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Bachelor of Arts
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LANGUAGE DIPLOMAS
Give your Bachelor of Arts a Language Diploma
add-on
By studying one of Deakin’s four language diplomas alongside your
degree, you’re acquiring not only linguistic skills, but also essential
cultural, historical and social perspectives, giving you a leading edge in
a wide range of exciting and challenging careers.
Language skills in Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Indonesian and Spanish
are all strategic in terms of Australia’s interests and are important in
diplomacy, defence, security, commerce and trade related fields.
Learning a language is not only exciting
– it provides you with a way of seeing things
from a different perspective, preparing you to be a
flexible and inspired global citizen in an ever-changing
world.
The language diplomas are suitable for all students who are studying
an undergraduate degree at Deakin. Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin),
Indonesian and Spanish may also be taken as a major within the Bachelor
of Arts (A300) or Bachelor of International Studies (A326). Gain valuable
skills, make lifelong international connections and add value to your
resume with opportunities to study overseas and immerse yourself in real
world cultural experiences.
It doesn’t matter if you have no prior language experience, have
previously studied the language or are a native speaker - at Deakin
we are equipped to offer students of all backgrounds relevant
subject streams.
Dr Tony Joel
Course Director, Bachelor of Arts
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts and Education and especially the Bachelor of Arts (BA). We hope that you are
excited about the learning experience that awaits you here at Deakin University.
For many new students, adjusting to tertiary studies can be a confusing time. Trying to make sense of how to
select your areas of study is particularly challenging in a course as large and diverse as the BA, which offers you
choices from hundreds of units spread cross more than 30 major sequences. This booklet is designed to make
this task easier for you.
The following pages provide general information on the BA including: short summaries of every discipline offering
a major sequence; a course overview and the course rules; and mapping exemplars of some of the more popular
combinations of majors, minors, and electives to illustrate how you may choose to complete your degree.
Located within the Faculty of Arts and Education, the School of Communication and Creative Arts (SCCA) and
the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) share responsibilities for the BA. Disciplines from within
SCCA that offer a major sequence in the BA are Animation, Children’s Literature, Dance, Drama, Film and
Television, Gender and Sexuality, Journalism, Literary Studies, Media Studies, Photography, Professional and
Creative Writing, Public Relations, Visual Arts, and Visual Communication Design. SHSS offers major sequences
in Anthropology, Arabic, Australian Studies, Chinese, Criminology, History, Indonesian, International Relations,
Language and Culture Studies, Middle East Studies, Philosophy, Politics and Policy Studies, Sociology, Spanish,
and the new interdisciplinary offering Studies of Religions. All of the above options can be studied as a major
or minor sequence. Individual units can also be studied as electives. The BA also features a range of additional
minors including Buddhist Studies, Geography, Motion Capture, Sport and Society, and Sustainability and
Society and the new Professional Practice and Experience minor can help to further enhance your employability.
One of the great joys afforded by the BA is making the most of the flexibility on offer to immerse yourself in
subjects that you are already passionate about while also exploring less familiar areas that arouse your curiosity.
We encourage you to consider challenging yourself by enrolling in a unit or two from areas that you have never
studied before. Why not learn a language? Are you inquisitive about what criminology entails? What about
studying some history, philosophy, politics, or sociology to develop better knowledge and understanding of the
world in which we live? Perhaps something in the artistic and communicative fields such as journalism, public
relations, film and digital media, the visual and performing arts, or literature hold appeal. The choice is yours.
As you commence your studies at Burwood, Geelong, or in the Cloud, please do not hesitate to contact our
academic or professional staff all of whom will be happy to help and provide assistance.
WELCOME
On behalf of SCCA and SHSS, best wishes for all your future studies at Deakin.
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INFORMATION ABOUT OUR DISCIPLINES
Animation
Animation is an integral part of the moving
image and is found in film-making, special
effects, game design, graphic design and the
scientific imaging industries. It helps make
the unimaginable, imaginable. Explore your
creativity in the area of animation, looking at
different techniques ranging from the drawn
graphic to the virtual 3D and motion capture
and understand how to use them to your
advantage in creating moving images.
Develop a range of skills and expertise suited
to careers in the creative arts, entertainment
industry, education, visualisation and any role
that involves making creative choices, team
work and communicating ideas visually.
Graduates can be found working in advertising
agencies, film production companies, the
games industry, marketing consultancies,
multimedia businesses, television corporations
and web development companies.
Anthropology
Anthropology is the study of human beings as
they exist today in all their amazing difference
and diversity. In this, it is the only truly global
science, and the only science that introduces
you to the full complexity and wonder of the
exotic age in which we live.
In a rapidly changing and globalising world,
anthropology is the science to give you the
edge. Most other subjects you will take in
university will only be able to provide you with
university knowledge and skills limited to this
society and culture - the society you live in, the
city you grew up in, the people you’ve always
known. But today this is no longer enough.
Life and work in the 21st Century requires a
whole new perspective - a worldly perspective.
The science of anthropology breaks you out
of the jail that is your own culturally and
socially limited experience and introduces
you to fascinating cultures and societies way
beyond anything you have previously known
or imagined. There is a strong emphasis in
anthropology on empirical and practical realworld
knowledge - this will involve study and
internships in foreign cultures and work all
over the globe.
If you’d like to travel…if you’d like to embark on a lifechanging
journey…if you’d like to see the world as
you’ve never seen it before…if you’d like to broaden
your experience of other human beings and learn
about peoples and places and practices so unusual
and strange that your world-view will be forever
transformed…if you have a passion for the strange,
the shocking and the mysterious…if you want to
be exposed to the myriad of diverse and different
excitements that this world has to offer…if you’re
fascinated by magic, sorcery, witchcraft, languages,
customs, different economies, different political
systems, different cultures, amazing rituals and
religious beliefs, exotic sexual practices, wild men and
women, new technologies, alternative ways of living...
then anthropology is for you.
Anthropology will give you the skills for just about
any job in the emerging global work-force. In a highly
competitive jobs market, anthropology gives you
a higher level of understanding, a unique quality
and an edge on other job applicants. You will find
anthropologists working in all areas of contemporary
life - in mining and mineral exploration helping
companies work with local populations; in film and
television; as researchers, producers and writers; in the
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade;
in the United Nations; in all areas of government and
policy preparation; in public health; in food sciences;
in humanitarian agencies and NGO’s worldwide; in
corporate research and development - the list goes on.
A major in anthropology will combine very well with
languages, criminology and sociology. Many students
combine a major in anthropology with a Bachelor of
International Studies.
Arabic
The Arab countries of the Middle East and North Africa
form an area of critical global importance having broad
strategic, economic, religious and cultural influence.
The Middle East comprises the fourth largest trading
block among Australia’s overseas trading partners, with
the total value of Australia’s trade with the Middle
East more than doubling in the last decade. Develop
communication skills in modern standard Arabic and
enhance your language fluency through contextual
knowledge of Middle Eastern history, culture and
society. Students taking Arabic are encouraged to take
complementary units in the relevant area studies in
order to obtain sound background knowledge of the
cultural, geopolitical and historical issues relevant to
the regions where Arabic is spoken.
Deakin Arabic is a national award winning program with
emphasis on communicative competence and innovative
teaching methodologies. Its distinguishing characteristics
lie in the areas of powerful partnerships and innovative
blended learning approaches supporting student
experiential learning. The online learning experience is
totally interactive, providing participating students with
immediate feedback on their work.
Australian studies
“Knowing Australia today by knowing our pasts”.
Australian studies brings together history, geography,
Politics, gender studies and cultural studies for a
unique interdisciplinary examination of Australia in its
contemporary, historical and global contexts. In the
process, it develops a core set of Arts degree knowledge
and disciplinary skills in units that are a synthesis of its
component disciplines and subjects of study, especially
in relation to land (AIA105), Gender Studies (AIA106);
Indigenous Australia (AIA200) and Australia and Asia
(AIA300). Australian Studies can be taken with other
degrees such as Law, Science and Education. Australian
Studies offers analysis of debates, ideas, values and
issues that situate scholarship and workplace roles in
national and international contexts. This is critical for
students who will seek employment in a globalising
workforce.
There is strong student interest in Australian studies –
around 1000 students take the first year units. Students
are drawn from across the Faculty of Arts and Education
as well as other faculties; units are also popular with
international and exchange students. Many students
utilise what they learn in primary and secondary
teaching. Australian studies is also the foundation
stone on which to build a career in journalism and the
media; law, commerce and business; tourism; cultural
institutions; public service; government organisations;
social welfare, including community development in
Australia and overseas; and libraries and information
management.
Australian Studies staff are leaders in their fields.
They publish in high impact national and international
journals, collaborate with Australian and international
scholars, contribute to current affairs in outlets such
as The Conversation, and win competitive research
grants and prizes for their research. One staff member
was awarded the Australian Geographers’ Australia-
International Medal in 2012, while another was
appointed the inaugural BHP Billiton Chair in Australian
Studies at Peking University in 2013.
A major in Australian studies will combine well with
languages, history, politics, anthropology and sociology.
Children’s literature
Deakin is a world leader in children’s and young people’s
literature and has developed a full major in the Bachelor
of Arts in this growing field. Discover major trends in
children’s texts across a range of media, and how stories
for young people reflect and challenge the values of
their time. This study area caters to students who are
interested in children’s literature as a prominent domain
of literary production and is of particular relevance
to those who intend to work with children and young
people as primary or secondary teachers and librarians,
and those who wish to produce texts for young people.
Chinese
China is Australia’s biggest trading partner and Standard
Chinese, commonly known as Mandarin Chinese, is a
major language of the world. It is the official language
in the People’s Republic of China, Taiwan and Singapore
and widely used in community groups in Hong Kong,
South-East Asia, North America and Australia. Chinese
is also one of the five official languages of the United
Nations.
The Chinese language program at Deakin offers students
the opportunity to attain proficiency in spoken and
written Chinese and provides an understanding of the
Chinese culture and ways of life. Students studying
Chinese are encouraged to select complementary units
related to China and Asia in international relations,
Australian studies, history, language and culture studies.
Mandarin Chinese is the most widely-spoken language
in the world. By learning to speak Mandarin, you can
communicate with millions of Chinese–speaking people
around the world. As a continuing ancient civilisation,
Chinese culture is boundlessly fascinating. A knowledge
of Mandarin will help you gain a deeper understanding
of the Chinese culture. As China is rising, it is starting to
play a major role in the world.
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Criminology
Criminology explores why and how some behaviours
are defined as ‘criminal’ within society. It also considers
ways to minimise crime and harm, and critically
examines existing criminal justice policies, practices and
institutions. To consider questions of justice, criminology
draws on a number of disciplines including psychology,
law, sociology, history and Politics. Criminology requires
you to investigate the causes of crime, the ways of
understanding crime and the criminal, and deals with the
very important question of ‘what should we do about
crime?’
Deakin has an extensive Criminology program offering
more student choice than any other university in
Victoria. We offer a Criminology major sequence in
the Bachelor of Arts and a dedicated Bachelor of
Criminology. We also offer four combined degrees:
Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor
of Criminology/Bachelor of Psychological Science,
Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Cyber Security, and
a Bachelor of Forensic Science/ Bachelor of Criminology.
You can also use the Trimester system to considerably
fast-track your studies.
You should study criminology if you are interested in
understanding the causes of and responses to crime
and want to pursue an exciting career in state or federal
policing, security or intelligence, corrections or prisons,
customs or border security, government or the private
sector.
For those wishing to learn more about Criminology@
Deakin please consult our blog site:
https://blogs.deakin.edu.au/criminology/
Dance
A major in dance at Deakin provides contemporary
dance training, access to guest practitioners, the skills
to choreograph your own work, as well as the chance to
develop as a collaborative artist.
Deakin is the only university where collaborative work
in dance/new media, interdisciplinary art practices and
online computer technology is a core component of the
course.
