Course Overview

About This Course

This double degree is designed for students whose interests span the Arts and Business. Study in the Bachelor of Arts component is designed to develop attributes increasingly demanded by employers including communication and personal skills, creativity and a capacity for independent thought, adaptability to new situations, and problem-solving skills. There is a wide choice of 11 majors in the Arts. When combined with high level of knowledge from the specific Business majors, you will be ready for the workplace of the future.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Parramatta South Campus, Western Sydney University, Parramatta, NSWBankstown City Campus, Western Sydney University, Bankstown, NSWParramatta South Campus, Western Sydney University, Parramatta South, NSWBankstownParramatta

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

UAC code for Parramatta South: 720605
UAC code for Bankstown City: 720660
Indicative annual domestic student fee from $11,885

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries, including: Advertising, Banking, Business and commerce, Communications and media, Retail Management, Writing and Publishing.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What majors can I choose from in the Bachelor of Arts component?

There is a wide choice of 11 majors in the Arts component, including Anthropology, Arabic, Chinese, Creative Writing, Criminology, Cultural and Social Analysis, English, Geography and Urban Studies, Heritage and Tourism, History and Political Thought, Indigenous Australian Studies, Indonesian, International English, International Relations, Islamic Studies, Japanese, Linguistics, Musicology, Music Performance, Peace and Development Studies, Philosophy, Psychological Studies, and Sociology.

What Business majors are available in this double degree?

The Business component offers majors in Applied Finance, Economics, International Business, Marketing, Sport Management, Human Resource Management, and Management.

Is the School of Business accredited?

Yes, the School of Business has been awarded AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accreditation for its excellence in business education.

Where can I study the Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Business?

The Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Business is available at two campus locations: Parramatta South (UAC 720605) and Bankstown City (UAC 720660).

How long does the Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Business take to complete?

The program takes 4 years to complete on a full-time basis, and is also available part time. The next start dates are 20 July 2026, 01 March 2027, and 19 July 2027.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $74,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $74,000 to $90,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $90,000 to $115,000 per year

Career Paths

Policy Analyst / Policy OfficerCommunications Officer / ManagerPublic Relations SpecialistContent Writer / CopywriterJournalist / Reporter

Key Skills

Critical thinking and analytical reasoningPersuasive written and oral communicationResearch design and qualitative/quantitative research methodsIntercultural awareness and cross-cultural communicationEthical reasoning and moral philosophy

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