Bachelor of Arts
at University of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
A three-year arts degree at the University of Canberra's Bruce campus focused on communication, media and humanities, with work-integrated learning at its centre. There are no prerequisites.
Lowest selection rank
The lowest selection rank (LSR) is the lowest ATAR plus adjustment factors (equity, subject and regional bonuses) that received an offer to the UC Bachelor of Arts for that intake. Universities publish it in their admissions student profiles. Only intakes with a published figure are listed.
| Intake | Lowest selection rank | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 60.25 | uac.edu.au |
A lowest selection rank describes a past intake, not a guaranteed entry score. Check the current entry requirements on the official course page before you apply through UAC.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
No formal Year 12 subject prerequisites; assumed knowledge may still apply.
What you will study
Majors include corporate and public communication, creative writing, cultural heritage, digital media, film production, game development, global studies, history, journalism, literary studies, marketing communication and sports media. Work-integrated learning runs through the degree via project work, internships and real-world assignments with industry-active professionals.
Placement and industry experience
Work-integrated learning is central to the degree: students work and study in real-world situations through industry projects, internships and placements with employers in Canberra.
Career outcomes
- Graduates work in writing, editing and publishing roles across media, government and the not-for-profit sector.
- Many alumni pursue policy and research positions in the public service or NGO sector.
- Common further-study pathways include teaching, law (graduate JD) and a research Honours year.
Typical first jobs
- Communications or media officer in APS departments (DFAT, Home Affairs, ATO, Defence APS)
- Policy officer in ACT Government directorates (Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development)
- Electorate officer or political adviser in federal MP offices
- Communications and content officer at Canberra-based NGOs and peak bodies
- Research officer at the Australian Parliamentary Library or think tanks (ASPI, Australia Institute)
- Editorial assistant in publishing, content and government communications
Graduate starting salary
$55,000 - $70,000 per year
Source: qilt.edu.au. Last reviewed 2026-05-21.
After graduation
Graduates work in communications, media, journalism, heritage and public-sector roles, or add Honours or postgraduate study, including a Master of Teaching.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who want a more applied humanities degree than the GO8 model
- People who value smaller class sizes and accessible academic staff
- Those drawn to APS communications, policy or media careers in Canberra
- Students who like work-integrated briefs alongside theoretical reading
- Independent learners willing to design their own pathway across two majors
It is probably not for you if
- Students who want a structured timetable with clear career outcomes from day one
- Those who prefer technical problems with single correct answers
- Anyone hoping to avoid 2000 to 3000 word essays
- Students set on a research-intensive program at the GO8 peers
Careers this leads to
Australian career pathways that name this Bachelor of Arts as an entry route. Each page shows uni, TAFE and apprenticeship alternatives.
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and selection ranks on the University of Canberra website and on UAC before applying.