Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
Course Overview
About This Course
Some courses in this program are scheduled to be offered at the Treasury Building at our Brisbane City campus in 2027. If scheduled opening is delayed, courses may be delivered all or in part at our other Brisbane locations.
Double your opportunities with a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business to blend creativity, strategy and impact. This powerful combination builds the skills to think critically, communicate effectively and make strategic decisions in an evolving global economy.
In the Bachelor of Arts you'll explore culture, media, history and society, developing creativity, communication and analytical thinking. In the Bachelor of Business, you'll gain practical experience and the tools to lead, innovate and create sustainable solutions in modern organisations. Together, these degrees open opportunities for diverse and rewarding career paths, where creative thinking meets practical business strategy.
Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
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Graduate with two degrees in just four years, opening doors to global career options.
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Build versatile skills in business strategy, communication, leadership and problem-solving.
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Gain hands-on experience through an 80-hour industry internship and real projects with industry partners.
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Learn from experts contributing to the future of business, culture and society.
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Explore how ideas, media and culture influence global business and social challenges and graduate ready for the modern workplace with a focus on ethical leadership, sustainability and innovation.
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Brisbane
Level 8, 333 Ann Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000
Student Information
Fees & Entry by Student Type
Provider's Published Fee
Duration
Intakes
Study Mode
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
Domestic students:
- Prerequisites: NIL (no specific prerequisite subjects)
- Assumed knowledge: Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3 and 4, C).
- Assumed knowledge: Any two units of English (Band 3).
- Recent adjusted ATAR/Rank (indicative, varies by campus and year): 63
- English language: IELTS (Academic) overall band 6.5 or equivalent, for applicants whose prior study was not in English
International students:
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on International English Language Testing System (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
- OR an overall score of 79 in the internet-based (iBT) Test of English as a Foreign Language with no sub-score less than 19 (applies to tests taken prior to 21 January 2026)
- OR an overall score of 4 in the internet-based (iBT) Test of English as a Foreign Language with a minimum score of 4 in each of the listening, reading, and writing skills, and a minimum score of 3.5 in speaking skills (applies to tests taken on or after 21 January 2026)
- OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the International Second Language Proficiency Rating (conducted by International Second Language Proficiency Rating Language Services only)
- OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency
- OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50 (applies to tests taken prior to 7 August 2025)
- OR an overall score of 55 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 47 (applies to tests taken on or after 7 August 2025)
- OR an overall score of 70 in the LanguageCert Academic
- OR an overall score of 59 in the Michigan English Test (MET)
- CRICOS-registered course - international students must hold a valid student visa
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
- This double degree gives you the flexibility to build a career across industries, where creativity meets commercial insight.
- With expertise in both business and the arts, you'll be ready to take on roles in communication, management, government, international relations and beyond.
- You'll graduate with the knowledge, confidence and adaptability to succeed in diverse industries and may pursue careers in:
- advertising, marketing or communications
- policy analysis
- consultancy in business, trade, government or not-for-profit sectors
- human resources or recruitment
- public relations or media
- journalism, editing or publishing
- language translation
- events and tourism
- community engagement
- theatre or performing arts
- cultural development
- social media
- research.
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCommon Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What two fields of study does this dual qualification cover?
The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business covers two fields: Society and Culture (broad field 09) for the Arts qualification, and Business and Management specifically Business Management (broad field 08) for the Business qualification.
How long does the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business take to complete?
The course has a duration of 208 weeks, which is equivalent to approximately four years of full-time study.
What is the estimated total cost of the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business for international students?
The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$150,017, comprising AU$146,000 in tuition fees and AU$4,017 in non-tuition fees.
Does this course include a work component?
Yes, the course includes a work component of approximately 6.20 hours per week over 12 weeks, totalling 74 hours of work-integrated learning.
At which campuses is the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business available?
The course is available at two Griffith University campuses in Queensland: the Brisbane South (Nathan) campus and the Gold Coast campus, both of which are owned and operated by the provider.
Application
How to Apply
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Step 02
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Step 03
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