Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science

The 4-year full-time combined degree of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science is offered on the Hobart and Launceston campuses by the College of Arts, Law & Education and the College of Sciences and Engineering.

A limited first year is offered at the North-West Centre.

Some units are available off-campus (i.e.

distance).

In addition, some units are offered to students commencing in July.These course rules and specifications apply to students commencing the course from 2018.

For students who commenced prior to 2018, please refer to Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science (13M).

Contact U Connect to find out more information about your options.

The combined degree requirements consist of 400 credit points comprising:

• A major in each degree component comprising of 8 units
• A minor in each degree component comprising of 4 units
• Degree Core Knowledge in each degree component comprising of 4 units

Bachelor of Arts

In the Bachelor of Arts component students are required to complete 1 Major, 1 Minor and 4 Discipline units. The BA major and minor must be in two different study areas.

Bachelor of Arts component requires 200 credit points comprising:

A Major (100cp)

A Minor (50cp)

Discipline units (50cp)

Bachelor of Science

In the Bachelor of Science component students are required to complete 1 Major, 1 Minor and 4 Degree Core Knowledge units. With the exception of Mathematics, a major and minor must be taken from two different discipline areas.

Launceston students transfer to Hobart if they wish to continue studies in Chemistry and Mathematics after introductory level.

Level requirements:

• 4 - 6 introductory level units
• 4 - 8 intermediate level units
• 4 - 8 advanced level units

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you’re not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Enquire online for advice on the application process and the available pathways to study at UTAS.

Domestic applicants who have recently completed secondary education (in the past two years)

If you have an ATAR of 65 or above, you are guaranteed a place in this course.

To be eligible for an offer, you must have an ATAR of 50 or above. This is the minimum ATAR needed for your application to be considered. Applicants are ranked by ATAR and offers made based on the number of places available. Applicants who have recently completed senior secondary studies but have not received an ATAR may still be eligible for admission. We will consider your study plan and subject results on a case-by-case basis when we assess your application.

Applicants for the Theatre and Performance major in the Bachelor of Arts who have not met the minimum ATAR may be admitted to the course on the basis of an audition and interview. You can indicate your intention to complete this major as part of your application.

For all other majors, if you do not receive the minimum ATAR please refer to Alternative entry pathways below.

In 2019, the lowest ATAR to receive an offer into this course was 59.05. The lowest ATAR to receive an offer may change from year to year based on the number of applications we receive.

Domestic applicants with higher education study

To be eligible for an offer, you must have:

Domestic applicants with VET / TAFE study

To be eligible for an offer, you must have completed a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma (or an equivalent qualification) in any field.

Domestic applicants with work and life experience

If you have not successfully completed senior secondary, tertiary or TAFE/VET study, but have relevant work and life experience you can complete a personal competency statement. You may be eligible for an offer if you have work and life experiences that demonstrate a capacity to succeed in this course.

These prerequisites apply to all applicants.

Some majors require studies and experience equivalent to satisfactory performance in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subjects:

Specialisation

Prerequisite Senior Secondary Studies

Biochemistry

Chemistry

Chemistry

Chemistry

Mathematics

Mathematics Methods

Statistics and Operations Research

Mathematics Methods

Physics

Mathematics Methods and Physics

You can enquire online for information on interstate and international equivalents to the Tasmanian senior secondary subjects above. If you have not met the required prerequisites above, you will need to complete a UTAS foundation unit prior to commencing your major.

For the Computer Science major, we recommend applicants have prior studies or experience in computer programming, for example Tasmanian senior secondary studies in Computer Science and Programming Preparation. UTAS provides a foundation unit in computer programming for students without these prior studies or equivalent experience.

If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for special consideration as part of your application. We will consider a range of factors, including economic hardship, serious medical condition or disability.

We can only approve applications for special consideration where we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.

Admissions information for international applicants, including English language requirements, is available from the International Future Students site. You can also enquire online to check your eligibility.

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science (AQF Level 7) graduates will be able to:

1. Acquire, consolidate, critically evaluate, reflect and synthesise advanced knowledge in one of the humanities and social sciences disciplines and in one of the science disciplines.
2. Demonstrate critical thinking by identifying, defining and solving problems with intellectual independence.
3. Make evidence based decisions that take account of diverse contexts and constraints impacting on societies and environments.
4. Communicate information effectively in written, visual and oral forms with a diverse range of stakeholders.
5. Work effectively, responsibly, respectfully and safely in individual and/or team contexts.
6. Demonstrate self-management, flexibility, initiative and resilience in readiness for diverse workplace demands.