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ARTS, HUMANITIES, SOCIAL SCIENCES AND PERFORMING ARTS 2021 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE
CONTENTS
WHY STUDY TOP 1% IN THE WORLD
WITH MONASH
Your life at Monash 2
Get career ready 3 We’re ranked in the top 1 per cent of universities
worldwide for humanities and social sciences.
Internships3
ARTS?
Learning abroad 4
Bachelor of Arts 6
Bachelor of Arts double degrees 8
Diploma of Languages/
Diploma of Liberal Arts 9
If your ambition is to explore the world of ideas, cultures and UNIQUE OVERSEAS
Bachelor’s/Master’s program 10
places in an environment where you’ll be inspired, supported STUDY EXPERIENCES
Bachelor of Criminology 12 We provide overseas study and international
Bachelor of Global Studies 14
and challenged, then Monash Arts is the place to be. immersion experiences for more students than
any other university in Australia. See page 4.
Bachelor of Media Communication 16 We consistently rank in the top 1 per cent of You can complete a comprehensive degree
universities worldwide for humanities and social with the Bachelor of Arts, allowing you to
Bachelor of Music 18 sciences, so you’ll be graduating from a course tailor your course to suit your own needs and
Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy recognised by employers as being exceptional. interests as they develop. The outcome will
and Economics 20 be a degree that’s unique to you.
You’ll be learning from leading experts who
Areas of study 22 are helping to solve some of the world’s Or you can select one of our specialist degrees,
Areas of study descriptions 23
most pressing issues, from border control to
international development. And while they may
choosing from the Bachelor of Criminology,
Bachelor of Global Studies, Bachelor of
INTERNSHIPS AND
have international reputations, our academics Media Communication, Bachelor of Music or INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS
Pathways into Monash Arts 35
are renowned for being approachable, friendly Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics. All of our courses offer internship experiences
Academic prerequisites 36 and keen for you to succeed. either in Australia or overseas. Build your
Along the way you’ll shape your own future
networks and unlock a world of career
Domestic student Flexibility and choice are also reasons students as you explore experiences such as studying
opportunities. See page 3.
entry requirements 36 tell us they prefer Monash Arts. Flexible overseas, internships, field trips, double
International student course structures mean you can make the degrees, 40 areas of study, and leadership,
entry requirements 38 most of the amazing opportunities on offer. career and volunteering programs.
How to apply 40
Course information fast facts
Look for these icons on each course page UNDERSTANDING THE TERMINOLOGY
for key information. DOUBLE DEGREE OPTIONS
Comprehensive degree Areas of study
You’re spoilt for choice with more than 40
In Monash Arts, this refers to the Bachelor An ‘area of study’ is a field of knowledge
Location double degree combinations to select from.
of Arts. A comprehensive degree gives you – for example, literary studies or sociology.
the choice and flexibility to select your units Areas of study are sometimes called
NOTE: The entry requirements listed on the course pages
are for domestic students only. International student entry
(subjects), and requires you to complete 24 ‘disciplines’ See pages 23–34.
requirements are located on pages 36–39. units, including specific requirements such as
completing an Arts major and an Arts minor. Major
A major is eight units from the same area of
Specialist degree study. In the Bachelor of Arts you can choose
In Monash Arts, this refers to the Bachelor to study one or two majors, and you don’t have
of Criminology, Bachelor of Global Studies, to decide on your major straight away. BACHELOR’S/
Bachelor of Media Communication, Bachelor MASTER’S PROGRAM
of Music, and Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy Minor
Plan ahead and graduate with a bachelor’s and
and Economics. You need to complete 24 units, A minor is four units from the same area
a master’s degree in four years. See page 10.
including specific requirements such as of study.
completing a specialisation. In a specialist
degree, you start studying your chosen area Specialisation
I chose Monash Arts because I wanted of study straight away. An Arts specialisation consists of 10–12
to explore the beginnings of civilisation. units and is a requirement of any of the
As we start living in a more globalised Units specialist degrees.
world, we’re not thinking about Sometimes called a subject, units are usually
microcosms anymore. I don’t think of it worth six credit points. You need to complete Elective BE SUPPORTED
144 credit points in a three-year degree. Some There are eight units of free electives in your There are many ways to engage with university
as studying Ancient Egypt specifically, second-year and third-year units are worth Arts course which can be taken from Arts, life and be supported. Our Peers, Ambassadors,
but human society more broadly.” 12 credit points, and are counted as two units Business, IT or Science. Leaders (PAL) and First in Family (FIF) programs
DEAN ADAIR – these units have a higher workload. are just two examples of how we support you.
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Arts (Honours) See page 2.
1
CONTENTS
WHY STUDY TOP 1% IN THE WORLD
WITH MONASH
Your life at Monash 2
Get career ready 3 We’re ranked in the top 1 per cent of universities
worldwide for humanities and social sciences.
Internships3
ARTS?
Learning abroad 4
Bachelor of Arts 6
Bachelor of Arts double degrees 8
Diploma of Languages/
Diploma of Liberal Arts 9
If your ambition is to explore the world of ideas, cultures and UNIQUE OVERSEAS
Bachelor’s/Master’s program 10
places in an environment where you’ll be inspired, supported STUDY EXPERIENCES
Bachelor of Criminology 12 We provide overseas study and international
Bachelor of Global Studies 14
and challenged, then Monash Arts is the place to be. immersion experiences for more students than
any other university in Australia. See page 4.
Bachelor of Media Communication 16 We consistently rank in the top 1 per cent of You can complete a comprehensive degree
universities worldwide for humanities and social with the Bachelor of Arts, allowing you to
Bachelor of Music 18 sciences, so you’ll be graduating from a course tailor your course to suit your own needs and
Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy recognised by employers as being exceptional. interests as they develop. The outcome will
and Economics 20 be a degree that’s unique to you.
