Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
The Bachelor of Arts provides students with a broad range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary studies from across the University, with a strong focus on aspects of human culture and achievement. The Bachelor of Arts can also be undertaken in conjunction with a range of other degrees in the University. The…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Bachelor of Arts provides students with a broad range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary studies from across the University, with a strong focus on aspects of human culture and achievement. The Bachelor of Arts can also be undertaken in conjunction with a range of other degrees in the University. The course aims to provide students with: (i) a depth and breadth of knowledge in their chosen areas of study; (ii) the ability to apply the knowledge they have acquired; (iii) skills in critical analysis, critical thinking and critical enquiry; (iv) self-reliance, especially in regards to the acquisition of information, the ability to assess evidence, convey complex ideas and answer complex questions; (v) the ability to communicate effectively in a range of ways; (vi) the ability to work both independently and collaboratively; (vii) the diverse skills to connect across geographical, disciplinary, social and cultural boundaries; (viii) an understanding of the value of ethical behaviour; and (ix) the essential skills demanded by employers in a global jobs market enabling them to achieve exciting and rewarding career outcomes. The Bachelor of Business component has been designed to create a solid grounding in the core business fields of Business Ethics, Economics, Finance, Management and Marketing needed for organisational survival and success. The course will prepare students to take on a role as a future manager with leadership responsibilities for creating a more inclusive and sustainable global economy.
1. Learning Outcomes: BA component: demonstrate a breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding of selected fields of study in core disciplines and areas of study in the arts, humanities social sciences and apply that knowledge in diverse contexts;
2. demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of theories, factual content and research procedures and ethical practice in their major or extended major and other fields of study;
3. analyse, critically evaluate and communicate ideas and solve problems with intellectual independence in their major or extended major and other fields of study including the ability to exhibit key employment and lifelong learning skills;
4. act as informed and critically discriminating participants within the community of scholars; and
5. display highly developed communication skills and, in the case of those students undertaking a language major or extended major, read, write and speak another language with fluency and understand its cultural context.
6. BBus component: demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of business and management theory and processes and their application to real-world business contexts, including an opportunity to complete a capstone experience, and to promote sustainable business in a globalised economy
Career outcomes
Our combined Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business fosters the accumulation of knowledge and the development of a diverse set of skills, empowering you to create a new future, new career prospects and the ability to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing modern workplace.
Career paths include:
• management
• public relations
• public service
• education
• finance sector
• business
• human resources
• research and analysis
• social and public policy
• tourism and creative industries
• international affairs
• aid and development.
REQUIREMENTS
Entry is based on Australian Year 12 equivalence, higher education (GPA), a UNE Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Arts, VET study, or work experience. English Language Requirements: An IELTS (Academic): overall score – 6.0, Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking – 5.5; TOEFL Computer-based test overall score – 213, Internet-based test overall score -79, Writing – 22; Pearson PTE (Academic) overall score -57, Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking – 50.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of New England was originally formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. It became fully independent in 1954. The university is located on several sites in Armidale, NSW. All the programs are offered via the four faculties: Arts; Economics, Business and Law; Education, Health and Professional Studies; and The Sciences; these faculties incorporate 18 teaching schools. Research is offered in the areas of rural science, agricultural economics, geology, educational administration, linguistics, archaeology, etc.