There is also a focus on skills in oral and written
communication, personal and group management,
reflection and decision-making. Final-year students
are able to participate in the creation of original
choreographic works for live performance and
performing arts (dance) internships.
You may find work as a dancer in community dance
organisations, contemporary dance companies,
contemporary performance companies, dance
associations, dance education, freelance choreography,
performing arts centres and video and film businesses.
Drama
The drama program develops your skills in contemporary
drama practices and perspectives. It comprises a
dynamic combination of acting theory and practice,
performance styles and processes, theatre history, text
studies, community theatre and technical studies.
You may find employment in community theatre, drama
associations, drama education, film and television
production, independent theatre companies and
performing arts centres.
Education studies
The Education major is designed to provide you with
skills and insights to be able to leverage your degree
to achieve employment in a broad range of education
related fields and organisations. You will learn about
educating children, young people and adults in formal
and informal contexts. It will not provide you with
accreditation for teaching in schools, but will provide
you with a solid grounding should you wish undertake
an accredited initial teacher program after completing
your BA. Some units may be credited toward these
postgraduate studies.
Film and Television
Film studies develops your creative and critical thinking
while providing you with a practical and theoretical
grounding in the production and application of film,
video and television.
Graduates can be found working in advertising agencies,
broadcast television, corporate communication
companies, film education associations, film production
companies, freelance film production, media associations
and television corporations.
Gender studies (Minor)
Our lives are intrinsically shaped by the social forces
around us including Politics, economics, culture,
knowledge and power. Gender is a primary social vehicle
in the shaping of the self in tandem with sexual identity,
class, status, the body, age and geographical location.
Necessarily, therefore, gender needs to be considered
within a multidisciplinary set of offerings.
These offerings are available to students via online and
face-to-face settings. Both options allow students to
work within groups and independently and always with
ready guidance from senior staff possessing research and
conceptual skills developed over time around gender
issues.
Choosing a gender studies minor will augment your
skills in critical thinking, policy and textual analysis,
historical inquiry, political and social theory and major
philosophical concepts. Graduates with a Gender Minor
will be well placed to pursue employment in law, social
work, public sector organisations, human resources,
education, public relations, media and communications.
Geography (Minor)
Consider some current questions and issues:
How many people will exist on planet earth in 2050?
Where and how will they live?
What will be the impacts – physical and human – of
climate change?
Why are natural disasters appearing to be more frequent
and intense and why do they impact hardest on the
poor? (such as the Haiti earthquake? Hurricane Katrina,
the Indian Ocean tsunami)
Why are we attracted to cities and what are the
implications of a global urbanisation rate of more than
50%? ie over half of the world’s population now live in
cities
Why are people migrating in ever-larger numbers?
Where are they coming from and where are they going
to?
Is the earth sustainable?
Will China and the BRICI countries (Brazil, Russia, India,
China, Indonesia) become global economic leaders and
what does this mean for us in Australia? In Melbourne?
In Geelong?
These are just some of the questions that Geography as a
discipline poses and answers.
So what is this thing called Geography?
Geography bridges the human and physical sciences. It
seeks to describe and explain the uneven distribution of
human activity across the globe. It is built around five key
concerns:
1. Location – where and why human activities are
distributed across the globe
2. Place – how do spaces become imbued with human
meanings and become places?
3. Human-environment relations and interactions
4. Movement – how and why are people and places
connected?
5. Regions – how and why is one area of the earth
similar or different to another?
Students undertaking a Geography minor will be able to:
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History
understand the nature of the discipline, its
spatial perspective, various components,
concepts, history and major debates
secure a command of those physical processes
which produce the major patterns of climate,
soils and geomorphology across the globe
analyse and recommend ways in which humanenvironment
interactions can occur in a
sustainable way
comprehend how and why human patterns of
economic, social and cultural activity vary across
the globe.
History at Deakin provides students with an exciting
range of units that will help them understand how and
why the world we live in has come about. At Deakin,
the history group concentrates on the history of the last
two centuries. Our contemporary focus ties our research
interests into our teaching and gives our students a
range of subjects which are directly relevant to their
lives today. We cover a range of history topics including:
World history of the Twentieth Century, Nineteenth
and Twentieth Century Australian history (including
Indigenous – non Indigenous encounters), European
history, Asian and Pacific history, film in history and
gender in history. The history major is also designed to
meet the needs of Deakin’s Education students, students
interested in a range of careers in the broad history field
and those students who just wish to supplement their
other university units with the study of history.
The study of history at university can lead to a range
of fascinating and rewarding careers. A significant
proportion of our history majors go on to teach history
at either primary or secondary levels. Some students
also go on to work in museums and in the broad
area of preserving cultural heritage. Deakin provides
postgraduate courses in both of these career areas.
Other career options for graduates with history majors
include: professional history, public sector positions,
history tourism, archivists and librarians, journalism,
diplomacy and management and administration. Many
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students at Deakin also wish to pursue their love of
history as an elective while taking their alternative
vocational study. History at Deakin also provides a full
honours year and post-graduate research degrees which
can lead, among many other career paths, to university
positions in history.
A major in history will combine well with language,
sociology, Australian studies and politics
Indonesian
The Indonesian program at Deakin is one of the main
providers of training and professional development for
Victorian teachers in partnership with the Department
of Education and Training (DET). Indonesia is Australia’s
closest Asian neighbour and is the fourth most populous
nation in the world. Indonesia is a major member of
ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations,
and figures prominently in Australia’s foreign policy
and international activities. At Deakin, you can study
Indonesian as an elective, a minor, a major or within the
Diploma of Indonesian.
Indonesia has a very dynamic popular culture and
internationally acknowledged traditional art forms that
include music, dance, visual arts, architecture, and
archaeology. It is also very important in the history of
the European nations as the original ‘Spice Islands.’
Today, Indonesia is an attractive destination for western
business, with many major corporations operating there.
These include Australian companies such as ANZ, Rio
Tinto, The Commonwealth Bank, and IAG as well as many
others operating in a range of economic sectors. As a
result, demand for fluent users of Indonesian is high.
The language remains one of the most widely taught in
Victorian schools, and there is a need for well-trained
Indonesian teachers.
International relations
Studying International Relations (IR) will enhance your
understanding of the key political dynamics of our time.
The discipline of IR encompasses the study of policyrelated
dynamics such as diplomacy, foreign policy
and global governance, as well as theoretical dynamics
relating to questions of order, justice and resistance in
world Politics. It also considers questions relating to the
changing nature of world Politics, evident in emerging
forms of regionalism and globalisation. The IR discipline
at Deakin University has developed undergraduate units
that address a wide range of key problems, trends and
developments in world Politics. At an undergraduate
level, we have first year units that introduce students to
IR and examine Australia’s position in the world. We also
have units that examine the dynamics of the Asia-Pacific
and Middle East regions, the foreign policy of the United
States, China’s rising position in the world, security,
human rights, the contemporary Politics of globalisation,
global governance and IR theory. These topics, and the
wider academic skills taught within IR units, prepare
students to think critically and communicate effectively
as professionals and citizens in an increasingly complex
and globalised world.
International relations combines well with politics and
policy studies, Middle East studies, and languages.
Journalism
Our long-established Journalism major prepares you
for an exciting career whether your goal is to work in
print, TV, radio or in the growing number of multimedia
industries.
Journalism at Deakin emphasises practical hands-on
learning; you not only learn about journalism you will be
producing journalism and will graduate with a portfolio
of news stories in different formats. The curriculum
covers news and feature writing, radio and TV reporting,
multimedia and online journalism, local and international
journalism and media ethics and law.
After 12 credit points, which includes at least 4 credit
points of Journalism units, you will be eligible to apply
to undertake an internship which helps you gain vital
industry experience for your CV. You also have the
option to complete a Journalism Minor. Aside from
traditional Journalism roles, graduates are highly sought
after by many organisations because of skills such as
research, writing, and production.
So it is understandable that our graduates find work in a
diverse range or organisations which include: advertising
agencies; consumer and business magazine publishers;
metropolitan, suburban and country newspapers;
press agencies; public relations agencies; publishing
companies; radio stations and television channels.
Entrepreneurial graduates are also forging careers as
freelance journalists.
Literary studies
At Deakin, literature is the door to new understandings
of culture history and identity.. Our literary studies
scholars have international profiles in, poetry, ecology,
philosophy and Australian literature, and will guide
you in critical and creative journeys through great
literature from the past to today. There are also many
opportunities for your own creative writing and critical
analysis to be developed in relationship to literature.
You may find employment opportunities in the
education sector, freelance writing, arts administration,
government departments, libraries, market research
companies, advertising and public relations agencies and
publishing companies, as well as in the development of
your own writing career.
Media studies
This is an area of rapid and continuous technological,
political, economic and social change. Much of the
recent explosion in the stock of human knowledge is
linked with developments in media. This area of study
enables you to graduate with a unique ‘multiskilled’
qualification appropriate for many careers and job
markets.
Graduates of media studies will be multiskilled media
professionals ready to embrace innovative career
pathways in digital and social media, the entertainment
industry, marketing consultancies, PR firms, magazine
publishers, film and television companies.
Middle East studies
A major in Middle East studies is one of the most popular
options at Deakin because of what you learn and how
it’s taught. The content of the units covers everything
from ancient history through to modern conflicts and the
foundations of the clashing ideologies that run through
the region today. Understanding this complexity can be
challenging, but thanks to our online role playing system,
students get to fully immerse themselves in the political
intrigues of the region. Spending two weeks pretending
to be a president, a diplomat or an extremist group might
sound daunting, but over 97% of our students indicate
that this is the most engaging and worthwhile learning
exercise they have ever undertaken at university.
Undertaking Middle East studies at Deakin is the key
to understanding what is perhaps the most important
region in the global system. No matter where you live,
the echoes of what goes on in the Middle East affect you
every time you queue up at airport security, or every
time you put petrol in your car. If you want a major that
is intriguing and relevant to a wide range of careers in
areas such as diplomacy, security, business and political
policy, then this major is the right choice for you.
Middle East studies combines well with international
relations, politics and policy studies, and languages.
Motion capture (Minor)
Motion capture facilitates the capturing of real world
movement, which can then be adjusted and applied to
virtual objects. It is an integral part of many films and
animations but it can also be used to capture movements
for analysis. It involves the ability to direct actors on the
floor and to then extract and clean up the movement for
virtual characters.
Acquire a highly specialised area of animation that is
not offered at many other universities with a suite of
practical units to help you navigate through it. Develop
a range of skills and expertise suited to careers in
the creative arts, entertainment industry, education,
visualisation and roles that involve making creative
choices, team work and communicating ideas visually.
Graduates can be found working in advertising agencies,
film production companies, the games industry,
marketing consultancies, multimedia businesses,
television corporations and web development
companies.
Philosophy
There are lots of reasons to study for a philosophy major,
but two stand out: philosophy is the most fun subject
you will do at university, and it teaches you sharp critical
thinking skills that will give you an edge whatever else
you study or whatever your future career.
Philosophy is really enjoyable because you get to look at
the fundamental questions of human existence. Other
majors tend to focus on a particular narrowly-defined
subject matter, but philosophy asks the big questions,
across differing cultural perspectives, such as: Is there a
human nature? What is the basis of morality? Is there
a God? Do we have an obligation to be just? How is
scientific knowledge possible? What is the relationship
between sex and love? These are just a few examples
of philosophical questions. It is intensely stimulating
and rewarding to be able to engage with these ideas in
discussions with your lecturers and fellow students.
A major in philosophy will give you a significant
advantage at university or in the professional workplace.
This is because the study of philosophy teaches generic
skills which are transferable to a very wide variety of
vocational courses and post-university careers – critical
thinking and analytical skills, communication skills and
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the ability to be able to think with imagination and
rigour. Studies have consistently shown that philosophy
graduates perform among the top 10% on entrance
exams for law and medicine (e.g. LSAT, GMAT, GRE).
Philosophy graduates are also popular with employers
because of their problem-solving skills and ability to
think critically.