You’ll be learning from leading experts who
Areas of study 22 are helping to solve some of the world’s Or you can select one of our specialist degrees,
Areas of study descriptions 23
most pressing issues, from border control to
international development. And while they may
choosing from the Bachelor of Criminology,
Bachelor of Global Studies, Bachelor of
INTERNSHIPS AND
have international reputations, our academics Media Communication, Bachelor of Music or INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS
Pathways into Monash Arts 35
are renowned for being approachable, friendly Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics. All of our courses offer internship experiences
Academic prerequisites 36 and keen for you to succeed. either in Australia or overseas. Build your
Along the way you’ll shape your own future
networks and unlock a world of career
Domestic student Flexibility and choice are also reasons students as you explore experiences such as studying
opportunities. See page 3.
entry requirements 36 tell us they prefer Monash Arts. Flexible overseas, internships, field trips, double
International student course structures mean you can make the degrees, 40 areas of study, and leadership,
entry requirements 38 most of the amazing opportunities on offer. career and volunteering programs.
How to apply 40
Course information fast facts
Look for these icons on each course page UNDERSTANDING THE TERMINOLOGY
for key information. DOUBLE DEGREE OPTIONS
Comprehensive degree Areas of study
You’re spoilt for choice with more than 40
In Monash Arts, this refers to the Bachelor An ‘area of study’ is a field of knowledge
Location double degree combinations to select from.
of Arts. A comprehensive degree gives you – for example, literary studies or sociology.
the choice and flexibility to select your units Areas of study are sometimes called
NOTE: The entry requirements listed on the course pages
are for domestic students only. International student entry
(subjects), and requires you to complete 24 ‘disciplines’ See pages 23–34.
requirements are located on pages 36–39. units, including specific requirements such as
completing an Arts major and an Arts minor. Major
A major is eight units from the same area of
Specialist degree study. In the Bachelor of Arts you can choose
In Monash Arts, this refers to the Bachelor to study one or two majors, and you don’t have
of Criminology, Bachelor of Global Studies, to decide on your major straight away. BACHELOR’S/
Bachelor of Media Communication, Bachelor MASTER’S PROGRAM
of Music, and Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy Minor
Plan ahead and graduate with a bachelor’s and
and Economics. You need to complete 24 units, A minor is four units from the same area
a master’s degree in four years. See page 10.
including specific requirements such as of study.
completing a specialisation. In a specialist
degree, you start studying your chosen area Specialisation
I chose Monash Arts because I wanted of study straight away. An Arts specialisation consists of 10–12
to explore the beginnings of civilisation. units and is a requirement of any of the
As we start living in a more globalised Units specialist degrees.
world, we’re not thinking about Sometimes called a subject, units are usually
microcosms anymore. I don’t think of it worth six credit points. You need to complete Elective BE SUPPORTED
144 credit points in a three-year degree. Some There are eight units of free electives in your There are many ways to engage with university
as studying Ancient Egypt specifically, second-year and third-year units are worth Arts course which can be taken from Arts, life and be supported. Our Peers, Ambassadors,
but human society more broadly.” 12 credit points, and are counted as two units Business, IT or Science. Leaders (PAL) and First in Family (FIF) programs
DEAN ADAIR – these units have a higher workload. are just two examples of how we support you.
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Arts (Honours) See page 2.
1
YOUR LIFE GET CAREER
READY
INTERNSHIPS
AT MONASH
Work in an organisation as part of your
studies and get credit towards your course.
The future of work is human
By studying humanities, social sciences or the performing arts, You could be working with a member of state parliament, building
you’ll gain a thorough grounding in the key skills sought by employers, a school in a developing nation, working behind the scenes at a
A world of opportunity. including agility, lateral thinking and improvisation; skills that surpass television station, or as a researcher with a non-profit organisation.
automation and are relevant to all careers. The opportunities are endless.
University life is the start of an adventure, and with Monash Arts you’ll be
inspired by the people you meet, the discoveries you make and the places Written and verbal communication Advantages of doing an internship
you can go. Find out more: monash.edu/arts/student-life You’ll develop strong skills in communication that enable you to express • You’ll gain valuable work experience that counts towards your degree.
your ideas clearly, form an opinion, argue persuasively and think logically. • Apply what you’re learning in class to a real‑world context.
You can even take electives in Academic and Professional Writing to • Gain valuable networking opportunities – you’ll link up with people who
increase your skills in language, writing and independent learning and can give you advice and introduce you to groups and networks.
further your understanding of professional communication. • Do an internship overseas and build your intercultural skills at the
same time.
Problem-solving and critical thinking
You’ll learn how to evaluate complex information, analyse Places where our students have interned
the causes of a problem and suggest alternative solutions. • Global Poverty Project in New York
• The State Museum of Majdanek in Poland
Research and interdisciplinary thinking • Mango Communications
CLUBS CULTURE MONASH You’ll become a productive researcher, synthesising information • Live Performance Australia
AND SOCIETIES ON CAMPUS SPORT from different resources in order to answer complicated questions. • Channel 7
You’ll graduate with the ability to analyse problems from several Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Centre
With over 100 groups to choose from, Feel the vibe with live music Flex at our sporting centres different perspectives and arrive at a solution through recognising
•
you’ll be sure to find your tribe. performances, amazing food options and swimming pool. • Ernst & Young
how each of the alternative approaches influences the others.
• Oxfam
and student club activities.
Leadership • Australian Embassy in Rome
Decision-making, time management and goal-setting are qualities • Melbourne Writers Festival
you’ll develop during your course. • American Chamber of Commerce
• Korean Consulate-General
Career options • Penang House of Music in Malaysia
Our graduates go into as many career paths as there are majors. • Creative Innovation Global
For example, there are linguists helping to improve the quality of life • Melbourne Festival.
for the hearing impaired; social entrepreneurs helping people live more
Discover more at monash.edu/arts/WIL-Internships
sustainably; and criminologists working on policy change in criminal
justice. For more information about career options, see our areas of
STUDY IN STYLE EASY RIDER WORK IT OUT study section on pages 23–34.
