Course Overview

About This Course

Equip yourself for the challenges of the 21st century with our combined bachelor's degree in Human Rights and Commerce. 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 Commerce 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 Commerce, you'll have the knowledge and skills to tackle some of the greatest challenges facing the world. If you decide either degree isn't right for you, you can exit one and complete the other.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Perth campus, The University of Western Australia, Perth, WAPerth campus, The University of Western Australia, Perth WACRAWLEY

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Achieve a minimum ATAR of 80 or equivalent
Demonstrate English language competence
Satisfy any prerequisites for your preferred majors (refer to individual major descriptions for prerequisite details)
Students who do not meet standard admission requirements may apply through alternative admissions pathways for School Leavers and Non-School Leavers

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates with a Bachelor of Human Rights and Bachelor of Commerce are well placed for the job market with their ability to apply human rights principles to contentious social and political questions combined with specific knowledge in a variety of business-related functions. Graduates may work as: Accountant, Ambassador, Business Development Manager, Economic Analyst, Journalist, Management Consultant, Market Analyst, Policy and Planning Manager, Politician, Public Policy / Public Service Adviser.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units9 units

Human Rights (Extended Major)

The core extended major from the Bachelor of Human Rights component of the combined degree.

Accounting

Commerce major option focusing on accounting principles and practices.

Business Analytics

Commerce major option focusing on data-driven business decision making.

Business Law

Commerce major option focusing on legal frameworks in business.

Business Economics

Commerce major option focusing on economic principles applied to business.

Finance

Commerce major option focusing on financial management and markets.

Human Resource Management

Commerce major option focusing on managing people and organisations.

Management

Commerce major option focusing on organisational management.

Marketing

Commerce major option focusing on marketing strategy and consumer behaviour.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I exit one degree and complete just the other if I change my mind?

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

Which Commerce majors can I choose from in this combined degree?

You can choose from the following Commerce majors: Accounting, Business Analytics, Business Law, Business Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management, and Marketing. You can also include minors and elective units in your degree.

Is UWA unique in offering undergraduate Human Rights study in Western Australia?

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, making this combined degree a distinctive offering in the state.

What skills will I develop through the Bachelor of Human Rights component?

The Bachelor of Human Rights provides an understanding of real-world human rights challenges from a wide range of disciplinary perspectives, giving you the capacity to approach complex social and political problems from multiple angles.

How are fees structured for domestic and international students in this course?

Domestic students in Commonwealth-supported places are charged student contribution amounts per unit based on area of study, and fees are subject to annual indexation. Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee calculated per credit point based on the course enrolled, with fees also subject to annual indexation. Both domestic and international students can use the UWA Fee Calculator for specific fee estimates.

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 $58,000 to $76,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $76,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $140,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate AccountantFinancial AnalystManagement ConsultantBusiness AnalystMarketing Coordinator

Key Skills

Financial analysis and reportingAccounting principles and practiceStrategic business planning and decision-makingData analysis and business analyticsMarketing strategy and consumer behaviour

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