Bachelor of Creative Arts – Bachelor of Arts

About the course

This undergraduate programme at Wollongong campus builds core and applied knowledge in Arts & Humanities. Structured modules combine theory, projects, and professional skills for graduate readiness. The programme combines disciplinary knowledge, applied learning, and graduate competencies for professional career entry.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across creative and communications sectors, combining creative production with strong analytical and writing skills. Career paths may include communications specialist, curator, digital content creator, editor, features writer, graphic designer, musician, social media manager, visual artist, visual communications marketer or writer. This prepares you for diverse creative industries work through a combined bachelor-level arts and creative arts qualification. Preparing graduates for graduate employment, professional traineeships, and further postgraduate study.

Entry requirements

ATAR 70 (or IB 26.25) or equivalent.

Living Costs in Wollongong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)