So: try philosophy for a major that is both intellectually
rewarding and practically useful!
Photography
Learn the basic techniques and practices of photography,
using analogue and digital technologies, then progress to
a range of professional analogue and digital photographic
formats, as well as darkroom and studio environments.
Students in the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Photography)
are strongly encouraged to experiment, research and
develop their own conceptual and aesthetic sensibilities.
The work undertaken at this level is applicable to
exhibition, installation, multimedia and collaborative
productions, and provides a strong basis for postgraduate
studies and professional practice. In the photography
major sequence you develop innovative projects that use
the internet to capture images of photography students
from around the world. Students are encouraged to
participate in experimental photography.
You may find employment opportunities in community
arts organisations, creative practice, freelance
photography, photo journalism, professional studio
photography and web and multimedia design companies.
Politics and policy studies
A politics and policy studies major will enhance your
understanding of the big issues in the world today, and
assist you to develop the skills to make a difference
in your lifetime. We investigate the challenge posed
to Australia and the world by climate change; asylum
seekers and refugees; development; inequality; political
parties and new social movements. We examine the
ideas behind the policy and the rhetoric. We look
globally for different solutions; investigate how policy
lessons are learned; and assess the impact on domestic
and global Politics. We examine how and why some
people are able to exercise power better than others,
and assess ideas and opportunities for addressing the
pressing social, economic, and environmental issues of
our time.
The skills you will learn in a politics and policy studies
major will set you up for a career with impact:
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How to effect political change
Critical analysis of political and policy debate
Smart interpretation of media and public
discourse
Writing, debating, and digital communication
skills
Policy analysis and briefing skills
Practical media campaigning
On-campus seminars and online discussion boards create
enhanced learning forums and the opportunity for lively
debate from different perspectives. Current events
feature strongly in many units.
Our major examines domestic Politics and policy, and
broader political dynamics within Asia, Europe, the
United States, Africa, and South America.
Professional and creative writing
Gain expertise, practical experience and develop
creative skills. The emphasis in this major is on the
achievement of professional standards, and the sklils
needed for publication. Initially, you undertake various
forms of constructive, descriptive and narrative writing,
progressing to editing, non-fiction and fiction writing,
script and poetry writing.
You may find employment in freelance editing and
writing, finance, health and manufacturing industries,
government departments, media and entertainment
industries, publishing companies, tourism, hospitality
and service industries.
Professional Experience and Practice (Minor)
By studying a generalist degree such as the Bachelor
of Arts (BA), you will learn and apply transferable skills
that make you highly employable across a wide range
of sectors. Employers value graduates who are critical
thinkers with problem-solving skills, and individuals who
possess self-management skills and are team players.
Deakin’s BA also places great emphasis on developing
highly effective communication skills and digital literacy
as we prepare our students to become entrepreneurial
and mobile global citizens.
In addition to the more than 30 discipline-based areas
of study we offer, ranging from anthropology through
to visual communication design, in 2017 Deakin is
introducing a new professional experience and practice
minor as part of its BA program. Consisting of four new
units purposefully tailored to provide students with realworld
learning experiences, the professional experience
and practice minor is designed to further advance the
employability and employment outcomes of Deakin
BA students and graduates (as well as those in other
courses).
Pursue your passions through studying the disciplines
of your choice as majors, and improve your career
opportunities even further by also undertaking the
professional experience and practice minor as part of
your BA degree.
Public relations
Studying public relations at Deakin prepares graduates
for employment in the growth area of professional and
strategic communication.
Our PR graduates can be found working in consultancies,
businesses, sporting organisations, all levels of
government and the non-profit sector. You’ll work
and study with the public relations teaching staff; a
dedicated team of experienced practitioners, awardwinning
teachers and committed researchers. They have
designed a Major and Minor study sequence where
you’ll undertake a mix of theory and real-world learning
tasks so you develop your critical and creative thinking
skills.
You’ll build a portfolio of work showcasing your
communication, planning and problem-solving to
future employers. You will study topics such as social
media, event management, campaigns, media relations,
marketing communication and government relations, all
through the lens of ethical and sustainable practice.
And after 12 credit points (including at least 4 credit
points of Public Relations units), you can apply to
undertake an internship where you’ll gain vital industry
experience for your CV. A public relations major or minor
is the ideal vocational complement for many other study
fields where communication skills are valued.
Sociology
Sociology is the study of society, social groups and social
relations. Thinking sociologically allows you to critically
understand the processes that shape our societies and
cultures. Sociology examines key aspects of everyday
life including: ethnicity, religion, gender, migration,
consumerism, globalisation, deviance, health, youth
culture and intimate relationships.
We’re also social researchers. Our core business lies in
teaching students how to carry out research projects
on these topics using both qualitative (interviews, focus
groups) and quantitative (large surveys) techniques. In
addition, we teach students how to analyse their data by
using dynamic theoretical frameworks. These research
skills are highly desired in both the private and public
sectors
On successful completion of the sociology major
sequence, students should have the following disciplinespecific
skills:
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an ability to explain key sociological concepts
such as socialisation, modernity, post-modernity,
gender, social class, race and ethnicity,
the family, and globalisation
an ability to identify core theoretical
understandings in sociology
an ability to apply sociological analysis to a
range of contemporary issues such as
health, family life, deviance,
international migration and the media.
an ability to understand conflict, cohesion and
social change in societies.
an ability to explain the systems, practices
and technologies of control and their historical
transformation in Western cultures.
an ability to recognise the impact of social policy
on social life.
an ability to critically assess the work of other
social researchers.
an ability to apply research methods in analysing
the social world.
Sociology combines well with languages, criminology,
anthropology, and history.
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Spanish
The recent introduction of spanish (in 2014) reinforces
the commitment to internationalisation in the Deakin
Languages program. Students learn languages, develop
cultural awareness and competency, and acquire an
international perspective. Spanish is truly a global
language, spoken by almost half a billion people
worldwide. At Deakin, you can study Spanish as an
elective, a minor, a major or within the Diploma of
Spanish.
Become a worldly citizen: study Spanish.
Spanish is a major international language with more
than 400 million speakers on 5 continents. It is the
national language of more than twenty countries and the
third most widely spoken language in the world (after
Mandarin and English). Spanish is an official language
of the United Nations and of other international
organisations such as the European union and the
Organisation of American States. In the United States
of America, Spanish is the second most widely spoken
language. In Australia, Spanish is one of the seven most
common languages (excluding English
spoken in the home (ABS Census data 2011).
Sport and society (Minor)
Historically, sport’s prominent role in society can be
traced back at least to the ancient Olympic Games in
Greece (dating from 776BCE). Today, sport enjoys everincreasing
popularity and influence as its global reach
can be gauged from local participation at grassroots
levels (junior, youth, and senior) through to professional
competitions on national and international stages.
Sport has a profound impact on society from cultural,
social, educational, political, and economic perspectives.
Indeed, some may even argue that we have reached the
stage where, to bend Karl Marx’s well-known dictum, in
the twenty-first century sport arguably has supplanted
religion as the new “opium of the people.”
Sport is a growing industry and opportunities to follow
a career path in this field have never been greater.
Accordingly, sport is a dynamic growth area of tertiarylevel
studies. Our new Sport and Society minor sequence
invites students to explore key issues surrounding
sport’s role — past and present — in the modern
world in a structured and meaningful way. Through its
interdisciplinary approach, this minor features a rich
and diverse blend of units from criminology, history,
sociology, education, business, and health.
Studies of religions
Since the turn of the 21st Century religion has played
a prominent role in the media and popular culture. The
vast majority of the world’s population hold religious
beliefs and religion also plays a significant role in
conflict and peace building, including terrorism and
international development. As a result governments,
non-governmental organisations, and the United Nations
frequently work with faith-based organisations and
scholars of religions to counter risks and to advance
human and environmental security. In addition, we are
currently living and working in places where the religious
composition varies significantly from context to context.
In some cities, the vast majority of the population is
religious, while in others growing numbers of people are
declaring no religious affiliation. Australia is becoming an
increasingly religiously diverse and non-religious society
concurrently. In order to navigate and manage this
diversity we need to develop a greater understanding of
religions and non-religious worldviews and the influence
they have on people’s identity and ways of life. Religious
and interreligious literacy are critical and highly valued
skills in and beyond Australia, and this Major will provide
students with this sought after expertise.
This major of studies of Religions is multi-disciplinary and
includes subjects with a focus on religion from sociology,
philosophy, anthropology, history and literary studies.
Students may also be able to complete a Honours year in
Studies of Religions. New subjects and study tours will be
added in 2017 and 2018.
Sustainability and society (Minor)
‘Sustainability’ is a principle that guides behaviour and
decision-making in a broad range of human domains and
professional occupations. However, what ‘sustainability’
means to different people and in different contexts can
vary. For some, ‘sustainability’ is a lifestyle choice. For
others, it is a barrier to maximising profit. Still others
try to balance the needs and wants and priorities of
humans, with the natural environment. Managing our
environmental and social expectations into the future
is a task we all face. Meeting the challenges of complex
sustainability problems requires an interdisciplinary
approach to training. Deakin already offers a suite of
units that focus on sustainability across disciplines,
Schools and Faculties. The sustainability minor draws
together these offerings into a coherent package for
students seeking a more comprehensive understanding
of sustainability than is provided within their host
degree. Students graduating with this Minor will have
some of the necessary skills in critical analysis, political
critique and problem-solving to grapple with the
environmental challenges that face our society in the
future. This Minor will suit those with an interest in
natural resource management, environmental policy,
the role of society in shaping environmental values, the
tangible human impacts of good and bad environmental
management, and the practical challenges of achieving
sustainable outcomes both in Australia and
internationally.
Visual arts
The major sequence in visual arts allows students to
invest in a range of skills across the contemporary arts.
From traditional media techniques in painting, drawing
and printmaking through to 3D modelling, video and
multi-disciplinary forms.
Critical thinking and collaboration are key skills in
the 21st century, so as individual technical skills are
enhanced the student’s capacity to adapt and critique
their environment, relate to others to problem solve, and
articulate an ethical or political position is expanded.
At levels 1 and 2 students are encouraged to respond to
studio workshops, seminars, lectures and gallery visits
through key themes that allow for skill development,
critical reflection and material exploration.
As students step from level 2 to 3 they are encouraged
to develop their own practice and research skills
through studio seminars, independent studio practice,
exhibitions in Deakin’s galleries and in working with key
organisations in Melbourne, Geelong and elsewhere.
The sequence of units develops students professionally
and can open up options for work in education, curation,
arts administration, public art, graphic design, art
therapy and for further postgraduate study.
Visual communication design
Study in the visual communication design (major)
develops both practical and theoretical skills, offering a
dynamic combination of contemporary design theory,
specialised studio practices and practical outcomes,
in a variety of associated design disciplines. Students
who complete the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual
Communication Design) are open to many career
opportunities in the areas of advertising, design studios,
print houses, corporate companies who host in-house
design services, government and private practices.
Students can choose to either specialise or explore a
multidisciplinary approach to utilise their design-based
skills in a broad range of areas. For example, graphic
design and photography for print-based media and
magazine work, UX design, design and visual arts/
illustration for digital and print publishing, design and
animation for motion graphics, web-based content
for television title sequencing, and design for public
relations and the media. The options are endless.
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SUGGESTED MAJOR
COMBINATIONS
The course maps in this section are for illustrative purposes only. Students must meet the course rules and unit requirements as set out in the
Handbook (http://www.deakin.edu.au/students/university-handbook/2017-handbook). Deakin University reserves the right to alter, amend or
delete details of course offerings and other information published herein. Students are advised to check the relevant Handbook online (at the
above link) for the most up-to-date information relating to their course structure and available units.