Late night hours in our stunning Our intercampus shuttle makes Get a foot in the door and figure out
libraries make studying a breeze. getting to class simple. your dream career path by taking
advantage of Work Integrated Learning
and internships.
FIRST IN FAMILY BE A PAL BUILD YOUR BRAND
Being a trailblazer can be scary. Our Peers, Ambassadors, Leaders Kickstart your career through getting a
If you’re the first person in your family program (PAL) offers support and byline in respected student publications
to go to uni, we’ll support you with networking opportunities for students like Mojo, Lot’s Wife and Esperanto.
academic mentoring and get you while building skills in peer support,
connected through social events. mentoring, teamwork and leadership.
2 3
YOUR LIFE GET CAREER
READY
INTERNSHIPS
AT MONASH
Work in an organisation as part of your
studies and get credit towards your course.
The future of work is human
By studying humanities, social sciences or the performing arts, You could be working with a member of state parliament, building
you’ll gain a thorough grounding in the key skills sought by employers, a school in a developing nation, working behind the scenes at a
A world of opportunity. including agility, lateral thinking and improvisation; skills that surpass television station, or as a researcher with a non-profit organisation.
automation and are relevant to all careers. The opportunities are endless.
University life is the start of an adventure, and with Monash Arts you’ll be
inspired by the people you meet, the discoveries you make and the places Written and verbal communication Advantages of doing an internship
you can go. Find out more: monash.edu/arts/student-life You’ll develop strong skills in communication that enable you to express • You’ll gain valuable work experience that counts towards your degree.
your ideas clearly, form an opinion, argue persuasively and think logically. • Apply what you’re learning in class to a real‑world context.
You can even take electives in Academic and Professional Writing to • Gain valuable networking opportunities – you’ll link up with people who
increase your skills in language, writing and independent learning and can give you advice and introduce you to groups and networks.
further your understanding of professional communication. • Do an internship overseas and build your intercultural skills at the
same time.
Problem-solving and critical thinking
You’ll learn how to evaluate complex information, analyse Places where our students have interned
the causes of a problem and suggest alternative solutions. • Global Poverty Project in New York
• The State Museum of Majdanek in Poland
Research and interdisciplinary thinking • Mango Communications
CLUBS CULTURE MONASH You’ll become a productive researcher, synthesising information • Live Performance Australia
AND SOCIETIES ON CAMPUS SPORT from different resources in order to answer complicated questions. • Channel 7
You’ll graduate with the ability to analyse problems from several Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Centre
With over 100 groups to choose from, Feel the vibe with live music Flex at our sporting centres different perspectives and arrive at a solution through recognising
•
you’ll be sure to find your tribe. performances, amazing food options and swimming pool. • Ernst & Young
how each of the alternative approaches influences the others.
• Oxfam
and student club activities.
Leadership • Australian Embassy in Rome
Decision-making, time management and goal-setting are qualities • Melbourne Writers Festival
you’ll develop during your course. • American Chamber of Commerce
• Korean Consulate-General
Career options • Penang House of Music in Malaysia
Our graduates go into as many career paths as there are majors. • Creative Innovation Global
For example, there are linguists helping to improve the quality of life • Melbourne Festival.
for the hearing impaired; social entrepreneurs helping people live more
Discover more at monash.edu/arts/WIL-Internships
sustainably; and criminologists working on policy change in criminal
justice. For more information about career options, see our areas of
STUDY IN STYLE EASY RIDER WORK IT OUT study section on pages 23–34.
Late night hours in our stunning Our intercampus shuttle makes Get a foot in the door and figure out
libraries make studying a breeze. getting to class simple. your dream career path by taking
advantage of Work Integrated Learning
and internships.
FIRST IN FAMILY BE A PAL BUILD YOUR BRAND
Being a trailblazer can be scary. Our Peers, Ambassadors, Leaders Kickstart your career through getting a
If you’re the first person in your family program (PAL) offers support and byline in respected student publications
to go to uni, we’ll support you with networking opportunities for students like Mojo, Lot’s Wife and Esperanto.
academic mentoring and get you while building skills in peer support,
connected through social events. mentoring, teamwork and leadership.
2 3
LEARNING GLOBAL IMMERSION GUARANTEE
WHERE CAN I GO?
Arts study tours
ABROAD
Programs vary in length from two to four weeks. They’re
taught intensively so you can complete a full unit in that time. The Monash Arts Global Immersion Guarantee (GIG) is a ground-breaking GIG is about innovating and putting your degree into practice by
Another bonus is that they run between semesters, which initiative that will enable you to explore first-hand the relationships responding to some of the world’s biggest challenges. Engage with
means you can continue to travel after completing your between society, technology and the environment. It’s a two-week, people and organisations already working on these issues, and you’ll
program and you could finish your degree sooner. funded study trip for all first-year Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Global have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the complexities
Studies students to one of five international destinations – China, India, and challenges involved in implementing sustainable and innovative
Some examples of what you could do include: Indonesia, Italy or Malaysia. solutions – all skills your future employers will look for.
Amazing experiences beyond the classroom. • creating journalism stories while joining the
Learn more at monash.edu/arts/global-immersion-guarantee
Engineers Without Borders study tour of Cambodia
Monash Arts has the most extensive overseas study opportunities • undertaking archaeological fieldwork and excavation
of any university in Australia. Whether you go for two weeks or in Italy
two semesters, there’s a program to suit your interests, curiosities • jamming with jazz masters in New York
and study needs. • engaging with cultural identities while considering
CHINA
We have partnerships with more than 150 universities worldwide, the key challenges they face in Cuba today
• mastering Mandarin in China Travelling between two cities
a study centre in Prato, Italy, and a campus in Malaysia. And if you’re
• comparing crime and social control in the USA, (Beijing, Suzhou or Shanghai), you’ll
a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Global Studies student, you’ll have
Asia or Europe be immersed in the work of China’s
access to our groundbreaking Global Immersion Guarantee.
