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Bachelor of Arts (English and Cultural Studies)

Learn about society through literature, film, and social media

Discover how cultures develop and are reflected in popular texts. Diving into the complexity of culture, you’ll develop critical thinking skills for problem solving and innovation. Through the lens of cultural texts, explore gender, power, and place. 

Available loans

Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)

Total subjects

24

Price

From

$31,460

Study method

100% Online

Assessments

100% online

CSP Available

Yes

Credit available

Yes

Applications Close

  • 14 May 23
  • 13 Aug 23
  • 12 Nov 23
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Degree structure

12

Core subjects

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0

Major subjects

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12

Elective subjects

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Degree

Degree details

What you'll learn

On successful completion of this Course the learner will be able to :

  1. identify, explain and apply the key disciplinary concepts in English and Cultural Studies.
  2. apply the theoretical, logical and methodological processes appropriate to issues that exist or arise in the field English and Cultural Studies- this is key to thinking creatively and generating innovative solutions to questions.
  3. access and evaluate the sources, authority and relevance of information and synthesise key facts, themes and ideas in English and Cultural Studies.
  4. communicate ideas to a range of audiences and in a variety of media and genres.
  5. use technologies to access resources, communicate effectively and develop writing and research skills.
  6. use disciplinary skills and knowledge to sustain intellectual curiosity in order to enhance learning strategies and support different intellectual and professional roles required by the broader community.
  7. acknowledge the interrelationship between local, national and global perspectives and apply this to the enhancement of international practices and standards within the discipline.
  8. value a range of cultural knowledge and take care to represent these, where appropriate, in an ethical and professional manner.
  9. work independently and/or collaboratively to produce innovative and informed research that contributes meaningfully to contemporary culture.
Entry requirements

Open enrolment subjects

  • Successful completion of four OUA degree level subjects at pass level (this satisfies the English language proficiency requirement) OR
  • Successful completion of two OUA degree level subjects with separate evidence of English proficiency is required.

Higher education via OUA

  • Applicants for a Bachelor Degree are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au and include flexible entry pathways. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.

Some majors may require a portfolio or interview.

Higher education

  • Successful completion of one full time semester (four standard subjects) towards an Undergraduate or higher level of study at an Australian University (separate evidence of English proficiency is not required)

Secondary education

  • Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) 70 or equivalent. Students must have English ATAR, Literature ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR. To determine your eligibility for entry please refer to Interstate Year 12 and IB Students, TISC Tertiary Institutions Service Centre link http://www.tisc.edu.au/static/guide/prerequisites-comparison.tisc

VET studies

  • Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma or Advanced Diploma or Associate Diploma. You may also be eligible for credit toward your university study.
  • Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate IV and evidence of English proficiency.

Work and Life

  • Successful completion of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). (Please note this test is valid for two years.)
  • Finished secondary education more than two years ago
  • Bridging and enabling degree entry
    • Curtin Enabling Program: UniReady - https://www.open.edu.au/degrees/uniready-enabling-subjects-curtin-university-cur-unr-deg
  • Enabling degrees completed through other Australian Universities which meet minimum entry requirements for that institution will be accepted as minimum entry requirements for this degree.

Additional information

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people: Centre for Aboriginal Studies - http://karda.curtin.edu.au/
  • Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications - https://study.curtin.edu.au/applying/overseas-qualifications/

English Proficiency Requirements

Applicants need to meet Curtin's English Language requirements. You normally need ONE of the following:

  • Must have a 50% minimum in English ATAR (or equivalent).
  • Completion of at least one full time semester (or equivalent) of Undergraduate level studies at an Australian University
  • Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma or Advanced Diploma or Associate Diploma
  • Successful completion of two degree level subjects via Open Universities Australia (OUA) and English proficiency
  • Successful completion of two degree level subjects at an Australian university and English proficiency
  • Successful completion of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). (Please note this test is valid for two years.)