A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN HISTORY AND AUSTRALIAN
STUDIES)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIH107 - World History Between the Wars 1919-1939 (CORE
UNIT) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIA106 - Sex, Race and Australia’s People (CORE UNIT) major
sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
AIH108 - The Cold War World: 1945-1991 (CORE UNIT) major
sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIA105 - Visions of Australia: Time and Space From 1700 to
2010 (CORE UNIT) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIH264 - The Holocaust (OPTIONAL CORE UNIT) major
sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIA200 - Indigenous Australians in the 20th Century (CORE
UNIT) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Australian Studies Elective (Level 2 e.g. AIP230) major
sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 3
AIH288 - Exploring Australia’s Indigenous Pasts (OPTIONAL
CORE UNIT) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIH2XX or AIH3XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT (CORE UNIT)
Australian Studies Elective (Level 2 e.g. AIP209) major
sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIH3XX
major sequence 1 – 1 CREDIT POINT
AIH399 Making History
(CORE UNIT) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
History
Units
Level 1
World History Between the Wars 1919
AIH107
- 1939
AIH108 The Cold War World: 1945-1991
Level 2
AIH203
Papua New Guinea: Exploring Village,
Nation and the Kokoda Track
AIH205 Sex and Gender in History
AIH238 Australia and the Two World Wars
AIH256 Sport in History
AIH263
"History Written with Lightning": Film
and the Past
AIH264 The Holocaust
AIH267 Conflict and Memory in Modern Asia
AIH288 Exploring Australia's Indigenous Pasts
Level 3
AIH320
AIH326
AIH389
History Internship (Final year of offer
2017)
Australia’s Empire: Colonialism in Papua
New Guinea
The French Revolution and the Struggle
for Freedom
AIH399 Making History
Major study - students must complete core units:
AIH264 or AIH288 plus AIH399
Australian Studies
Units
Level 1
Visions of Australia: Time and Space
AIA105
From 1700 to 2010 (Major study core)
AIA106
Level 2
AIA200
Sex, Race and Australia's People (Major
study core)
Indigenous Australians in the 20th
Century (Major study core)
AIH238 Australia and the Two World Wars
AIH288 Exploring Australia's Indigenous Pasts
AIP230 Understanding Public Policy
AIP209 Asylum challenges in Australia and Asia
Level 3
AIA300
AIA301
Australia's Asia: From Yellow Peril to
Asian Century (Major study core)
Australian Urban Geography: National
and International Perspectives
Australia’s Empire: Colonialism in Papua
AIH326
New Guinea
Major study - students must complete 4 core units
AIA105, AIA106, AIA200 and AIA300.
.
AIH2XX or AIH3XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Australian Studies Elective (Level 3)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIA300 - Australia’s Asia: From Yellow Peril to Asian Century
(CORE UNIT) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Australian Studies Elective (Level 2 or 3)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
* AIH238 and AIH288 count towards both majors.
Have you considered a language? Ask about doing a minor or major in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish – or enrol for one of the
language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN HISTORY AND POLITICS AND
POLICY STUDIES)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIH107 - World History Between the Wars 1919-1939
(CORE UNIT) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP107 – Introduction to Politics
(CORE UNIT) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
AIH108 - The Cold War World: 1945-1991
(CORE UNIT) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP116 - Visions and Values in Politics
(CORE UNIT) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIH264 - The Holocaust (OPTIONAL CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Politics & Policy Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIH2XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIH288 - Exploring Australia’s Indigenous Pasts (OPTIONAL
CORE UNIT) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Politics & Policy Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIH2XX or AIH3XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
History
Units
Level 1
World History Between the Wars 1919
AIH107
- 1939
AIH108 The Cold War World: 1945-1991
Level 2
AIH203
Papua New Guinea: Exploring Village,
Nation and the Kokoda Track
AIH205 Sex and Gender in History
AIH238 Australia and the Two World Wars
AIH256 Sport in History
AIH263
"History Written with Lightning": Film
and the Past
AIH264 The Holocaust
AIH267 Conflict and Memory in Modern Asia
AIH288 Exploring Australia's Indigenous Pasts
Level 3
AIH320
History Internship (Final year of offer
2017)
Politics and Policy Studies
Units
Level 1
AIP107 Introduction to Politics
AIP116 Visions and Values in Politics
Level 2
AIP230 Understanding Public Policy
AIE255
Issues and Themes in Middle East
Politics
AIP243 Europe's Political Transformation
AIP245 Environmental Politics
AIP208
Government and Politics of the United
States
AIP209 Asylum Challenges in Australia and Asia
AIP211 Politics of Development
AIP247 Media and Politics: Campaign Strategies
Level 3
AIP300 Democracy and Dissent
AIP301 Political Parties and Social Movements
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIH326
Australia’s Empire: Colonialism in Papua
New Guinea
YEAR 3
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIH389
The French Revolution and the Struggle
for Freedom
AIH399 Making History
AIH3XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIH399 Making History (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Major study - students must complete core units:
AIH264 or AIH288 plus AIH399
AIP301- Political Parties and Social Movements (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Politics & Policy Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP300 – Democracy and Dissent (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Politics & Policy Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Have you considered a language? Ask about doing a minor or major in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish – or enrol for one of the
language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN MIDDLE EAST STUDIES,
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND POLITICS AND POLICY STUDIES)
Middle East Studies
International Relations
Politics and Policy Studies
YEAR 1
Units
Units
Units
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIE153 – Historical Foundations of the Middle East (CORE
UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIR108 – International Relations (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP107 – Introduction to Politics (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 3 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
AIE154 – Modern Middle East Politics (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIR120 – Australia and the World (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP116 – Visions and Values in Politics (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 3 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIE255 – Issues and Themes in Middle East Politics (CORE
UNIT) major sequences 1, 2 & 3 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Middle East Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
International Relations Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP2XX
major sequence 3 – 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 3
AIR242 – Theories of International Relations (CORE UNIT)
major sequences 1 & 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Middle East Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP2XX
major sequence 3 – 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP2XX
major sequence 3 – 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
Middle East Studies Elective (Level 3)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
International Relations Elective (Level 3)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
AIE364 – The Arab-Israeli Conflict (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
International Relations Elective (Level 3)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Level 1
AIE153
AIE154
Level 2
AIE255
Historical Foundations of the
Middle East
Modern Middle East
Politics
Issues and Themes in
Middle East Politics
AIH264 The Holocaust
ASC233
International
Migration and
Multicultural Societies
ASP214 Justice and Equality
ASP216
AIR234
AIR242
AIR244
Level 3
AIR345
AIE364
AIE365
Ethics in Global
Society
Order and Justice in
World Politics
Theories of
International Relations
Conflict, Security and
Terrorism
American Foreign
Policy
The Arab-Israeli
Conflict
Middle East Study Tour
Major study - students must complete
AIE153, AIE154, AIE255 and AIE364
Level 1
AIR108 International Relations
AIR120 Australia and the World
Level 2
AIE255
Issues and Themes in
Middle East Politics
AIR205 The Rise of China
AIR236
AIR234
AIR242
AIR243
AIR244
AIR292
AIS202
Level 3
AIE365
AIR345
AIR348
AIR349
Controversies in Global
Capitalism
Order and Justice in
World Politics
Theories of International
Relations
International Relations of
the Asia-Pacific
Conflict, Security and
Terrorism
Study Tour: America and
the International System
Study Tour: International
and Intercultural Studies
Middle East Study Tour
American Foreign Policy
Beyond Borders:
Transnational Activism in
World Politics
Transnational Diplomacy
and Policy
Major study - students must
complete core unit: AIR242
Level 1
AIP107 Introduction to Politics
AIP116 Visions and Values in Politics
Level 2
AIP230 Understanding Public Policy
AIE255
AIP243
Issues and Themes in Middle
East Politics
Europe's Political
Transformation
AIP245 Environmental Politics
AIP208
AIP209
Government and Politics of
the United States
Asylum Challenges in
Australia and Asia
AIP211 Politics of Development
AIP247
Media and Politics: Campaign
Strategies
Level 3
AIP300 Democracy and Dissent
AIP301
Political Parties and Social
Movements
International Relations Elective (Level 2)
AIP300 – Democracy and Dissent (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
major sequence 3 – 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP301 – Political Parties and Social movements (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 3 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIE255 counts towards all three majors.
**AIR234, AIR242, AIR244, AIR345 and AIE365 count towards both Middle East Studies and International Relation majors.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN MIDDLE EAST STUDIES AND
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIE153 – Historical Foundations of the Middle East (CORE
UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIR108 – International Relations (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
AIE154 – Modern Middle East Politics (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIR120 – Australia and the World (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIE255 – Issues and Themes in Middle East Politics (CORE UNIT)
major sequences 1 & 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Middle East Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
International Relations Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 3
AIR242 – Theories of International Relations (CORE UNIT)
major sequences 1 & 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Middle East Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
Middle East Studies - unit set code MJ-A000053
Units
Level 1
AIE153
AIE154
Level 2
AIE255
Historical Foundations of the Middle East
Modern Middle East Politics
Issues and Themes in Middle East Politics
AIH264 The Holocaust
ASC233
International Migration and Multicultural
Societies
ASP214 Justice and Equality
ASP216 Ethics in Global Society
AIR234 Order and Justice in World Politics
AIR242 Theories of International Relations
AIR244 Conflict, Security and Terrorism
Level 3
AIR345 American Foreign Policy
AIE364
AIE365
The Arab-Israeli Conflict
Middle East Study Tour
Major study - students must complete AIE153, AIE154,
AIE255 and AIE364
International Relations - unit set code MJ-A000018
Units
Level 1
AIR108 International Relations
AIR120 Australia and the World
Level 2
AIE255 Issues and Themes in Middle East Politics
AIR205 The Rise of China
AIR236 Controversies in Global Capitalism
AIR234 Order and Justice in World Politics
AIR242 Theories of International Relations
AIR243 International Relations of the Asia-Pacific
AIR244 Conflict, Security and Terrorism
AIR292
AIS202
Study Tour: America and the International
System
Study Tour: International and Intercultural
Studies
Level 3
AIE365 Middle East Study Tour
AIR345 American Foreign Policy
AIR348
Beyond Borders: Transnational Activism in
World Politics
AIR349 Transnational Diplomacy and Policy
Major study - students must complete core unit:
AIR242
Middle East Studies Elective (Level 3)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
International Relations Elective (Level 3)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
International Relations Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
AIE364 – The Arab-Israeli Conflict (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
International Relations Elective (Level 3)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
*AIE255, AIR234, AIR242, AIR244, and AIR345 count towards both majors.
Other complementary major sequences to Middle East Studies are Arabic language and Politics. Ask about doing a language major or one of
the Language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS
AND POLICY STUDIES)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ASP129 – Love, Sex and Death
(OPTIONAL CORE UNIT) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP107 – Introduction to Politics (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
ASP109 – Freedom and Power: Existentialism and Beyond OR
ASR100 World Religions (OPTIONAL CORE UNITS)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP116 - Visions and Values in Politics (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ASP2XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Politics & Policy Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASP2XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 3
ASP2XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Politics & Policy Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASP2XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
Philosophy
Units
Level 1
ASR100 World Religions
ASP109
Freedam and Power: Existentialism and
Beyond
ASP129 Love, Sex and Death
Level 2
ASP208 Introduction to Logical Reasoning
ASP214 Justice and Equality
ASP215
Philosophy, Happiness, and the Good
Life
ASP216 Ethics in Global Society
ASP224 Freud and Philosophy
ASP227
Philosophies of Religion: Western,
Asian, and Contemporary Inquiries
ASP228 Philosophy, Art, Film
ASP263 Buddhist Studies in India
ASP210 Plato and Nietzsche
Level 3
ASP309 20th Century French Philosophy
ASP326 Language and Reality
Major study: Students to select two level 1 units from
ASR100, ASP109, ASP129
Politics and Policy Studies
Units
Level 1
AIP107 Introduction to Politics
AIP116 Visions and Values in Politics
Level 2
AIP230 Understanding Public Policy
AIE255 Issues and Themes in Middle East Politics
AIP243 Europe's Political Transformation
AIP245 Environmental Politics
AIP208
Government and Politics of the United
States
AIP209 Asylum Challenges in Australia and Asia
AIP211 Politics of Development
AIP247 Media and Politics: Campaign Strategies
Level 3
AIP300 Democracy and Dissent
AIP301 Political Parties and Social Movements
AIP301- Political Parties and Social Movements (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
ASP309 - 20 th Century French Philosophy (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Politics & Policy Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIP300 – Democracy and Dissent (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASP326 – Language and Reality (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Politics & Policy Studies Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
* For the Philosophy major, students have the option of choosing any two out of the three Level 1 units e.g. ASP129 and ASR100, ASP129 and
ASP109, or ASR100 and ASP109.