• unravelling genocide in Europe. businesses and universities that are
focused on advancing innovative
STUDYING OVERSEAS GIVES YOU AN EDGE Arts Semester in Prato and creative solutions to some of
Research shows that students with international study experience: Make the Monash Prato Centre your European study base. the world’s major challenges.
• have better grades throughout their degree Close to Florence in the picturesque landscape of Tuscany, the
• are more employable once they graduate Monash Prato Centre is located in the beautiful 18th-century
• earn more throughout their career. Palazzo Vaj right in the centre of Prato.
You’ll expand your worldview through experiencing different cultures The program is flexible, immersive and enriching. Divided into
and ways of doing things. You’ll build your self-confidence, and be three-by-four-week intensive blocks, you can study for the
more adaptable and independent. You’ll also develop skills in effective full 12 weeks or take the option of including some travel time
communication, collaboration and time management. and study for four or eight weeks. Embrace the opportunity to
learn from some of the world’s most renowned international
MALAYSIA
scholars as you study fascinating subjects such as:
• intensive Italian language Based at the Monash Malaysia
• cultural diversity in contemporary Europe campus in Kuala Lumpur, you’ll
• the Renaissance in Florence examine a number of sustainability
• global connections: understanding cultural literacy. challenges that are confronting
contemporary Malaysia.
Intensive language programs
Studying overseas as part of your language major is a great
way to immerse yourself in your chosen language and culture.
Monash Arts offers a variety of faculty-led and endorsed
language programs available to language students for credit.
Intercampus exchange to
Monash Malaysia
Established in 1998 in Bandar Sunway (18 kilometres
from Kuala Lumpur), Monash Malaysia is Monash’s first
international campus. Intercampus exchange to Monash
Malaysia is available to all Monash Australia students,
provided they have room within their course. INDIA
Exchange to a partner institution Based at the TATA Institute of Social
An exchange program involves studying with one of our Sciences in Mumbai, you’ll navigate
partner universities around the world. You can go on the environmental challenges faced by
exchange for one or two semesters. Financial assistance is India’s biggest and most populated city.
available and there are no extra tuition fees. You can choose
from more than 150 universities in 30 countries.
Study Abroad
If your preferred overseas destination is not a Monash partner
university, you can still choose to go there on Study Abroad. ITALY INDONESIA
You’ll pay the host university’s tuition fees for the time you’re
there, and you’re still able to access financial assistance to Based at the Monash Prato Centre, you’ll You’ll travel to two Indonesian islands to
support your travel. be exposed to experts working to mitigate understand how different communities
the impact that different industries have can balance economic development
Image courtesy of Emma Tkalcevic. Find out more at monash.edu/arts/learning-abroad on Italy’s natural environment. and environmental sustainability.
4 5
LEARNING GLOBAL IMMERSION GUARANTEE
WHERE CAN I GO?
Arts study tours
ABROAD
Programs vary in length from two to four weeks. They’re
taught intensively so you can complete a full unit in that time. The Monash Arts Global Immersion Guarantee (GIG) is a ground-breaking GIG is about innovating and putting your degree into practice by
Another bonus is that they run between semesters, which initiative that will enable you to explore first-hand the relationships responding to some of the world’s biggest challenges. Engage with
means you can continue to travel after completing your between society, technology and the environment. It’s a two-week, people and organisations already working on these issues, and you’ll
program and you could finish your degree sooner. funded study trip for all first-year Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Global have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the complexities
Studies students to one of five international destinations – China, India, and challenges involved in implementing sustainable and innovative
Some examples of what you could do include: Indonesia, Italy or Malaysia. solutions – all skills your future employers will look for.
Amazing experiences beyond the classroom. • creating journalism stories while joining the
Learn more at monash.edu/arts/global-immersion-guarantee
Engineers Without Borders study tour of Cambodia
Monash Arts has the most extensive overseas study opportunities • undertaking archaeological fieldwork and excavation
of any university in Australia. Whether you go for two weeks or in Italy
two semesters, there’s a program to suit your interests, curiosities • jamming with jazz masters in New York
and study needs. • engaging with cultural identities while considering
CHINA
We have partnerships with more than 150 universities worldwide, the key challenges they face in Cuba today
• mastering Mandarin in China Travelling between two cities
a study centre in Prato, Italy, and a campus in Malaysia. And if you’re
• comparing crime and social control in the USA, (Beijing, Suzhou or Shanghai), you’ll
a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Global Studies student, you’ll have
Asia or Europe be immersed in the work of China’s
access to our groundbreaking Global Immersion Guarantee.
• unravelling genocide in Europe. businesses and universities that are
focused on advancing innovative
STUDYING OVERSEAS GIVES YOU AN EDGE Arts Semester in Prato and creative solutions to some of
Research shows that students with international study experience: Make the Monash Prato Centre your European study base. the world’s major challenges.
• have better grades throughout their degree Close to Florence in the picturesque landscape of Tuscany, the
• are more employable once they graduate Monash Prato Centre is located in the beautiful 18th-century
• earn more throughout their career. Palazzo Vaj right in the centre of Prato.
You’ll expand your worldview through experiencing different cultures The program is flexible, immersive and enriching. Divided into
and ways of doing things. You’ll build your self-confidence, and be three-by-four-week intensive blocks, you can study for the
more adaptable and independent. You’ll also develop skills in effective full 12 weeks or take the option of including some travel time
communication, collaboration and time management. and study for four or eight weeks. Embrace the opportunity to
learn from some of the world’s most renowned international
MALAYSIA
scholars as you study fascinating subjects such as:
• intensive Italian language Based at the Monash Malaysia
• cultural diversity in contemporary Europe campus in Kuala Lumpur, you’ll
• the Renaissance in Florence examine a number of sustainability
• global connections: understanding cultural literacy. challenges that are confronting
contemporary Malaysia.
