Bachelor of Arts
at The University of Newcastle, New South Wales.
A three-year arts degree at Callaghan (Newcastle), also offered online. No prerequisites; English Advanced is recommended (Mathematics Advanced for the psychology studies major). Every student completes a placement of at least 140 hours in second or third year.
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 UoN 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 | 63.65 | uac.edu.au |
| 2024 | 54.00 | uac.edu.au |
| 2023 | 62.10 | 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 English and writing, French studies, global Indigenous studies, history, human geography and the environment, international relations, Japanese studies, linguistics, performing arts, psychology studies, screen and cultural studies, and sociology. A minimum 140-hour placement in second or third year can be taken in settings such as museums, libraries and community organisations. Honours is available as an additional year in most majors.
Placement and industry experience
Students complete a minimum 140-hour placement in the second or third year, chosen to suit their career interests, for example in museums, libraries, media or community organisations.
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
- Policy officer in NSW and Federal government graduate programs
- Editorial assistant in publishing, content and communications
- Communications adviser at NGOs and corporates
- Electorate officer or political adviser
- Research assistant at universities, think tanks and NGOs
- Project coordinator in not-for-profits and arts organisations
Graduate starting salary
$55,000 - $70,000 per year
Source: qilt.edu.au. Last reviewed 2026-05-21.
After graduation
Graduates can add an Honours year, take a Master of Teaching, or start in communications, policy, research and community roles.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who enjoy reading 100 plus pages per week and writing long-form essays
- People comfortable defending an argument in small tutorial groups
- Those willing to design their own degree across two majors and free electives
- Students considering law, journalism, policy or postgraduate teaching
- Independent learners who can manage unstructured weekly time blocks
It is probably not for you if
- Students who want a structured timetable with one clear career outcome from day one
- Those who prefer technical problems with a single correct answer
- Anyone hoping to avoid 2000 to 3000 word essays
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and selection ranks on the University of Newcastle website and on UAC before applying.