Bachelor of Arts

Design the path to your career

The May semester for this program will be delivered remotely. In these extraordinary times, students will be able to access Bond's exceptional, personalised learning experience from all around the world. Learn more about remote learning at Bond

The top skills that employers seek are rapidly shifting, requiring graduates to gain flexible skills and knowledge, and be adaptable in a changing work environment. Stand-out with a broad understanding of multiple majors across various disciplines or specialised understanding with a double major in a select area. Bond's Bachelor of Arts allows students to choose from numerous majors to tailor their experience and potential career prospects.

Students can step into the next chapter of their career by graduating sooner with Bond’s accelerated degrees.

Mathilde Leach (BA, '03), Singapore
Bachelor of Arts graduate Mathilde Leach talks about her first impression of and experiences at Bond as an international student and her role as Marketing Communications Consultant at Aspire Global Network Asia in Singapore.

Combined Degree Options:

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws

“I studied a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Journalism and Communication at Bond University. I chose to study at Bond as I was awarded the John Burton Cadetship Scholarship, that allowed me to work as a Journalist at the Gold Coast Bulletin for three months. I enjoyed my time at Bond University and thank my Professors for always treating me as a person, rather than a number - which often happens at large universities. Show more
“I studied a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Journalism and Communication at Bond University. I chose to study at Bond as I was awarded the John Burton Cadetship Scholarship, that allowed me to work as a Journalist at the Gold Coast Bulletin for three months. I enjoyed my time at Bond University and thank my Professors for always treating me as a person, rather than a number - which often happens at large universities.
While at Bond I was fortunate enough to receive a News Limited Cadetship which allowed me to work at the South China Morning Post in Hong Kong. The three months at the South China Morning Post was a fantastic experience!
I am currently the Director and Owner of Wings Public Relations and am responsible for all aspects of the firm. I manage people, conduct business development, liaise and support clients and overall all public relation activities including media management and social media.
I recommend undertaking a well-rounded degree at Bond - I did some French and Law subjects and found they gave me a bit of edge when out the 'real world' and my studies have helped me get to where I am today.” Show less

"When I showed my academic my assignment, they said "I think you have the potential to change the games industry." Their belief in me fuelled me to seek the opportunities that have lead me to where I am today. Bond allowed me to become independent and gave me the foundation to pursue my lifelong passion to develop games. For someone considering attending Bond, my advice would be: Your degree is what you make of it. Be prepared to work hard, and don’t be afraid to reach out to others."

Key features

Experience interdisciplinary studies and expand your knowledge base
Choose from a vast array of majors or specialise your studies with a double major
Tailor your degree based on your interests and career ambitions

About the program

Mode	On Campus The May 2020 semester will be delivered remotely.
Duration	6 semesters (2 years)
Starting semesters	May 2020 September 2020 January 2021 May 2021 September 2021 January 2022 May 2022 September 2022
Program type	Bachelors Degree
Study area	Communication and Creative Media, International Relations and Humanities, Social Sciences, Psychology and Counselling
Program code	HS-20003
CRICOS code	063052M
Credit for prior study	For more details on applying for credit, please contact the Student Business Centre: [email protected]

Professional outcomes

The Bachelor of Arts program provides students with not only a strong, but a broad set of skills essential to all professions no matter what the chosen career.

Structure and subjects

View the Bachelor of Arts - Program Structure and Sequencing

The Bachelor of Arts program comprises 24 subjects, as follows:

University core subjects (3)

Plus: Beyond Bond: Professional Development and Community Engagement

FSD Majors (12)

Students must choose two or three from the list of available major options:

** Double major options available

Electives (9)

Students can choose 9 subjects (90CP) from the list of available subjects from across the University, provided they meet the subject requisites, enrolment restrictions and any other faculty requirements.

International students

To fulfil your student visa requirements, you will need to enrol in 40 credit points per semester.

Domestic students

Most students undertake four (4) subjects per semester (equivalent to 40 credit points). You may however enrol in fewer subjects and extend your degree over a long period.

Teaching methodology

Bond University’s teaching methodology involves a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, examinations, projects, presentations, assignments, computer labs and industry projects.

Program fees

The below fees are based on an average per semester cost, fees may vary based on which subjects are selected and the number of subjects enrolled in for each semester:

2020 fees: $17,360 per semester (based on 4 subjects per semester)
2021 fees: $17,560 per semester (based on 4 subjects per semester)

To support students during the economic crisis created by the current pandemic, financial aid will be provided to students in Semester 2 in 2020. This is in the form of a one-off tuition fee relief, which will be a 20% reduction in Semester 2 tuition fees. For more information, see the Frequently Asked Questions.

When considering the fees associated with your studies, keep in mind that Bond’s accelerated schedule means you can finish your degree sooner and be out in the workforce up to a year earlier than if you went to another university.

This time saving also represents a substantial reduction in accommodation and living costs, plus a full year of extra earnings.

Find out your financing options and other costs to consider.

Admission criteria

Academic requirements

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the past two years)

Applicants must meet the University's general minimum admission criteria.

In the January semester 2019 there were fewer than five OP/ATAR offers made in this program hence no comparative information on previous OP/ATAR intake scores is available.

Visit our student profile if you are interested in the profile of all students who commenced undergraduate study at the Faculty in the January semester 2019.

International Secondary School students

For more information for International Students, including the International Baccalaureate, please go to the International Secondary School equivalency page.

Alternative entry pathways

For those applicants who do not currently have the required academic qualifications, there are a number of alternative entry pathways:

Bond University Tertiary Preparation programs
Bond University Diploma programs
Other institutional Tertiary Preparation Programs
Vocational education and training qualifications (Certificate IV and above)
Prior higher education experience (at this university or another)
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
Professional or para-professional qualifications/experience
Employment experience verified by a statement of service from the employer stating the position title and length of service and a very brief statement on the tasks undertaken.

For more information on what is required please visit our how to apply page.

English language proficiency requirements

As tuition is delivered in English, all students will be required to provide documented evidence of the required level of proficiency in the English language. Read more detailed information on English language proficiency requirements for university study.

Credit for prior study

Subject credits may be awarded for previous studies. To apply for credits, you will need to submit academic transcripts including detailed subject outlines/course descriptions for each relevant subject and/or certified copies of testamurs to the Office of Future Students. Please refer to how to apply for credit for more information

Key dates

Bond University calendar

How to apply

In order to apply for study at Bond University, you will need to complete the online application form. To find out more about the application process please refer to how to apply.