Course Overview

About This Course

Equip yourself for the challenges of the 21st century with our combined bachelor's degree in Human Rights and Arts. You'll graduate with two degrees in just four years, a Bachelor of Human Rights where you will take a defined study plan and a Bachelor of Arts where you'll choose a major from a wide range of options. UWA is the only university in Western Australia that affords undergraduate students the opportunity to undertake a full program of study in human rights. Combining this with the Arts will equip you to think holistically, developing an enhanced awareness of relationships – with oneself, others and the world. You'll graduate with two qualifications in four years. If you decide either degree isn't right for you, you can exit one and complete the other. Human Rights provides an understanding about real-world human rights challenges from a wide range of disciplinary perspectives. The Bachelor of Human Rights will give you the capacity to approach complex social and political problems from a range of perspectives. Combine this with a Bachelor of Arts where you will cultivate your passions while developing transferable skills that are essential in every industry and can never be automated – they'll set you apart from the competition and prepare you for a future-proof career.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Perth campusCRAWLEY

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Achieve a minimum ATAR of 85 or equivalent
Demonstrate English language competence
Satisfying any prerequisites for your preferred majors (refer to individual major descriptions for prerequisite details)

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Students graduating with a Bachelor of Human Rights and Bachelor of Arts are well placed for the job market. Their ability to apply human rights principles towards contentious social and political questions as well as their strong communication and critical thinking skills provide them with the tools that employers are looking for. Graduates may work in the following areas: Advocacy, Community development, Diplomacy, Human services, International development, Journalism, Politics, Public service.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is UWA the only university in Western Australia offering a full human rights undergraduate program?

Yes, UWA is the only university in Western Australia that affords undergraduate students the opportunity to undertake a full program of study in human rights.

What happens if I decide one of the degrees isn't right for me during my studies?

If you decide either degree isn't right for you, you can exit one and complete the other, giving you flexibility in your study pathway.

How is this combined degree structured?

You can combine the Human Rights (Extended Major) from the Bachelor of Human Rights with a wide range of undergraduate majors from the Bachelor of Arts. You can also include minors and elective units in your degree.

What is the minimum ATAR required to apply for this combined degree?

The minimum ATAR required is 85 or equivalent, along with demonstrated English language competence and any prerequisites indicated against your chosen individual majors.

What are the intake dates and how long does the course take to complete?

The course has intakes in February and July and takes 4 years to complete full time, or a part-time equivalent, and is offered at UWA's Perth campus.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

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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