A major in Philosophy with Politics & Policy Studies or International Relations provides students with a coherent course of study.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN SOCIOLOGY AND
CRIMINOLOGY)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ASC101 – Introduction to Sociology A (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR101 – Introducing Crime and Criminology (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
ASC102 – Introduction to Sociology B (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR102 - Introducing Crime and Criminal Justice (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
Sociology Elective (Level 2)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR2XX
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR201 – Issues in Criminal Justice (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR2XX
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 3
ASC250 – Contemporary Social Research (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Sociology Elective (Level 2 or 3 e.g. AST205)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR202 – Criminology Theory (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
Sociology
Units
Level 1
ASC101 Introduction to Sociology A
ASC102 Introduction to Sociology B
Level 2
ASC206 Sociology of Health
ASC207
Consumerism, Gender and
Sustainability
ASC210 Youth Culture and Identity
ASC211 Religion and Social Change
ASC233
International Migration and
Multicultural Societies
ASC250 Contemporary Social Research
ASC287 Love, Sex and Relationships
AST205 Sport, Bodies, Action!
Level 3
ASC304
Culture and Control: Boundaries and
Identities
ASC308 Sociology and the Modern World
ASC320
ASC321
Sex, Crime and Justice in An Electronic
Age
Sociology Internship (Final year of offer
2017)
ASC346 Media, Stories and Power
Criminology
Units
Level 1
ACR101
ACR102
Introducing Crime and Criminology
(Core)
Introducing Crime and Criminal Justice
(Core)
Level 2
ACR201 Issues in Criminal Justice (Core)
ACR203 Crime, Victims and Justice
ACR210 Crime, Surveillance and Society
ACR211 Crime Prevention and Security
ACR212 Crime, Surveillance and Technology
ACR213 Crime, Terrorism and Security
ACR204 Crime, Media and Justice
ACR202 Criminology Theory (Core)
Level 3
ACR301
International and Comparative Criminal
Justice (Core)
ACR302 Criminology Research (Core)
Major study - students must complete six core units:
ACR101, ACR102, ACR201, ACR202, ACR301 and
ACR302.
ASC308 – Social Theory Rewired: Power, Passion and Post
Humanism (CORE UNIT) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR301 – International and Comparative Criminal Justice
(CORE UNIT) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Sociology Elective (Level 2 or 3)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Sociology Elective (Level 3)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR302 – Criminology Research (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Major study - students must complete core units
ASC250 and ASC308
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Have you considered a language? Ask about doing a minor or major in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish – or enrol for one of the
language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN ANTHROPOLOGY AND
CRIMINOLOGY)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ASS101 – Peoples of the World (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR101 – Introducing Crime and Criminology (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
ASS102 – Culture and Communication (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR102 - Introducing Crime and Criminal Justice (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ASS2XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASS2XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASS2XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASS2XX
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Anthropology
Units
Level 1
ASS101 Peoples of the World
ASS102 Culture and Communication
Level 2
ASS203 Being Human (With the Nonhuman)
ASS204 Urban Spaces, Global Places
ASS205
Anthropology of Poverty and
Development
ASS206 Medical Anthropology
ASS233 Myth and Ritual
ASS234 Environmental Anthropology
Level 3
ASS329 Anthropology of Crime and Violence
ASS330 Cyborg Anthropology
Criminology
Units
Level 1
ACR101
ACR102
Introducing Crime and Criminology
(Core)
Introducing Crime and Criminal Justice
(Core)
Level 2
ACR201 Issues in Criminal Justice (Core)
ACR203 Crime, Victims and Justice
ACR210 Crime, Surveillance and Society
ACR211 Crime Prevention and Security
ACR212 Crime, Surveillance and Technology
ACR213 Crime, Terrorism and Security
ACR204 Crime, Media and Justice
ACR202 Criminology Theory (Core)
Level 3
ACR301
International and Comparative Criminal
Justice (Core)
ACR201 – Issues in Criminal Justice (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR2XX
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR202 – Criminology Theory (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 – 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR302 Criminology Research (Core)
Major study - students must complete six core units:
ACR101, ACR102, ACR201, ACR202, ACR301 and
ACR302.
YEAR 3
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ASS329 – Anthropology of Crime and Violence (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR301 – International and Comparative Criminal Justice
(CORE UNIT) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR2XX
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASS300 – Cyborg Anthropology (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACR302 – Criminology Research (CORE UNIT)
major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Have you considered a language? Ask about doing a minor or major in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish – or enrol for one of the
language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH AUSTRALIAN STUDIES MAJOR AND
GEOGRAPHY MINOR)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
AIA106 - Sex, Race and Australia’s People
(CORE UNIT) major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIG103 – People and Place: An Introduction to Human
Geography minor sequence – 1 CREDIT POINT minor sequence
- 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
AIA105 - Visions of Australia: Time and Space From 1700 to
2010 (CORE UNIT) major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
SLE102 - Physical Geography minor sequence - 1 CREDIT
POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
Australian Studies
Units
Level 1
Visions of Australia: Time and Space
AIA105
From 1700 to 2010 (Major study core)
AIA106
Level 2
AIA200
Sex, Race and Australia's People (Major
study core)
Indigenous Australians in the 20th
Century (Major study core)
AIH238 Australia and the Two World Wars
AIH288 Exploring Australia's Indigenous Pasts
AIP230 Understanding Public Policy
AIP209 Asylum challenges in Australia and Asia
Geography
Units
Level 1
AIG103
People and Place: An Introduction to
Human Geography
SLE102 Physical Geography
Level 2
AIG211 Geographies of Heritage and Tourism
Level 3
AIA301
Australian Urban Geography: National
and International Perspectives
AIA200 - Indigenous Australians in the 20th Century (CORE
UNIT) major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Australian Studies Elective (Level 2) major sequence – 1
CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 3
AIG211 – Geographies of Heritage and Tourism minor
sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Australian Studies Elective (Level 2) major sequence – 1
CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Level 3
AIA300
AIA301
AIH326
Australia's Asia: From Yellow Peril to
Asian Century (Major study core)
Australian Urban Geography: National
and International Perspectives
Australia’s Empire: Colonialism in Papua
New Guinea
Major study - students must complete 4 core units
AIA105, AIA106, AIA200 and AIA300.
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
Australian Studies Elective (Level 3 e.g. AIH326)
major sequence – 1 CREDIT POINT
Level 3 Elective – 1 CREDIT POINT
AIA300 - Australia’s Asia: From Yellow Peril to Asian Century
(CORE UNIT) major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIA301 – Australian Urban Geography: National and
International Perspectives
major & minor sequences – 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
* AIA301 counts towards both major and minor sequences.
Have you considered a language? Ask about doing a minor or major in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish – or enrol for one of the
language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH SOCIOLOGY MAJOR AND GENDER
STUDIES MINOR)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ASC101 – Introduction to Sociology A (CORE UNIT)
major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Gender Studies Unit (Level 1 e.g. ASP129 or AIA106)
minor sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
ASC102 – Introduction to Sociology B (CORE UNIT)
major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Gender Studies Unit (Level 1 e.g. AGS101)
minor sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
Sociology Elective (Level 2)
major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Gender Studies Unit (Level 1 or 2)
minor sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASC250 – Contemporary Social Research (CORE UNIT)
major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Sociology Elective (Level 2 or 3 e.g. AST205)
major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Sociology
Units
Level 1
ASC101 Introduction to Sociology A
ASC102 Introduction to Sociology B
Level 2
ASC206 Sociology of Health
ASC207
Consumerism, Gender and
Sustainability
ASC210 Youth Culture and Identity
ASC211 Religion and Social Change
ASC233
International Migration and
Multicultural Societies
ASC250 Contemporary Social Research
ASC287 Love, Sex and Relationships
AST205 Sport, Bodies, Action!
Level 3
ASC304
Culture and Control: Boundaries and
Identities
ASC308 Sociology and the Modern World
Gender Studies
Units
Level 1
AGS101
Sex and Gender: Ideas That Changed
the World
ASP129 Love, Sex and Death
AIA106 Sex, Race and Australia’s People
Level 2
ACR203 Crime, Victims and Justice
AIH205 Sex and Gender in the British Empire
ASC206 Sociology of Health
ASC287 Love, Sex and Relationships
Level 3
ALL326 Material Girls, Material Boys
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASC320
Sex, Crime and Justice in An Electronic
Age
YEAR 3
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ASC308 – Social Theory Rewired: Power, Passion and Post
Humanism (CORE UNIT) major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Sociology Elective (Level 3)
major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
ASC321
Sociology Internship (Final year of offer
2017)
ASC346 Media, Stories and Power
Major study - students must complete core units
ASC250 and ASC308
ALL326 - Materials Girls, Material Boys
minor sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Sociology Elective (Level 3)
major sequence - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
* ASC206 and ASC287 count towards both sequences.
