Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Global Studies

About the course

The Bachelor of Arts offers you 30+ areas of study to choose from, such as, bioethics, psychology, sociology, languages and communications, and provides you with an essential skill set, effective communication, interpersonal skills, empathy, critical thinking, cultural awareness and a global outlook. The course is built around deeply enriching experiences, including local and international internships, professional engagements and entrepreneurial opportunities, and the choice of over fifty global immersion programs.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across government, NGOs, international organisations and culturally diverse workplaces where policy, people and global issues intersect. The combination of arts expertise and global studies supports careers in community and social change initiatives, international development, public policy, communications, cultural and language-focused work, and program coordination. Professional experience and overseas study can strengthen employability for global-facing roles. This is an undergraduate Arts & Humanities double degree.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)