University of Wollongong

Course Details

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Arts

Course Description

The Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Arts combines practical, numeracy and computer skills with the critical and creative thinking skills, effective communication and problem solving skills learned from studying the arts and humanities.Studies in science allow us to research problems, interpret data and propose solutions. Studies in arts will give us the skills to develop arguments, communicate with audiences and influence decision-making. When combined, the skills and knowledge from these two fields can place you in a key position to work with the complex challenges we will face in the future. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills in Australia is becoming a fast-growing area creating new and increased job prospects. There is a forecasted growth of 14.4% in the Professional, Scientific and Technical Services Industry and with this brings exciting employment opportunities and career options. The projected high rate of employment growth for 2015 to 2019 reflects ongoing strength and demand for the services of qualified and highly educated workers. Source: Employment Projections This degree: This double degree combines the practical, numeracy and computer skills of science with the critical and creative thinking skills and effective communication and problem solving skills learned from studying the arts and humanities. Your studies across both majors will be flexible enough for you to tailor elective subjects to suit to your interests. Throughout the course you will be supported with advice from academic staff across two faculties to ensure that your program of study meets your needs and that your workloads are managed appropriately. The combination of skills and knowledge you get through this degree will be a distinct advantage on graduation. You will be highly suited to a wide range of career options in both fields. What you will study: The major areas of study in Science include: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Geology, and Physical Geography and Environmental Geosciences. Other interdisciplinary majors are Conservation Biology, Environmental Science, Medical Biotechnology and Medicinal Chemistry. Other interdisciplinary majors are Conservation Biology, Environment, Medical Biotechnology, Medicinal Chemistry and Nanotechnology. The major areas of study in Arts include: English Literatures, History and Languages. Other disciplinary areas include Cultural Studies, Philosophy, Sociology, Politics, and Science and Technology Studies.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
54month

Career outcomes

Overview of careers: Art Historian Heritage Specialist Government Policy Business Administration Consultancy Publishing Marketing Diplomacy Archiving and Librarianship Translation Interpreting Journalism Advertising Politics Arts Production and Management Tourism and Hospitality Writer.

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Arts University of Wollongong