Intensive language programs
Studying overseas as part of your language major is a great
way to immerse yourself in your chosen language and culture.
Monash Arts offers a variety of faculty-led and endorsed
language programs available to language students for credit.
Intercampus exchange to
Monash Malaysia
Established in 1998 in Bandar Sunway (18 kilometres
from Kuala Lumpur), Monash Malaysia is Monash’s first
international campus. Intercampus exchange to Monash
Malaysia is available to all Monash Australia students,
provided they have room within their course. INDIA
Exchange to a partner institution Based at the TATA Institute of Social
An exchange program involves studying with one of our Sciences in Mumbai, you’ll navigate
partner universities around the world. You can go on the environmental challenges faced by
exchange for one or two semesters. Financial assistance is India’s biggest and most populated city.
available and there are no extra tuition fees. You can choose
from more than 150 universities in 30 countries.
Study Abroad
If your preferred overseas destination is not a Monash partner
university, you can still choose to go there on Study Abroad. ITALY INDONESIA
You’ll pay the host university’s tuition fees for the time you’re
there, and you’re still able to access financial assistance to Based at the Monash Prato Centre, you’ll You’ll travel to two Indonesian islands to
support your travel. be exposed to experts working to mitigate understand how different communities
the impact that different industries have can balance economic development
Image courtesy of Emma Tkalcevic. Find out more at monash.edu/arts/learning-abroad on Italy’s natural environment. and environmental sustainability.
4 5
Caulfield, Clayton
BACHELOR OF ARTS Studying a Bachelor of Arts has
3 years full-time Our world needs graduates who thrive in an era of uncertainty and change. been such an exciting roller coaster.
In the Monash Bachelor of Arts you’ll cultivate your intellect, foster your passions By majoring in Chinese studies,
February and July and develop your capacity to ask the questions and find the solutions required I have been able to marry my
to transform our world. We support you to become enterprising and passionate passion for performing with my
CAREER OPTIONS
Communications, corporate advocates for social change. interest in language.
and tourism sectors, diplomacy, The Bachelor of Arts is designed to give you Arts electives and Through my studies, I have found
directing, editing, education, film, maximum flexibility and choice. You can choose signature elements
foreign affairs, gallery curating, a community of like-minded students
from more than 40 areas of study to build a You’ll complete four units of Arts electives of
human rights, Indigenous affairs, genuinely transformative experience. The course that are making waves with their
which a minimum of two units will be from the
international development, is built around deeply enriching experiences, background in Arts. The highlight of
signature elements options:
international relations, journalism, and via your elective units, offers you four my Arts degree would definitely have
linguistics, management, marketing signature elements through which to develop your Global immersion: Broaden your knowledge to be the people that I met on my
and advertising, media, multicultural unique graduate profile. You can choose from and life experience by participating in the GIG,
affairs, policy writing, politics, one of our other short study trips or a semester-
recent trip to China.”
local and international internships, professional
public relations, scriptwriting, social engagements and entrepreneurial opportunities, long program. SHAHNEEZAR THEVAKUMAR
justice, sustainability, theatre, trade, and the choice of more than 50 global immersion Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science
Intercultural expertise: Learn to recognise your
translating and interpreting. programs, preparing you to live and work in own cultural values and biases, and build skills to
Discover where a Monash complex and culturally diverse environments, thrive in globalised work places and communities.
Bachelor of Arts can take you at while building a community of like-minded peers.
Professional experience: Through industry
monash.edu/what-a-week
The major internships and placements, create networks and
Eight units make up your major. These units skills for your career development.
Find out more at monash.edu/ are from the same area of study3 – for example, Innovation capability: Cultivate an innovation
study/course/a2000 anthropology, French studies or politics. There are mindset as you develop your creative and
many units to choose from but there are also To discover the extraordinary places
enterprising abilities. a Bachelor of Arts can take you, scan the
some compulsory units. These are called gateway,
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cornerstone and capstone units, which have been code or visit youtu.be/73yYU8vFBIw
Free electives
designed to help you consolidate your learning so These are eight units that can be from Arts or
you can get the most out of your major. another Monash course. You can structure these
Gateway: a first-year foundation unit introducing to suit your interests – for example, you could
GLOBAL IMMERSION you to the major. add a second major which gives you two areas
GUARANTEE of expertise.
Cornerstone: a second-year unit that focuses on
Being a Bachelor of Arts student,
you’ll have access to the Monash
making sure you have a solid grasp of your major. Taking advantage of
Arts Global Immersion Guarantee – Capstone: a third-year unit where you the flexible structure
an opportunity to spend two weeks demonstrate advanced knowledge of your major. While there are aspects of the course structure
studying in China, India, Indonesia, This could be a supervised research project or an that are fixed, (i.e. you must complete a major,
Italy or Malaysia, with airfares and internship with an industry partner. a minor and four other Arts units), there’s still
accommodation covered as part of plenty of flexibility. That’s because we want you
your degree. For more information, The minor to take advantage of the choice and opportunities
visit monash.edu/arts/global- Four units make up your minor. They’re all from we offer, but it also means you can design the
immersion-guarantee the same area of study, but this will be different course to suit your needs and interests as they
to your major. There’s one, sometimes two, evolve. Some examples of what we mean by
gateway units in your minor, but no cornerstone ‘flexible’ are: What your course will look like
or capstone. • you can decide your major in second-year The Bachelor of Arts is a three-year course with 24 units. Check out a sample course map below.
