Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies)

The Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies) will prepare you to become an active global citizen;

the type of person who can find creative ways to address the challenges faced by the international community, both now and in the future.

You’ll explore the complex, interconnected and culturally diverse nature of the contemporary world, and think critically about issues within their global context.Over the course of your study, you’ll develop the flexibility, analytical skills and global mindset to adapt effectively in rapidly changing work environments.

You’ll graduate possessing the intercultural skills and global interdisciplinary understanding necessary for a career across government, business or the non-government organisation sector globally.Work Integrated Learning is at the very centre of the Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies).

You’ll learn from industry-active professionals and world-class scholars and will work and study in real-world situations through project work, internships, professional experience and mentorships.You’ll complete units designed to help you develop the professional skills essential for employment in the cultural and creative industries, and will have the opportunity to participate in international work and study experiences as part of your degree.

Global Studies students have undertaken internships with a range of different local, national and international organisations, including the Centre for Strategic and International Studies in Jakarta, Strategic Development Associates, 50/50 by 2030 and the national embassies of Indonesia, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, among many others.Standard entry to this course is by selection rank, but a portfolio entry is also possible.High-achieving students may be eligible for enrolment in the Bachelor of Arts and Design (Honours).

Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies) (72 credit points) Required - 48 credit points as follows

• CM0001 Core Major in Arts (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 10333 - Professional Orientation (Arts) - 3 cp, Level 1 11017 - Professional Practice 1: Work Integrated Learning - 3 cp, Level 2 11018 - Professional Practice 2: Work Integrated Learning - 3 cp, Level 3 11108 - Big Stories: Culture, Memory and Power - 3 cp, Level 1 11109 - It Must Be True: Knowledge, Culture and Creativity - 3 cp, Level 1 11110 - Reading Culture, Curating Culture - 3 cp, Level 1 11111 - The Grand Experiment - 3 cp, Level 1 11112 - Professional Evidence (Arts) - 3 cp, Level 3
• SM0005 Specialist Major in Global Studies (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 11129 - Cultures and Diversity - 3 cp, Level 1 11145 - Global Ethical Challenges - 3 cp, Level 1 11146 - Global Perspectives on Gender, Sex and Sexuality - 3 cp, Level 2 11147 - How the World Really Works: Busting the Myths of Globalisation - 3 cp, Level 2 11148 - Studies in World Philosophies - 3 cp, Level 2 11149 - Listening to Global Voices: World Literature and Cinema - 3 cp, Level 2 11150 - Global Environmental Futures - 3 cp, Level 3 11151 - Global Activism and Social Change - 3 cp, Level 3

Open Electives - 24 credit points from the following

• Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:- Year 12 ATAR- other Australian Qualification- work experience- overseas qualificationWe also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Assumed Knowledge

None.

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

Information on admission closing dates can be found here.

Credit Arrangements

Credit arrangements (if available) for this course can be found on the University's Credit Search website.