Course Overview

About This Course

At its core, the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation focuses on close reading, peer dialogue, and sustained engagement with great works in small group settings. Students will engage directly with major works of art, literature, philosophy, politics, religion and science, from across the ages – studied in live conversation with one another. The degree embeds a Liberal Arts Major, which centres on perennial questions about truth, knowledge, virtue, the self, and what it means to lead a good life. Class conversations will respond to contemporary challenges – such as how to address those questions in a post-truth era shaped by the rise of generative AI. This degree cultivates clear thinking and the willingness to revise your views. You will learn to argue without evasion, to read without reduction, and to think without outsourcing judgment. You will learn how to think, not what to think. This is a course for the intellectually courageous – for those who want to be tested by serious ideas and take part in deep conversations that matter.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Assumed Knowledge: any two units of English
Recommended Studies: English Advanced and History Extension
Minimum Selection Rank (ATAR-SR): 85
Minimum International Baccalaureate Admissions Score (IBAS): 32.75
Other accepted high-school qualifications: GCE A-Levels, New Zealand NCEA Level 3, overseas senior secondary qualifications comparable to Australian qualifications
Higher Education Study: at least one year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) at a bachelor's degree level or higher; grades will be converted to a selection rank
Work and life experience: admission is primarily based on academic qualifications; work or life experience is generally not considered
Adjustment factors (e.g. subjects studied, school location, equity and access schemes) may increase your Selection Rank

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Archiving and Librarianship, Art & Design, Arts, Business Development & Administration, Community & Social Services, Consultancy, Diplomacy, Education, Entrepreneurship, Government Policy, Healthcare Policy & Management, Heritage Specialist, Historian, Human Resources, Information Technology & Design, Journalism, Social Policy, Translation & Interpreting, Legal Work, Marketing & Advertising, Media & Publishing, Politics, Production and Management, Tourism and Hospitality, Writing

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What majors are available as the second major in the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation?

Students are required to complete the Liberal Arts major alongside a second major of their choice. Available second majors (all on campus at Wollongong) include: Creative Writing, English Literatures, Global Sustainable Development, History, Indigenous Studies, International Relations, Philosophy, Politics, and Sociology.

Is there a scholarship available for the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation, and how much is it worth?

Yes. The Ramsay Centre for Western Civilisation has generously donated funding for scholarship opportunities with a value of up to $20,000 per annum for up to three (3) years. Applications for the 2027 Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation and the associated UOW Ramsay Scholarship will open on 15 June, 2026. Scholarship recipients will enjoy access to a dedicated study lounge, small class sizes, academic mentoring and an opportunity to engage in a bespoke scholarly experience.

Can I study the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation as a double degree?

Yes. You can study the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation as a double degree combination with: Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of International Studies, or Bachelor of Creative Arts.

What is the minimum ATAR (Selection Rank) required to gain entry into this course?

The minimum score for guaranteed entry (or for consideration if this course has limited places) is a Selection Rank of 85. Your Selection Rank is your ATAR or IB Combined Rank plus any adjustments you are eligible to receive. The minimum International Baccalaureate Admissions Score (IBAS) is 32.75.

Are Commonwealth Supported Places available for this course?

Yes, Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available for eligible domestic students. Australian government funding will contribute towards your tuition fees, with the remaining proportion — known as a student contribution — depending on when you begin study (enrolment year) and your study area.

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