• you can start your minor in second-year
INTERNSHIPS YEAR 1
• you can use the eight free electives to make
An internship is often the first Semester 1 Sociology French Global Asia Marketing
step of your career. You’ll have up a second major, two minors, a minor plus
the opportunity to undertake an electives, or just electives. These can be from Semester 2 Sociology French Global Asia Marketing
internship for course credit in the final Arts, Business, IT or Science. YEAR 2
year of your course. We’ll help match Elective
Semester 1 Sociology French Behavioural Studies
you to a role that’s aligned with your (Signature Element)
Entry requirements
skills and interests, giving you the Elective
Semester 2 Sociology French Behavioural Studies
chance to build networks and make Indicative Indicative Monash (Signature Element)
contacts for your career development. COURSE ATAR1 IB1 Guarantee2
YEAR 3
Arts (Caulfield) 3 80.15 29 75
Semester 1 Sociology Sociology Human Rights Behavioural Studies
Arts (Clayton) 3 84.00 31 75
Semester 2 Sociology Sociology Human Rights Behavioural Studies
1 The scores provided are to be used as a guide only, and are the lowest selection rank to which an offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E). Major Minor Arts elective Free elective
2 This guarantee doesn’t apply to the Laws pathway, which requires an ATAR of 90+.
3 Refer to pages 23–34 for a comprehensive listing of areas of study available in your Arts degree.
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Caulfield, Clayton
BACHELOR OF ARTS Studying a Bachelor of Arts has
3 years full-time Our world needs graduates who thrive in an era of uncertainty and change. been such an exciting roller coaster.
In the Monash Bachelor of Arts you’ll cultivate your intellect, foster your passions By majoring in Chinese studies,
February and July and develop your capacity to ask the questions and find the solutions required I have been able to marry my
to transform our world. We support you to become enterprising and passionate passion for performing with my
CAREER OPTIONS
Communications, corporate advocates for social change. interest in language.
and tourism sectors, diplomacy, The Bachelor of Arts is designed to give you Arts electives and Through my studies, I have found
directing, editing, education, film, maximum flexibility and choice. You can choose signature elements
foreign affairs, gallery curating, a community of like-minded students
from more than 40 areas of study to build a You’ll complete four units of Arts electives of
human rights, Indigenous affairs, genuinely transformative experience. The course that are making waves with their
which a minimum of two units will be from the
international development, is built around deeply enriching experiences, background in Arts. The highlight of
signature elements options:
international relations, journalism, and via your elective units, offers you four my Arts degree would definitely have
linguistics, management, marketing signature elements through which to develop your Global immersion: Broaden your knowledge to be the people that I met on my
and advertising, media, multicultural unique graduate profile. You can choose from and life experience by participating in the GIG,
affairs, policy writing, politics, one of our other short study trips or a semester-
recent trip to China.”
local and international internships, professional
public relations, scriptwriting, social engagements and entrepreneurial opportunities, long program. SHAHNEEZAR THEVAKUMAR
justice, sustainability, theatre, trade, and the choice of more than 50 global immersion Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science
Intercultural expertise: Learn to recognise your
translating and interpreting. programs, preparing you to live and work in own cultural values and biases, and build skills to
Discover where a Monash complex and culturally diverse environments, thrive in globalised work places and communities.
Bachelor of Arts can take you at while building a community of like-minded peers.
Professional experience: Through industry
monash.edu/what-a-week
The major internships and placements, create networks and
Eight units make up your major. These units skills for your career development.
Find out more at monash.edu/ are from the same area of study3 – for example, Innovation capability: Cultivate an innovation
study/course/a2000 anthropology, French studies or politics. There are mindset as you develop your creative and
many units to choose from but there are also To discover the extraordinary places
enterprising abilities. a Bachelor of Arts can take you, scan the
some compulsory units. These are called gateway,
CRICOS CODE: 075404D
cornerstone and capstone units, which have been code or visit youtu.be/73yYU8vFBIw
Free electives
designed to help you consolidate your learning so These are eight units that can be from Arts or
you can get the most out of your major. another Monash course. You can structure these
Gateway: a first-year foundation unit introducing to suit your interests – for example, you could
GLOBAL IMMERSION you to the major. add a second major which gives you two areas
GUARANTEE of expertise.
Cornerstone: a second-year unit that focuses on
Being a Bachelor of Arts student,
you’ll have access to the Monash
making sure you have a solid grasp of your major. Taking advantage of
Arts Global Immersion Guarantee – Capstone: a third-year unit where you the flexible structure
an opportunity to spend two weeks demonstrate advanced knowledge of your major. While there are aspects of the course structure
studying in China, India, Indonesia, This could be a supervised research project or an that are fixed, (i.e. you must complete a major,
Italy or Malaysia, with airfares and internship with an industry partner. a minor and four other Arts units), there’s still
accommodation covered as part of plenty of flexibility. That’s because we want you
your degree. For more information, The minor to take advantage of the choice and opportunities
visit monash.edu/arts/global- Four units make up your minor. They’re all from we offer, but it also means you can design the
immersion-guarantee the same area of study, but this will be different course to suit your needs and interests as they
to your major. There’s one, sometimes two, evolve. Some examples of what we mean by
gateway units in your minor, but no cornerstone ‘flexible’ are: What your course will look like
or capstone. • you can decide your major in second-year The Bachelor of Arts is a three-year course with 24 units. Check out a sample course map below.
• you can start your minor in second-year
INTERNSHIPS YEAR 1
• you can use the eight free electives to make
An internship is often the first Semester 1 Sociology French Global Asia Marketing
step of your career. You’ll have up a second major, two minors, a minor plus
the opportunity to undertake an electives, or just electives. These can be from Semester 2 Sociology French Global Asia Marketing
internship for course credit in the final Arts, Business, IT or Science. YEAR 2
year of your course. We’ll help match Elective
Semester 1 Sociology French Behavioural Studies
you to a role that’s aligned with your (Signature Element)
Entry requirements
skills and interests, giving you the Elective
Semester 2 Sociology French Behavioural Studies
chance to build networks and make Indicative Indicative Monash (Signature Element)
contacts for your career development. COURSE ATAR1 IB1 Guarantee2
YEAR 3
Arts (Caulfield) 3 80.15 29 75
Semester 1 Sociology Sociology Human Rights Behavioural Studies
Arts (Clayton) 3 84.00 31 75
Semester 2 Sociology Sociology Human Rights Behavioural Studies
1 The scores provided are to be used as a guide only, and are the lowest selection rank to which an offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E). Major Minor Arts elective Free elective