Have you considered a language? Ask about doing a minor or major in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish – or enrol for one of the
language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN FILM AND TELEVISION AND
PHOTOGRAPHY)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ACF104 Moving Pictures: Screening Film History
(core unit) major sequence 1- 1 Credit Point
ACI102 Pixel to Print: Digital Imaging 1 (core unit) major
sequence 2-1 Credit Point
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACF103 Writing with the Camera
(core unit) major sequence 1 -1 Credit Point
ACI101 Still Images (core unit) major sequence 2 - 1 Credit
Point
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Film and Television
Units
Level 1
ACF103
ACF104
Level 2
Writing with the Camera
Moving Pictures: Screening Film
History
ACF202 Documentary Production Practice
Photography
Units
Level 1
ACI101 Still Images
ACI102 Pixel to Print: Digital Imaging 1
Level 2
ACI201 Alternative Imaging
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACF205 Television Production
ACF206
Mindscreen: Cinema, Psychology and
Psychoanalysis
Level 3
ACI202
ACI203
ACI204
Advanced Digital Imaging
Photographic Practice
Contemporary Photography
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ACF301
Independent Production Practice
Level 3
ACF202 Documentary Production Practice (core unit) major
sequence 1 - 1 Credit Point
ACF206 Mindscreen: Cinema, Psychology and Psychoanalysis
(core unit) major sequence 1- 1 Credit Point
ACF320
Mad Max Meets Priscilla - Contemporary
Australian Cinema
ACC317
Communication and Creative Arts
Internship A
ACF205 Television Production
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 Credit Point
ACI203 Photographic Practice
(core unit) major sequence 2- 1 Credit Point
ACI204 Contemporary Photography
(core unit) major sequence 2 - 1 Credit Point
ACI201 Alternative Imaging
(core unit) major sequence 2- 1 1 Credit Point
ACI202 Advanced Digital Imaging
(core unit) major sequence 2- 1 1 Credit Point
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
AIH263
“History Written with Lightning”: Film and
the Past
Note: The following units are also available in addition to the major
sequence:
ACC317
ACC318
Communication and Creative Arts
Internship A
Communication and Creative Arts
Internship B
ACI301
Shifting Focus: Experimental
Photography and Creative Practice
ACI302 Lighting Design 2
ACI303
New Worlds: Intersections of Art and
Science
YEAR 3
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ACF301 Independent Production Practice
(core unit) major sequence 1- 1 Credit Point
ACF320 Mad Max Meets Priscilla -
Contemporary Australian Cinema
(core unit) major sequence 1- 1 Credit Point
AIH263 "History Written with Lightning": Film and the Past
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 Credit Point
ACI302 Lighting Design 2(core unit) major sequences 2 - 1
Credit Point
ACI303 New Worlds: Intersections of Art and Science (optional
core unit) - 1 Credit Point
ACI301 Shifting Focus: Experimental Photography and Creative
Practice (core unit) major sequence 2 - 1 Credit Point
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Have you considered a language? Ask about doing a minor or major in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish – or enrol for one of the
language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN LITERARY STUDIES AND
DRAMA)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ALL101 The Stories We Tell: Inventing Selves and Others
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACP109 Improvisation: Principles in Action
(core unit) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
ALL102 From Horror to Romance: Genre and Its Obsessions
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACP177 Genre and Performance
(core unit) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ALL201 Love, Death and Poetry
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACP205 Performance, Image, Site (ACP305) or
ACP206 Performance, Authenticity, Adaption (ACP306)
(core unit) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ALL202 Writing Modern World
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ALL260 Australian Literature
(core unit) major sequence 1- 1 CREDIT POINT
ACP280 Major Performance Project: Page to Stage
(core unit) major sequence 2 – 2 CREDIT POINT
Literary Studies
Units
Level 1
The Stories We Tell: Inventing Selves and
ALL101
Others
From Horror to Romance: Genre and Its
ALL102
Obsessions
Level 2
ALL201 Love, Death and Poetry
ALL202 Writing Modern Worlds
ALL260 Australian Literature
ALL274 Supernatural Literature
Level 3
ALL372 Literatures of Hell and Heaven
ALL375 Shakespeare: Six Plays, Six Worlds
ALL376 Classics and Trash
ALL378 Literature and War
ALL381
Literary Ecologies: (Re)Imagining Our Place in
the World
Drama
Units
Level 1
ACP109
ACP177
Level 2
ACP205
ACP206
ACP280
Level 3
ACP323
ACP378
Improvisation: Principles in Action
Genre and Performance
Performance, Image, Site
Performance, Authenticity,
Adaption
Major Performance Project: Page to
Stage (2 credit points)
Out of the Box: Theatre in
Alternative Contexts
Out of the Ether: Devised Theatre (2
credit points)
Major study - students to select one of ACP205 or
ACP206
Note: The following unit may also be taken in addition
to the prescribed major sequence.
ACC317
Communication and Creative Arts
Internship A
YEAR 3
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ACC318
Communication and Creative Arts
Internship B
ALL372 Philosophies of Hell and Heaven
(core unit) major sequence 1- 1CREDIT POINT
ALL376 Classics and Trash
(core unit) major sequence 1-1 CREDIT POINT
ALL381 Literary Ecologies: (Re)Imagining Our Place in the
World (core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACP323 Out of the Box: Theatre in Alternative Contexts
(core unit) major sequence 2 -1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACP378 Out of the Ether: Devised Theatre
(core unit) major sequence 2-2-1 CREDIT POINT
Have you considered a language? Ask about doing a minor or major in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish – or enrol for one of the
language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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A300 BACHELOR OF ARTS (WITH MAJORS IN VISUAL COMMUNICATION
DESIGN AND VISUAL ARTS)
YEAR 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ACG103 Design Skills
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACG102 Design and Typography
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Visual Communication Design
Units
Level 1
ACG102 Design and Typography
Visual Arts
Units
Level 1
ACV101 Contemporary Art Practice: Body
ACV101 Contemporary Art Practice: Body
(core unit) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACV102 Contemporary Art Practice: Space
(core unit) major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACG103
Design Skills
ACV102
Contemporary Art Practice: Space
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Level 2
Level 2
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
YEAR 2
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ACG206 Web Design and Interactivity
ACG204 Design and Society
ACG204
ACG206
ACG207
ACG208
Design and Society
Web Design and Interactivity
Professional Practice in Design
Branding Design
ACV205
ACV206
ACV207
Contemporary Art Practice: Pluralism
Contemporary Art Practice: Abstraction
Fear and Loathing in the Visual Arts: Art
Since 1989
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACG207 Professional Practice in Design
(core unit) major sequence 1- 1 CREDIT POINT
ACV205 Contemporary Art Practice: Pluralism
(core unit) major sequences 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACG208 Branding Design
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACV206 Contemporary Art Practice: Abstraction
(core unit) major sequences 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Level 3
ACG305
ACG307
Design Practice
Global Design Strategies
ACV210 Integrated Practice 1
Level 3
ACV306 Artists' Books Studio (Final offering 2016)
ACV207 Fear and Loathing in the Visual Arts: Art Since 1989
(core unit) major sequences 2 - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACV307
ACV308
Contemporary Art Practice: Research
Contemporary Art Practice: Production (2
credit points)(Final offering 2017)
YEAR 3
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2
ACG305 Design Practice
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1CREDIT POINT
ACG307 Global Design Strategies
(core unit) major sequence 1 - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACV310 Integrated Practice 2 or ACV307 Contemporary Art
Practice: Research or ACV311 Visual Arts History and Theory
in the Expanded Field (core unit)major sequence 2 - 1 CREDIT
POINT
ACV312 Contemporary Art Practice: Production
(core unit) major sequence 2-1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
ACV310 Integrated Practice 2 (Commencing 2018)
ACV311 Visual Arts History and Theory in the Expanded
Field (Commencing 2018)
Note: The following units may be taken in addition to
the major sequence:
ACC317
ACC318
Communication and Creative Arts
Internship A
Communication and Creative Arts
Internship B
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Elective - 1 CREDIT POINT
Have you considered a language? Ask about doing a minor or major in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish – or enrol for one of the
language Diplomas alongside your BA. All languages are taught from beginner’s level.
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Year
2017 course information
Year
2017 course information
INFORMATION ABOUT OUR COURSES AND MAJORS
Course overview
A Deakin Bachelor of Arts degree offers
enormous flexibility, allowing you to keep
your career options open and design
your course around your interests and for
maximum employability.
All arts major sequences are taught as a
combination of practical and theoretical
learning, with many areas of study offering
work placements.
To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Arts,
students must complete 24 credit points as
follows:
Or
Campus
Cloud (online)
Duration
CRICOS course code
Deakin course code
Plus
• two major sequences of at least
8 credit points each. Majors must
comprise 2 credit points at level 1
and a minimum of 2 credit points at
level 3 (unless otherwise stated).
• one major of at least 8 credit points
and one minor of at least 4 credit
points cosisting of a minimum of 1
credit point at level one and no more
than 1 credit point at level 3**
• No more than 10 credit points of
units at level 1.
• A minimum of 4 credit points at level
3.
• Up to a maximum of 8 credit points
may be taken from outside the Arts
course grouped units.
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Yes
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
012762C
A300
The Faculty offters two units AIX160 Introduction to
University Study and AIX117 Professional Writing for
Work, that are specifically designed to ease the transition
into university study. New students are encouraged to
enrol in one or both of these units in their first year.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/bachelor-arts
You may also be
interested in the combined
Bachelor of Arts degrees:
A401 Bachelor of Arts - Advanced (Honours)
D303 Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary)
D311 Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
D312 Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
D313 Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Commerce
D391 Bachelor of Health Sciences/Bachelor
of Arts
Campus
Cloud (online)
Duration
CRICOS course code
Deakin course code
Course overview
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Yes
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
057849B
A329
Deakin’s Bachelor of Criminology provides a
comprehensive course of study in this growing academic
field. Deakin has one of the few dedicated criminology
courses in Australia, allowing us to offer a wide variety
of criminology topics. The degree provides a solid
educational foundation in the principles of criminological
thoughts and research that will enable graduates
to choose between seeking employment in related
industries and seeking to undertake further study.
Deakin’s criminology program involves broad fields of
study with students covering a considerable breadth
and depth of crime and criminal justice issues, as well
as specialisation in areas such as victimology, media,
terrorism, crime prevention, security and surveillance.
You will have the opportunity to complete the
Criminology Practicum in your final year of study,
a unit that brings the professions to the classroom
(including online via the ‘cloud’) with practitioner-driven
seminars, activities bridging theory and practice, and
the development of an e-portfolio that can be used for
employment or career development.
The course aims to produce graduates with the ability to
engage in debates concerning crime and justice issues,
matters that are part of everyday life, and practical
knowledge and skills in an engaging field of study with
diverse career prospects.
In line with Deakin’s commitment to providing flexible
study options, you can choose to study the Bachelor of
Criminology full time or part time. All subjects provide
considerable online activities. You will also have the
opportunity to significantly fast-track your studies,
completing the Bachelor of Criminology in just two years
by making the most of Deakin’s trimester system.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/bachelor-criminology
You may also be
interested in the combined
Bachelor of Criminology degrees:
D329 Bachelor of Forensic Science/Bachelor of
Criminology
D335 Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Laws
D380 Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Cyber Security
D390 Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of
Psychological Science
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BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Year
Campus
Cloud (online)
Duration
Deakin course code
Course overview
2017 course information
The Bachelor of International Studies is a course for
students seeking an international orientation, with
a commitment to a period of study at an overseas
university, internship at an international organisation or
participation in an in-country language program.
You will learn a range of skills in analysis and
interpretation of the international forces shaping
government, business and community life in
contemporary Australia. You will also develop a
systematic understanding of other countries and
societies, as well as cross-cultural competencies, through
an internationally oriented curriculum.
You can study major sequences in Anthropology, Arabic,
Chinese, Indonesian, International Relations, Language
and Culture Studies, Middle East Studies, Politics and
Policy Studies or Spanish.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/bachelor-international-studies
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Yes
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
A326
You may also be
interested in the combined
International Studies degrees:
D323 Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of International
Studies
D338 Bachelor of International Studies/Bachelor of
Commerce
BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
(GLOBAL SCHOLAR)
Year
Campus
Cloud (online)
Duration
Deakin course code
Course overview
2017 course information
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Yes
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
A306
This interdisciplinary course is designed for high
achieving students who want to combine study and
travel and proactively build a global career from the very
start of their studies. Students will develop intercultural
competencies, transversal skills and gain important skills
of analysis, critical thinking and reflection, all of which
are essential for effective personal and professional
operation in international environments.
The course follows the same unit structure as the
existing Bachelor of International Studies (A326) of 6
core units, a choice of a major sequence, second major,
minor or elective study options, but requires a higher
level of international activity and engagement: students
must complete at least 4 credit points of international
experience, which is supported through the award of a
$3000 scholarship. Students must maintain a Distinction
average and have Course Director approval for the
proposed international experience. The extended 4
credit point minimum for the international experience
requirement and mandatory completion of an internship
and Global Citizenship Program will significantly enhance
students’ study experience and help ensure that they are
in the strongest possible position to pursue their chosen
career path after graduation.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/bachelor-international-studies-global-scholar
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LANGUAGE DIPLOMAS
Year
Campus
Cloud (online)
Duration
Deakin course code
Diploma of Arabic
2017 course information
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Arabic - Yes, Chinese - No, Indonesian - Yes, Spanish - Yes
3 years part-time
Whether you’re brushing up or starting from scratch
with a whole new language, Deakin’s Diploma of Arabic
is designed to sharpen your language skills and deepen
your cultural understanding. It’s a great complement to
your studies in any discipline, plus you’ll gain a global
perspective and boost your employability.
You’ll gain fluency by developing skills in grammar,
vocabulary and sentence structure through
participation in activities across a range of topics. You’ll
also get the chance to learn about various cultural,
sociolinguistic and sociocultural considerations relevant
to the language that you choose to study.
A diploma in Arabic will give you a competitive
advantage for roles in business, diplomacy, foreign
policy and international development. You’ll graduate
with competency in the language, and ready for a range
of local and international careers.
