • History top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • Indigenous Australian Culture top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • International Relations top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies

Languages

  • Chinese top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • Japanese top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • Korean Studies top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies

Writing & media

  • Creative Writing top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • Digital and Social Media top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • English and Cultural Studies top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • Journalism top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies
  • Professional Writing and Publishing top 200 world · top in Western Australia · Communication & Media Studies

Entry Requirements

Minimum academic requirements vary by qualification. Select your pathway below. Tap the grey on each card to see how scores are calculated. English test scores are in the next section; for scholarships, see Contact Us.

ATAR
70
UEC
15 pts (best five)
STPM
5 pts (best 2–3 subjects)
A Levels
5 pts (best 2–3 H2)
IB Diploma
24 points
Other Qualifications
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Prerequisites

English pathway
English ATAR, Literature ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR, or equivalent.

English Language Requirements

IELTS
6.5 overall (Academic); minimum 6.0 in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing.
PTE Academic
58 overall; minimum 50 in each communicative skill.
TOEFL iBT
79 overall; Reading 13, Listening 13, Speaking 18, Writing 21.
CEFR (SPM)
CEFR B2 for IELTS 6.5 (6.0 per band); CEFR C1 for IELTS 7.0 (7.0 per band).
Curtin English
A Curtin English language bridge course may satisfy English requirements.
English-medium degree
A degree from a recognised university where English is the sole language of instruction.

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Scholarships

Scholarship options for this degree programme depend on your intake and academic profile. Contact us and we’ll check eligibility with Curtin University.

 
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Fee estimate (AUD → RM)

Core fees are shown in Australian dollars (AUD). Ringgit (MYR) equivalents use a live AUD/MYR rate. Figures are illustrative only. Curtin University typically reviews tuition each year; expect an estimated 5–10% annual increase — always use the latest official tuition on your offer or fee schedule.

Tuition fee breakdown

Tuition fee
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Application Fee
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Indicative total payable
AU$ 123,474
Indicative total payable

Indicative totals above are not a quote. Tuition and related fees follow the Curtin University’s current published schedule for your intake year. For scholarships, contact us. MYR equivalents use the live rate shown above.

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Programme Structure

The Bachelor of Arts is a three-year degree at Curtin University Perth. Expand each section below to view the course syllabus.

Year 1 ― Semester 1
  • ENST1001 Sustainability Communication and Action
Year 1 ― Semester 2
  • COMS1003 Culture to Cultures
Year 1 ― Options (100 credit points)

Complete 100 credit points from the options below, plus electives to the value of 50 credit points.

  • ANTH1000 Self, Culture and Society
  • ANTH1001 Society and Culture in a Globalising World
  • CHIN1000 Chinese for Beginners
  • CHIN1001 Foundations of Chinese
  • CWRI1006 Creative Writing
  • CWRI1007 Engaging Narrative
  • GEOG1000 Human Geography
  • HIST1000 Legacies of Empire
  • INTR1001 Australia's Global Politics
  • INTR1002 Foundations of International Relations
  • JAPN1000 Japanese for Beginners
  • JAPN1001 Foundations of Japanese
  • JAPN2001 Intermediate Japanese: Everyday Contexts
  • JAPN2002 Intermediate Japanese: Extending Everyday Contexts
  • JOUR1002 Introduction to Journalism
  • JOUR1003 News Writing and Reporting
  • KORE1000 Korean Beginners 1
  • KORE1001 Korean Beginners 2
  • LANG1001 Introduction to Creative and Professional Writing
  • LCST1004 Introduction to Cultural Studies
  • NETS1000 Digital Culture and Everyday Life
  • NETS1001 Web Communications
  • PHGY1000 Physical Geography
  • PWRP1003 Skills in Professional Writing
  • STRD1000 Power, Politics and Government
  • STRD1001 Foundations of Strategic Studies
  • THTR1001 Acting Fundamentals
  • THTR1003 Devising Fundamentals
  • VISA1004 Fine Art Studio Methods
  • VISA1005 Fine Art Studio Materials
  • VISA1017 Cinematic Storytelling and Production
  • VISA1018 Introduction to Screen Practice
Year 2 ― Major stream

Complete 200 credit points from one BA major stream, for example:

  • Anthropology and Sociology
  • Chinese
  • Creative Writing
  • Geography
  • History
  • Indigenous Australian Culture
  • International Relations
  • Japanese
  • Journalism
  • Korean Studies
  • English and Cultural Studies
  • Digital and Social Media
  • Professional Writing and Publishing

Alternative major streams from business, fine art, screen arts, theatre arts and tourism may also be available.

Year 3

Year 3 content depends on your major stream selection from Year 2.

Future Career Prospects

Main Directions
  • Editor
  • Publisher
  • Sociologist
  • Online content creator
  • Data business analyst
  • Tourism and travel consultant
  • Heritage consultant
  • Archivist
  • Museum curator
  • Data manager
  • Journalist

Estimated application deadline

Curtin University offers February and July intakes for this degree. Plan to apply at least 3 months before your classes start — earlier is better for international students.

February & July intakes
Apply at least 3 months before course start

Illustrative planning window for your chosen February or July intake — confirm the exact closing date with Curtin University or our advisors.

English tests
Book IELTS 6.5 early if needed

Allow time to retake if required before your intake so English proofs are ready with your application.

Official source: Intake dates and closing deadlines are set by Curtin University and may change. Always verify on the official application channel before you commit.

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Perth student accommodation near Curtin University. Message us to shortlist options that fit your budget.

Options near Curtin Perth and greater Perth include university accommodation, shared housing and student rentals. We shortlist leases that fit your budget and commute to class.

Rates below are per week in AUD. See living costs for monthly benchmarks. Unlock this section for the official Curtin University accommodation page.

Perth monthly living expenses

Estimates for studying in Perth (monthly). The Australian Government advises international students to budget at least AUD 24,505 per year for living costs in Perth — about AUD 2,040 per month on average. The bands below split that benchmark across rent, food, public transport, mobile, and personal spend. Figures are in AUD first, with MYR from the same live rate as the fee section.

Live rate (same as Fee estimate): 1 AUD = MYR

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