2 This guarantee doesn’t apply to the Laws pathway, which requires an ATAR of 90+.
3 Refer to pages 23–34 for a comprehensive listing of areas of study available in your Arts degree.
6 7
BACHELOR OF ARTS DIPLOMA OF LANGUAGES
DOUBLE DEGREES DIPLOMA OF LIBERAL ARTS
Multiply your opportunities and become an expert in There are many benefits to choosing a double degree. You’ll broaden your An Arts diploma allows you to take additional studies Diploma of Languages
two fields by choosing a double degree course. This allows knowledge across two different fields, diversify your skill base and expand in Arts while completing any Monash single or double This diploma allows you to study Chinese, French, German,
your career opportunities. A double degree may also fit the profession Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish. There are
you to study towards two different bachelor’s degrees at and field you want to work in – for example, working as an international
Bachelor’s course.
different entry levels so you can commence as a beginner in
the same time, providing you with more career flexibility development lawyer (Arts/Laws), an environmental journalist (Arts/Science),
What is a diploma? the language or with a language background.
and opportunities. a business manager (Arts/Business) or a music critic (Arts/Music).
A diploma is an additional course of study taken alongside your
A double degree doesn’t mean double the work; in fact, it takes two years bachelor’s degree. It’s the equivalent of eight units, which make up
Diploma of Liberal Arts
less to complete than if you studied the courses separately. A typical a major. You’ll cover first, second and third year units. Diplomas are Expand your studies by choosing any Arts area of study available
double degree takes four years and comprises 32 units, 16 from each taught alongside your degree and add an extra year of study. as a major, except for languages.
course. Some double degrees are longer – for example, the Bachelor
of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Arts combination takes five years. Who’s eligible? Applying for entry
Students from any Monash faculty who are studying a bachelor’s You can apply for entry to either of these diplomas only after
you’ve accepted your offer into your main course at Monash.
Entry requirements single or double degree.
Why study a diploma?
COURSE Indicative ATAR1 Indicative IB1 Monash Guarantee2
By studying a Diploma of Languages or a Diploma of Liberal Arts, you will: Broaden your career options
Double degrees with:
• Diversify and deepen your skills and knowledge Students choose to study Monash Arts diplomas to enhance
Art History and Curating 4 E:80 E:28 75 • Expand your career options their future career opportunities. For example, Law students
Business 4 83.60 30 75 • Continue with an area of study you have a keen interest in, or try hone their courtroom skills through theatre and performance,
Business Administration 4 80.15 29 75 something completely different. international business students gain a competitive edge by
Commerce 4 92.55 35 86 studying a language, and biomedical students increase their
Criminology 4 84 31 75 career choices through journalism.
Education (Honours) in Primary Education 4.25 87.50 RC 32 RC 75 RC
Education (Honours) in Secondary Education 4.25 87.05 RC 32 RC 75 RC
Engineering (Honours) 3 5 93.60 RC 36 86
Fine Art 4 80.20 RC 29 RC 75 RC
Information Technology 4 87.00 32 75
International Business 4 83.80 31 75
Laws (Honours) 5.25 98 40 94
Marketing 4 81.60 30 75
Music 4 E:83+ RC E:30+ RC 75 RC
Science 4 85.50 31 75
What your course will look like
The Arts component consists of a major, minor and four Arts electives. The structure of the other degree will vary for each course.
YEAR 1 ARTS DEGREE OTHER DEGREE
Semester 1 Major Minor Other degree Other degree
Semester 2 Major Minor Other degree Other degree
YEAR 2
Semester 1 Major Minor Other degree Other degree
Semester 2 Major Minor Other degree Other degree
YEAR 3
Semester 1 Major Arts elective / signature element Other degree Other degree
Semester 2 Major Arts elective / signature element Other degree Other degree
YEAR 4
Semester 1 Major Arts elective Other degree Other degree
Semester 2 Major Arts elective Other degree Other degree
Arts degree Other degree
1 The scores provided are to be used as a guide only, and are either the lowest selection rank to which an offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E). For double degree courses you must meet the prerequisites for both
courses. See pages 36–39 for a full list of double degree prerequisites. Course codes and CRICOS codes for double degrees are available at monash.edu/study RC – Range of criteria.
2 This guarantee doesn’t apply to the Laws pathway, which requires an ATAR of 90+.
3 Not available with all specialisations. For double degree courses you must meet the prerequisites for both courses. See pages 36–39 for a full list of double degree prerequisites. Course codes and CRICOS codes for double
degrees are available at monash.edu/study
8 9BACHELOR OF ARTS DIPLOMA OF LANGUAGES
DOUBLE DEGREES DIPLOMA OF LIBERAL ARTS
Multiply your opportunities and become an expert in There are many benefits to choosing a double degree. You’ll broaden your An Arts diploma allows you to take additional studies Diploma of Languages
two fields by choosing a double degree course. This allows knowledge across two different fields, diversify your skill base and expand in Arts while completing any Monash single or double This diploma allows you to study Chinese, French, German,
your career opportunities. A double degree may also fit the profession Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish. There are
you to study towards two different bachelor’s degrees at and field you want to work in – for example, working as an international
Bachelor’s course.
different entry levels so you can commence as a beginner in
the same time, providing you with more career flexibility development lawyer (Arts/Laws), an environmental journalist (Arts/Science),
What is a diploma? the language or with a language background.
and opportunities. a business manager (Arts/Business) or a music critic (Arts/Music).