An optional Arabic in-country study program means
you can also immerse yourself in international cultures,
practising the language with native speakers of Arabic
in its natural and authentic environment. The eightweek
study program is held in Oman or Abo Dhabi,
giving you the opportunity to develop practical
language skills and to learn about the culture and way
of life in the host country.
Diploma of Chinese
Whether you’re brushing up or starting from scratch
with a whole new language, Deakin’s Diploma of
Chinese is designed to sharpen your language skills
and deepen your cultural understanding. It’s a great
complement to your studies in any discipline, plus you’ll
gain a global perspective and boost your employability.
You’ll gain fluency by developing skills in grammar,
vocabulary and sentence structure through
participation in activities across a range of topics. You’ll
also get the chance to learn about various cultural,
A221 Diploma of Arabic, A222 Diploma of Chinese, A223 Diploma of Indonesian,
A224 Diploma of Spanish
sociolinguistic and sociocultural considerations relevant
to the language that you choose to study.
A diploma in Chinese will give you a competitive
advantage for roles in business, diplomacy, foreign policy
and international development. You’ll graduate with
competency in the language, and ready for a range of
local and international careers.
An optional in-country language program means that
you have the opportunity to spend between six and
eight weeks studying language and culture in its own
environment. This will enable you to converse, read
and write about more complex topics and to discuss
ideas and information. You will also build upon your
knowledge of grammar based on what you have learned
previously.
Diploma of Indonesian
Whether you’re brushing up or starting from scratch with
a whole new language, Deakin’s Diploma of Indonesian
is designed to sharpen your language skills and deepen
your cultural understanding. It’s a great complement to
your studies in any discipline, plus you’ll gain a global
perspective and boost your employability.
You’ll gain fluency by developing skills in grammar,
vocabulary and sentence structure through participation
in activities across a range of topics. You’ll also get the
chance to learn about various cultural, sociolinguistic
and sociocultural considerations relevant to the language
that you choose to study.
A diploma in Indonesian will give you a competitive
advantage for roles in business, diplomacy, foreign policy
and international development. You’ll graduate with
competency in the language, and ready for a range of
local and international careers.
An optional in-country language program means that
you have the opportunity to spend between six and
eight weeks studying language and culture in its own
environment. This will enable you to converse, read
and write about more complex topics and to discuss
ideas and information. You will also build upon your
knowledge of grammar based on what you have learned
previously.
Diploma of Spanish
Whether you’re brushing up or starting from scratch with
a whole new language, Deakin’s Diploma of Spanish is
designed to sharpen your language skills and deepen
your cultural understanding. It’s a great complement to
your studies in any discipline, plus you’ll gain a global
perspective and boost your employability.
Through the Diploma of Spanish, you’ll gain fluency in
Spanish by developing an understanding of grammatical
structures and lexical fields through a communicative
approach, and by developing skills through guided
activities that target listening, speaking, reading and
writing competencies. The completion of six languageacquisition
units ensures a high level of proficiency in the
target language. In addition, through two thematic units,
you’ll develop a nuanced understanding of the cultural,
historical, sociolinguistic and political dimensions of the
societies and cultures that make up the Spanish-speaking
world.
With over 400 million Spanish speakers across more
than twenty countries, the Diploma of Spanish places
graduates at a competitive advantage for roles in
business, diplomacy, education, journalism, foreign
policy and international development. You’ll graduate
with competency in Spanish (B1/B2 CEFRL) and ready for
a range of local and international careers.
An optional in-country study program means you
can also immerse yourself in international cultures,
practicing the language with native speakers in its natural
environment. The six-week intensive study program held
in Lima (PUCP, Peru) gives you the chance to develop
practical language skills and to immerse yourself in the
culture and way of life of your host country. The Spanish
in-country program includes guided visits to sites of
interest, as well as a visit to the pre-Colombian Incan
citadel of Machu Picchu.
Language Diplomas are studied alongside your
Bachelor’s degree, giving you an additional skill set and a
competitive edge.
You may also be interested in
the combined Language degrees:
D317 Bachelor of Arts- Chinese/Bachelor of
Commerce
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BACHELOR OF ARTS/MASTER OF ARTS
(INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS)
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ADVANCED
(HONOURS)
Year
2017 course information
Year
2017 course information
Campus
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Campus
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Cloud (online)
Yes
Cloud (online)
Yes
Duration
4.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Duration
4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Deakin course code
D305
Deakin course code
A401
Course overview
Course overview
The Bachelor of Arts / Master of Arts (International
Relations) aims to produce graduates who are able to
demonstrate high level skills of theoretical and empirical
analysis and interpretation of global issues and events.
In addition, the course will give students a substantial
understanding of the complexities of contemporary
international relations.
Our course is unique, providing students with the
knowledge to examine key contemporary issues in a
global context. Students gain skills in policy analysis
and develop a systematic understanding of the threats
to peace and security, and the global forces shaping
political, social and economic life.
The program also offers study abroad and internship
programs, giving students the opportunity to gain
international and professional experience.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.
edu.au/course/bachelor-arts-master-arts-internationalrelations
High performing students will be attracted to Deakin’s
Bachelor of Arts - Advanced (Honours) as it allows them
to enrol immediately in a four-year Honours degree.
The Bachelor of Arts – Advanced (Honours) provides an
advanced level of knowledge in a particular disciplinary
area. It gives students the opportunity to develop
and apply skills of critical and systematic thinking; an
imaginative understanding of and appreciation for
the theory and practice of the social sciences, the
humanities, and the arts; enhanced cultural sensitivity
and understanding through genuine reciprocity of values;
skills and knowledge relevant to employment in an
international workforce; and familiarity with the use and
importance of technology in learning and employment.
Completion of Honours denotes that a student can
undertake an independent research of quality, and for
some, it can be the start of further study such as PhD.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/bachelor-arts-advanced-honours
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BEYOND YOUR BACHELOR OF ARTS
The aim of this booklet has been to provide you with information on the range of disciplines you can
study whilst completing your Bachelor of Arts. The choices are huge, and over the course of your study,
the flexibility the BA provides will allow you to find your passion. Hopefully this passion will continue
into your future career.
While you are just at the start of your university study, and all of the options you have in front of you
may be daunting, I would encourage you to also keep your eye on the future – if just a little bit. I hope
that the experiences you gain in completing your BA will awaken your curiosity and make you life-long
learners. For many of you, the BA will be just the first of a number of qualifications you earn over the
course of your life!
As you start your study at Deakin, it is valuable to be aware of some of the options you have when
you complete your degree. Some of you may wish to delve further into a particular discipline and so
may be interested in completing a fourth year of study – allowing you to graduate with a BA (Honours)
degree. Others may decide that postgraduate qualifications in Politics and Policy, International Relations,
Communication, Creative Arts, Writing and Literature, International and Community Development,
Humanitarian Assistance or Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies may help you acquire the job you
dream about. All these areas of study are also available at Deakin – plus a whole lot more!
So as you begin your studies, keep in mind that choices and opportunities also exist in the future.
Good luck with your studies and congratulations for choosing to study the BA at Deakin University.
COURSE SUMMARY FOR CURRENT STUDENTS
BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS)
Year
Campus
Cloud (online)
Duration
CRICOS course code
Deakin course code
Course overview
This course gives high-achieving Bachelor of
Arts graduates the opportunity to undertake
advanced study in their chosen discipline.
As a student, you’ll undertake both coursework
and a substantial research project (thesis)
under the supervision of an academic with a
professional research record. Conducting your
own research will allow you to focus on an
area of particular interest to you, and give you
the opportunity to contribute to wider debates
within your discipline.
The skills you will acquire in a Bachelor of Arts
(Honours) will enhance your future career
prospects in a broad range of occupations.
Furthermore, undertaking honours will provide
you with a new level of intellectual stimulation
and personal enrichment.
The research training that Bachelor of Arts
(Honours) graduates receive makes them
eligible to apply for entry to masters and
doctoral research programs.
Course structure
2017 course information
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) course
requires the completion of 8 credit points of
study at level 4. Half of that requirement is
met through coursework, which may include
directed reading and/or enrolment in course
work units, and half is satisfied through a
research project (thesis or dissertation) of
14000/16000 words. Where creative works
form a significant part of the assessment, they
must be accompanied by an exegesis of at
least 6000 words, depending on the discipline
area. There are no attendance requirements
for Cloud (online) enrolled students, although
regular consultation with an appointed thesis
supervisor is required.
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Yes
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
001816G
A400
Discipline sequences
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers
the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in the following
disciplines:
Anthropology, Criminology, History, Sociology,
International Relations, Politics and Policy Studies,
Philosophy, Language, Middle East Studies, and
Australian Studies.
Notes:
(i) Anthropology, Australian Studies, Criminology,
History, International Relations, Languages, Middle
East Studies, Politics and Policy Studies, Philosophy
and Sociology are all offered at Burwood (Melbourne),
Waurn Ponds (Geelong) and Cloud (online).
The School of Communication and Creative Arts
offers the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in the following
disciplines:
Children’s Literature, Literary Studies, and Professional
and Creative Writing.
Visit the following web page for more information
about the course rules and structure: http://www.
deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-arts-honours
‘My job requires high standards
of research and writing, flexibility,
adaptability and an understanding of
the current issues facing the criminal
justice system - skills that were fostered
and developed during my honours year.’
BODEAN HEDWARDS
Honours Graduate
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BACHELOR OF ARTS - ADVANCED
(HONOURS)
MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Year
2017 course information
Year
2017 course information
Campus
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Campus
This course is only offered in Cloud (online) mode
Cloud (online)
Yes
Cloud (online)
Yes
Duration
4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Duration
1-2 years full-time or part-time equivalent depending on your entry point
Deakin course code
A401
Deakin course code
A727
Course overview
Course overview
High performing students will be attracted to Deakin’s
Bachelor of Arts - Advanced (Honours) as it allows them
to enrol immediately in a four-year Honours degree.
The Bachelor of Arts – Advanced (Honours) provides an
advanced level of knowledge in a particular disciplinary
area. It gives students the opportunity to develop
and apply skills of critical and systematic thinking; an
imaginative understanding of and appreciation for
the theory and practice of the social sciences, the
humanities, and the arts; enhanced cultural sensitivity
and understanding through genuine reciprocity of values;
skills and knowledge relevant to employment in an
international workforce; and familiarity with the use and
importance of technology in learning and employment.
Completion of Honours denotes that a student can
undertake an independent research of quality, and for
some, it can be the start of further study such as PhD.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/bachelor-arts-advanced-honours
Get the expertise to respond to challenges of poverty,
disempowerment and wider development aspirations in
creative, effective and culturally-sensitive ways.
Good development promotes justice, reduces poverty
and builds environments for people to lead sustainable,
productive and fulfilling lives.
Development programs and project work for poverty
reduction and social cohesion are major areas of
professional employment. You can focus your studies on
countries undergoing the development process or on
communities within Australia.
Deakin’s Master of International and Community
Development provides you with analytical skills to
understand the contexts of development programs as
well as practical skills. These skills help you formulate,
resource, implement, and evaluate international and
community development projects.
As part of this course, you’ll be required to undertake
research in a relevant area. You’ll also develop a good
balance of theoretical knowledge and practical skills
to allow you to undertake projects that benefit the
communities in which you work.
Core Units and Streams
Students complete one core unit (1 credit point), plus
one of three streams (2 credit points or 4 credit points),
plus one of three research options (2 credit points, 4
credit points or 6 credit points) plus electives to a total of
16 credit points.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.
edu.au/course/master-international-and-communitydevelopment
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MASTER OF ARTS (INTERNATIONAL
RELATIONS)
BACHELOR OF ARTS/MASTER OF ARTS
(INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS)
Year
2017 course information
Year
2017 course information
Campus
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Campus
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Cloud (online)
Yes
Cloud (online)
Yes
Duration
1-2 years full-time or part-time equivalent depending on your entry point
Duration
4.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Deakin course code
A723
Deakin course code
D305
Course overview
Option 1
Course overview
Get high-level skills in theoretical and empirical analysis
to interpret global issues.