Please refer to the 'Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements' document at https://study.curtin.edu.au/applying/english-language-requirements/ 

*** Please Note: If any academic or legal document is not in English, you must provide a colour scan of the non-English documents, including a colour scan of the official English translations of these documents. This is for comparison purposes. ***

Special requirements

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

Credit for previous study or work

Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL) is assessed on individual merit and is awarded for different types of learning, for example, studies you have previously completed or for relevant work experience. Students must be admitted in an award degree of study before lodging their completed CRL application, along with all required supporting documentation for a formal assessment. To apply for CRL, please visit the Curtin University website: https://study.curtin.edu.au/credit/

It is important to note accepted documentation includes scans of the original Transcripts and/or Award Certificate; front and back; in colour; and original size. For further information see the scanned documents and certification requirements and guidelines. More information about the policies and procedures related to CRL assessment and appealing a CRL assessment outcome can be found in the Credit for Recognised Learning Policy (PDF).

Description

This major develops understanding of the making and circulation of meaning within a culture. It pays particular attention to the construction of cultural values and how they are articulated through social and creative practice.

This major is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major, please refer to the course for more information.

Degree structure details

Recommended Study Pattern

This course offers students the opportunity to study one or two disciplines from a wide range of majors. Students choosing only one major will also choose the elective stream where they will be able to choose further units from the same discipline as their chosen major or may choose units from throughout the university. The first year of the course enables students to choose foundation units suitable to their needs and begin study in their chosen major(s), where appropriate.

You will need to successfully complete a total of 24 subjects. To complete this as a single major, here is a what you will need to enrol in:

  • 12 Core Subjects:
    • 2 from Common Level 1 Subjects
    • 2 from Level 1 Major Subjects
    • 2 from Level 2 Core Subjects
    • 2 from Level 2 Option Subjects
    • 2 from Level 3 Core Subjects
    • 2 from Level 3 Optional Subjects
  • 12 Elective Subjects

Award Requirements

To qualify for the Bachelor of Arts (English and Cultural Studies), students must complete 24 subjects of study, comprising of:

  • Common Level 1 Subjects
  • Level 1 Major Subjects
  • Level 2 Core Subjects
  • Level 2 Option Subjects
  • Level 3 Core Subjects
  • Level 3 Optional Subjects
  • Elective Subjects

Choose your subjects

Electives

Single major students have ten electives which may be selected from any other OUA undergraduate subjects.

Please note you can only do a maximum of 10 first year subjects in your single major degree.

Please also note that if you complete any elective subjects at another OUA university, you will be required to apply for CRL.

Registering in this degree

We recommend that all students, as soon as they are eligible, should apply for and take a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). However, if you choose not to be a CSP student, please contact Curtin through the Ask Connect webform https://students.connect.curtin.edu.au/app/ask and select the Admissions and Credit for Recognised Learning - Entry pathways and eligibility menu option.

Easy apply

You can apply direct through Open Universities Australia.

Once you've checked your eligibility, apply and enrol for this degree following the steps. This degree also allows you to get started with Open access.

1

Select ‘Apply now’

Choose subjects to begin your application. You can choose 1 or 2 subjects to start.

2

Choose how you want to start

You can apply for the full degree or if you want to start with Open access, enrol into the subjects using the ‘Single subjects’ option.

You can apply for the degree later and the subjects may be credited towards the degree.

3

Complete your details

Provide your details and select a funding option. You can pay up-front or apply for government funding in your application.

We're here to help answer your questions. Our friendly student advisors provide 7 day support.

Open access

This degree offers Open access entry, exclusive to Open Universities Australia.

There’s more than one way to get a degree. Open access allows you to start with single subjects as a way into eligible degrees, regardless of your study history.

Enrol into and complete the required Open access subjects to earn entry in this degree. Most subjects have no entry requirements, are fully government funded (if you’re eligible) and may be credited when you start the degree.

The best part? You can enrol and get started with single subjects now.

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