A diploma is an additional course of study taken alongside your
A double degree doesn’t mean double the work; in fact, it takes two years bachelor’s degree. It’s the equivalent of eight units, which make up
Diploma of Liberal Arts
less to complete than if you studied the courses separately. A typical a major. You’ll cover first, second and third year units. Diplomas are Expand your studies by choosing any Arts area of study available
double degree takes four years and comprises 32 units, 16 from each taught alongside your degree and add an extra year of study. as a major, except for languages.
course. Some double degrees are longer – for example, the Bachelor
of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Arts combination takes five years. Who’s eligible? Applying for entry
Students from any Monash faculty who are studying a bachelor’s You can apply for entry to either of these diplomas only after
you’ve accepted your offer into your main course at Monash.
Entry requirements single or double degree.
Why study a diploma?
COURSE Indicative ATAR1 Indicative IB1 Monash Guarantee2
By studying a Diploma of Languages or a Diploma of Liberal Arts, you will: Broaden your career options
Double degrees with:
• Diversify and deepen your skills and knowledge Students choose to study Monash Arts diplomas to enhance
Art History and Curating 4 E:80 E:28 75 • Expand your career options their future career opportunities. For example, Law students
Business 4 83.60 30 75 • Continue with an area of study you have a keen interest in, or try hone their courtroom skills through theatre and performance,
Business Administration 4 80.15 29 75 something completely different. international business students gain a competitive edge by
Commerce 4 92.55 35 86 studying a language, and biomedical students increase their
Criminology 4 84 31 75 career choices through journalism.
Education (Honours) in Primary Education 4.25 87.50 RC 32 RC 75 RC
Education (Honours) in Secondary Education 4.25 87.05 RC 32 RC 75 RC
Engineering (Honours) 3 5 93.60 RC 36 86
Fine Art 4 80.20 RC 29 RC 75 RC
Information Technology 4 87.00 32 75
International Business 4 83.80 31 75
Laws (Honours) 5.25 98 40 94
Marketing 4 81.60 30 75
Music 4 E:83+ RC E:30+ RC 75 RC
Science 4 85.50 31 75
What your course will look like
The Arts component consists of a major, minor and four Arts electives. The structure of the other degree will vary for each course.
YEAR 1 ARTS DEGREE OTHER DEGREE
Semester 1 Major Minor Other degree Other degree
Semester 2 Major Minor Other degree Other degree
YEAR 2
Semester 1 Major Minor Other degree Other degree
Semester 2 Major Minor Other degree Other degree
YEAR 3
Semester 1 Major Arts elective / signature element Other degree Other degree
Semester 2 Major Arts elective / signature element Other degree Other degree
YEAR 4
Semester 1 Major Arts elective Other degree Other degree
Semester 2 Major Arts elective Other degree Other degree
Arts degree Other degree
1 The scores provided are to be used as a guide only, and are either the lowest selection rank to which an offer was made in 2020 or an estimate (E). For double degree courses you must meet the prerequisites for both
courses. See pages 36–39 for a full list of double degree prerequisites. Course codes and CRICOS codes for double degrees are available at monash.edu/study RC – Range of criteria.
2 This guarantee doesn’t apply to the Laws pathway, which requires an ATAR of 90+.
3 Not available with all specialisations. For double degree courses you must meet the prerequisites for both courses. See pages 36–39 for a full list of double degree prerequisites. Course codes and CRICOS codes for double
degrees are available at monash.edu/study
8 9?
BACHELOR’S/ DID YOU KNOW?
MASTER’S PROGRAM
Bachelor’s/Master’s program students
have access to both undergraduate and
graduate level Arts internships offered
by many providers across Australia
and globally.
With Monash Arts you can graduate with a bachelor’s and How it works
a master’s* degree in just four years. After completing two
years of your bachelor’s course, and providing you’re a high- Enter any Monash Arts single bachelor’s degree
(Arts; Criminology; Global Studies;
achieving student, you can take master’s-level units as your Step 1
Media Communication; Music or Politics,
electives in third-year. Philosophy and Economics)
You then complete the rest of your master’s course in fourth-year.
You can match your Monash Arts bachelor’s degree with a master’s
degree in: F ollow any major or specialisation sequence
• Applied Linguistics Step 2 and successfully complete two years of study
• Bioethics (full‑time equivalent)
• Communications and Media Studies
• Cultural and Creative Industries
• International Development Practice During your final semester of your second year of
• International Relations the bachelor’s degree, as a high achieving student,
Step 3
• International Sustainable Tourism Management you are invited to apply to transition into your chosen
• Interpreting and Translation Studies Arts master’s degree
• Journalism
• Public Policy
• Strategic Communications Management. Once accepted into the program you will commence
Step 4
your master’s units during the third year of your study
The benefits
At Monash Arts we’re committed to providing you with as many
opportunities and as much flexibility as possible to allow you to maximise
your study options. The Bachelor’s/Master’s program allows you to:
• Fast track your studies and graduate with an undergraduate and Step 5 You will complete one more year of master’s units
postgraduate degree in just four years – instead of five
• Take advantage of the most extensive Bachelor’s/Master’s offering
in Australia
• Make yourself more employable with two degrees and
specialist knowledge
• Save time and save on fees.
Example course map showing the Bachelor’s/Master’s program,
using the Bachelor of Arts as an indicative structure.
I see the master’s degree as a necessary qualification YEAR 1 ARTS DEGREE OTHER DEGREE
in an age of credential inflation and highly competitive Semester 1 Major Minor Arts elective Free elective
globalised job markets. The master’s qualification Semester 2 Major Minor Arts elective Free elective
also opens up networking opportunities within
YEAR 2
Victorian and Australian tourism industries, which are
Semester 1 Major Minor Arts elective/Signature element Free elective
invaluable in such a competitive job market.”
Semester 2 Major Minor Arts elective/Signature element Free elective
BRENDAN DOMBROWSKY
YEAR 3
Bachelor of Arts/Master of Tourism student
Semester 1 Major Major Master’s study
Semester 2 Major Major Master’s study
YEAR 4
Semester 1 Master’s study Master’s study
Semester 2 Master’s study Master’s study
* A master’s degree is a more advanced degree, usually taken after completing a bachelor’s degree.
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