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Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Advanced Studies

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This combined degree lets you pursue two areas of study while building strong analytical, critical thinking and communication skills. You’ll complete a core arts foundation, then choose a major from Arts and Social Sciences and add breadth with a second major or a minor, plus Open Learning Environment units. In your final year you undertake advanced coursework and a substantial real-world project within arts and related disciplines at bachelor level. The programme combines disciplinary knowledge, applied learning, and graduate competencies for professional career entry.

Career outcome

Graduates develop adaptable skills in analysis, research, writing and problem-solving suited to diverse workplaces. Career pathways may include roles in government and policy, communications and media, cultural and creative industries, education support, community and international organisations, research assistance, and business fields requiring strong critical thinking. The advanced final-year project strengthens employability for arts and social sciences roles at bachelor level. Preparing graduates for graduate employment, professional traineeships, and further postgraduate study.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$52,500 per year

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CSP: A$14,535

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Information

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4 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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BPARTAVS1000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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