This course is ideal if you work in public service, the
private sector or for a small business, as you’ll learn how
international forces shape your environment.
You’ll develop skills in policy analysis, get a systematic
understanding of the threats to peace and security, and
global forces shaping political, social and economic life.
The Master of Arts (International Relations) aims to
produce graduates who are able to demonstrate highlevel
skills of theoretical and empirical analysis and
interpret global issues and events. This course will give
you a substantial understanding of the complexities of
contemporary international relations.
You’ll examine key contemporary issues and
developments around the world, particularly in the
Asia Pacific region. The program also offers optional
postgraduate internships, giving you the opportunity to
get experience overseas.
Course rules
To be awarded a Master of Arts (International Relations)
a student must successfully complete 16 credit points
comprising:
• 6 core units
• 10 credit points of study combining research
and elective units in one of the following
configurations:
• 6 credit points of research project units (AIX706;
AIX707 or AIX708; AIX702 (2cps); AIX703 (2cps))
• 4 credit points of electives chosen from the
specialisations or general electives
Option 2
• 4 credit points of research units (AIX704; AIX705;
AIX706; AIX707 or AIX708)
• 6 credit points of electives chosen from the
specialisations or general electives
Option 3
• 2 credit point of research units (AIX701 and
AIX706)
• 8 credit points of electives chosen from the
specialisations or general electives
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/master-arts-international-relations
The Bachelor of Arts / Master of Arts (International
Relations) aims to produce graduates who are able to
demonstrate high level skills of theoretical and empirical
analysis and interpretation of global issues and events.
In addition, the course will give students a substantial
understanding of the complexities of contemporary
international relations.
Our course is unique, providing students with the
knowledge to examine key contemporary issues in a
global context. Students gain skills in policy analysis
and develop a systematic understanding of the threats
to peace and security, and the global forces shaping
political, social and economic life.
The program also offers study abroad and internship
programs, giving students the opportunity to gain
international and professional experience.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.
edu.au/course/bachelor-arts-master-arts-internationalrelations
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GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PROFESSIONAL
POLITICAL PRACTICE
Year
2017 course information
MASTER OF POLITICS AND POLICY
Year
2017 course information
Campus
This course is only offered in Cloud (online) mode
Campus
This course is only offered in Cloud (online) mode
Cloud (online)
Yes
Cloud (online)
Yes
Duration
1-2 years full-time or part-time equivalent depending on your entry point
Duration
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Deakin course code
A729
Deakin course code
A617
Course overview
configurations:
Course overview
If the idea of a career in politics excites you, then the
Graduate Diploma of Professional Political Practice
is your gateway to challenging and engaging political
advisory roles.
The course is a skills-based, highly targeted course
designed to qualify you for professional and highly skilled
work as a political advisor. You’ll be helping ministers and
other political figures carry out their various political,
policy and media functions.
The course explores the parliamentary system and
functions of parliament, the nature of diverse ideologies
and how to bring about positive change in the world.
Case studies and comparison of Australian practices
with those of other countries are used to help in critical
reflection on processes and outcomes.
You will gain a rigorous theoretical grounding in politics,
plus a suite of practical skills that will help you to
understand, and effectively contribute to our political
system.
Your studies will introduce you to analytical tools in
political contexts, and theoretical discussions of public
policy will be grounded in a number of case studies
relating to taxation, industry policy, industrial relations,
social policy, gender and the environment.
processes, how the media shape public opinion and the
policy agenda, and the role of modern communication
technologies.
Career opportunities for graduates exist in the following
areas: local councils, public service departments and
statutory authorities, state and federal parliaments,
small business to multinational corporations, policy
researchers in NGOs including overseas aid organisations,
policy consultants, and roles working in political parties
and electoral offices.
The course is a pathway for further learning, progressing
into Deakin University’s Master of Politics and Policy.
Course rules
To qualify for the award of Graduate Diploma of
Professional Political Practice, a student must
successfully complete 8 credit points of compulsory core
units.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/graduate-diploma-professional-politicalpractice
This course focuses on the development, implementation
and politics of public policy.
Explore our role as citizens in the Australian community,
the nature of diverse ideologies and the close relations
between government, the private sector and community
organisations.
The focus on democratic governance within
contemporary contexts characterised by rapid change
and globalisation distinguishes this course from
traditional public policy studies.
The Master of Politics and Policy emphasises a dual focus
on politics and public policy and offers a wide range of
core units and elective units to appeal to public sector,
business, NGO and community sector managers and
leaders, and those wishing to acquire new skills.
Core units explore public policy analysis frameworks, the
development and implementation of public policy under
conditions of democratic governance, governance and
accountability, skills building in evaluation, and corporate
social responsibility.
You’ll undertake practical training focused on the
relations between government, the private sector and
community organisations, and between different levels
of government.
Option 1: Dissertation
• 2 credit points of research training (AIX706, plus
one of AIX707 or AIX708)
• 4 credit points of research project (AIX702,
AIX703)
• 6 credit points of electives
Option 2: Research Paper
• 2 credit points of research training (AIX706, plus
one of AIX707 or AIX708)
• 2 credit points of independent research project
(AIX704, AIX705)
• 8 credit points of electives
Option 3: Research Project
• 1 credit point of research training (AIX706)
• 1 credit point independent research project
(AIX701)
• 10 credit points of electives
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/master-politics-and-policy
You will learn about accountability in governance while
exploring ways of responding effectively, imaginatively
and ethically to these demands. You will also explore the
nature of democracy, the challenges facing democracy
today, and challenge your own assumptions about
democracy in the West and elsewhere.
Other areas studied include intergovernmental
relations, managing public expenditure, federal budget
Course rules
To qualify for the award of Master of Politics and Policy,
a student must successfully complete 16 credit points of
study comprising:
• 4 credit points of compulsory core units; and
• 12 credit points of study combining research
and elective units in one of the following
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GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF DEVELOPMENT
AND HUMANITARIAN ACTION
MASTER OF HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE
Year
2017 course information
Year
2017 course information
Campus
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Campus
Cloud (online)
Cloud (online)
Yes
Cloud (online)
Yes
Duration
1-2 years full-time or part-time equivalent depending on your entry point
Duration
0.5 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Deakin course code
A757
Deakin course code
Course overview
A505
Natural disasters, poverty, injustice, conflict. All around
the world, the environment in which development and
humanitarian workers find themselves is more complex
and diverse than ever.
This course – developed in association with Save the
Children – builds a unique, global platform where
development & humanitarian practitioners and
academics can share knowledge and experience,
with a focus on improving leadership, preparedness
and response capacities to national and international
emergencies and developmental issues.
Deakin’s Graduate Certificate of Development and
Humanitarian Action provides you with the analytical
skills needed to understand the contexts of development
and humanitarian programs as well as practical skills to
apply in the field.
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.
edu.au/course/graduate-certificate-developmenthumanitarian-action
Course overview
If you’re working in or wishing to work in the
humanitarian sector, kick-start your career with an
industry-relevant, formal qualification.
The current environment in which humanitarian workers
find themselves is more complex and diverse than
ever. Conflicts are increasingly complicated and natural
disasters are escalating in number and intensity. These
often occur in regions already struggling with socioeconomic
and political constraints and fragility.
This course in humanitarian assistance is strategically
positioned as the first course of its kind in the Asia-Pacific
region. It builds a unique platform where humanitarian
practitioners and academics can share knowledge and
experience, with a focus on improving leadership,
preparedness and response capacities to national and
international emergencies.
Combining theory and practice, the course is delivered
using both Deakin’s interactive online study and
intensive, located learning practice-based units. Coupled
with action-based research in the sector this course
enables you to be an effective and highly-skilled worker,
both in Australia and internationally.
You will also be able to capitalise on Deakin’s strong
partnerships with relevant international non-government
organisations (NGOs), United Nations agencies, other
locally-based NGOs, government agencies such as
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and other
relevant stakeholders in the sector.
Course rules
To qualify for the Master of Humanitarian Assistance,
students must successfully complete 16 credit points of
study comprising:
• 6 credit points of core units; and
• 10 credit points of study as a combination of
research and elective units in one of the
following three configurations.
Option 1: Dissertation
• 2 credit points of research training (AIX706
Research Design, plus one of AIX707 Qualitative
Research or AIX708 Quantitative Research)
• 4 credit points independent research writing
(AIX702, AIX703)
• 4 credit points of electives
Option 2: Research Paper
• 2 credit points of research training (AIX706
Research Design, plus one of AIX707 Qualitative
Research or AIX708 Quantitative Research)
• 2 credit points of independent research writing
(AIX704 Research Paper A and AIX705 Research
Paper B)
• 6 credit points of electives
Option 3: Research Project
• 1 credit point research training (AIX706 Research
Design)
• 1 credit point independent research writing
(AIX701 Research Project)
• 8 credit points of electives
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/master-humanitarian-assistance
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MASTER OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
Year
Campus
Cloud (online)
Duration
CRICOS course code
Deakin course code
Course overview
2017 course information
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Yes
1-22 years full-time or part-time equivalent depending on your entry point
084543G
A787
Develop the knowledge, research skills and practical
experience to make a difference in the cultural heritage
sector. Whether you want to work with collections,
manage a museum or heritage site, or protect and
interpret significant sites, landscapes or intangible
cultural heritage, specific pathways through the Masters
mean you can create a program that is right for you.
Through this program, you’ll develop an extensive, crossdisciplinary
knowledge of heritage principles and practice
across many disciplines.
Whether you’re a mid-career professional consolidating
your practical experience, looking for a change in career,
or a recent graduate who’d like to work in museums
or heritage organisations, Deakin’s Master in Cultural
Heritage provides a pathway into employment in this
diverse and exciting field.
Course rules
To qualify for the Master of Cultural Heritage, a student
must successfully complete 16 credit points of study
comprising:
• 6 core units
• 10 credit points of study combining research
and elective units in one of the following
configurations:
Option 1: Dissertation
• 4 credit point of Cultural Heritage and Museum
Studies electives
Option 2: Research Paper
• 2 credit points of research training (AIX706, plus
one of AIX707 or AIX708)
• 2 credit point independent research project
(AIX704 and AIX705)
• 6 credit points of Cultural Heritage and Museum
Studies electives
Option 3: Research Project
• 1 credit point research training (AIX706)
• 8 credit points of Cultural Heritage and Museum
Studies electives
• 1 credit point independent research project
(AIX701)
Visit the following web page for more information about
the course rules and structure: http://www.deakin.edu.
au/course/master-cultural-heritage
You may also be interested in:
A529 Graduate Certificate of Museum Studies
A629 Graduate Diploma of Museum Studies
FURTHER INFORMATION AND CONTACTS
UNDERGRADUATE INFORMATION BROCHURE 2017
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
School of Communication and Creative Arts
Welcome to our schools, which are both located in the Faculty of Arts and Education. We have campuses
at Burwood, Geelong and Warrnambool.
Your journey will not stop at undergraduate level! Please visit our home-pages to discover more about
our postgraduate courses.
Search our pages for information about higher degrees by research and you will find a diverse range of
discipline areas and an impressive range of academics who are experts in their fields of study.
You will be able to download a copy of this information brochure on our websites soon after Orientation.
Contact Us:
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Email: admin-shss@deakin.edu.au
(School of Humanities and Social Sciences)
Website: http://www.deakin.edu.au/humanities-social-sciences
School of Communication and Creative Arts
Email: admin-scca@deakin.edu.au
(School of Communication and Creative Arts)
Website: www.deakin.edu.au/communication-creative-arts
Arts and Education Student Services
For course advice and assistance contact Arts/Ed Student Services office email artsed@deakin.edu.au
Information is correct at time of publication, February 2017.
• 2 credit points of research training (AIX706
Research Design, plus one of AIX707 Qualitative
Research or AIX708 Quantitative Research)
• 4 credit point independent research project
(AIX702, AIX703)
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