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Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation - Bachelor of Creative Arts

Explore influential ideas. Develop your creative practice. Share your work with audiences.

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For Year 12 students, the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation (including single and eligible double degree options) is available through UOW Early Admission. Applicants who are not currently completing Year 12 can apply directly to UOW or through UAC.

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Student ?
Year ?
Campus
Wollongong
ATAR-SR ?
85
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration ?
4 years full-time or 8 years part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2026
Codes
CRICOS: 118192G
UOW: 3251

Overview

Studying a Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation with a Bachelor of Creative Arts allows you to explore influential works, ideas and traditions while developing your creative practice and artistic skills.

In the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation, you engage with works of art, literature, philosophy, politics, religion and science through close reading, peer dialogue and sustained discussion. At the centre of the degree is the Liberal Arts major, where you explore questions about truth, knowledge, virtue, the self and what it means to lead a good life in the age of AI. Alongside the Liberal Arts major, you will complete a second major in Creative Writing, English Literatures, Global Sustainable Development, History, Indigenous Studies, International Relations, Philosophy, Politics or Sociology.

In the Bachelor of Creative Arts, you choose a major in Creative Writing, Music, Performance and Theatre, Visual Arts, or Visual Arts and Design. You learn through hands-on practice in purpose-built facilities and are guided by award-winning artists, published authors, professional musicians and composers, and renowned performers and playwrights. Throughout the degree, you engage in real-world projects that connect your creative work with communities and audiences.

Studying these degrees will help you develop critical thinking, communication and analytical skills alongside creative and technical capabilities. Studying them as a double degree will see you complete two qualifications in less time than if they were studied separately, broadening your knowledge across complementary fields of study.

Domestic students studying the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation may be eligible for scholarships worth up to $20,000 per year for three years. See the School of Liberal Arts page for eligibility and further details.

See the course handbook for more information.

Your first year of studies will begin with the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation. You will reflect on questions of truth, knowledge, virtue, the self and what it means to lead a good life while engaging with influential works and ideas through close reading, discussion and reflection.

From the second year, you will begin your Creative Arts subjects and build foundational knowledge in your chosen field. In the creative arts core subjects, you learn collaboratively with your peers about project development, funding, audience engagement and the role of creative work in shaping culture, community and social change. Work-integrated learning is central to the Bachelor of Creative Arts, with opportunities to produce and present projects in collaborative professional environments alongside industry and community partners.

UOW Ramsay Scholarship (domestic students only) 
The Ramsay Centre for Western Civilisation has generously donated funding for up to 30 Scholarships with a value of up to $20,000 per annum for up to three (3) years. Scholarship information will be kept up to date on the School of Liberal Arts page.  
 
Scholarship recipients will enjoy; access to a dedicated study lounge, small class sizes, academic mentoring and opportunities to engage in a distinctive and enriching scholarly experience.

You are strongly encouraged to apply if you are a high-achieving student intending to study the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation and believe you demonstrate the UOW Ramsay Scholar attributes.

UOW Ramsay Scholars are passionate, engaged, and entrepreneurial. They are responsible and collaborative contributors to their communities, creative and critical thinkers who challenge boundaries, and confident participants in discussion and debate. They demonstrate self-awareness, empathy, humility, and a commitment to empowering others. Ramsay Scholars exemplify UOW graduates as intellectually fearless, socially connected, and future-focused leaders. 

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Careers

  • Arts Management, Administration and Cultural Production 
  • Content Strategist 
  • Critic 
  • Cultural Commentator 
  • Curator 
  • Digital Content Creator 
  • Editor 
  • Producer 
  • Publisher 
  • Speechwriter 
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Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Entry into this course is based on a combination of a written submission (essay), an interview, and academic performance.
Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia.

  • Academic Entry Requirements

    To succeed in your chosen course, you should have completed relevant subjects in senior high school or other qualifications. For more information, refer to UOW's Entry Requirements page.

  • English Language Requirements

    The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

     

    English Test

    Overall Score

    Reading

    Writing

    Listening

    Speaking
    IELTS Academic

    8.5

    8.5

    8.5

    8.5

    8.5

     

    UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Distinction (weighted average mark of 75 overall and minimum 75 in Academic Reading and Writing)
    Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

  • Workload

    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
WollongongOn Campus$17640 (2026)$141120 (2026)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

  • Autumn Session, 2026 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session. 

    ApplicationDate
    Domestic (UAC Early Bird)30 September, 2025
    International9 December, 2025
    Domestic (direct)31 December, 2025
    Domestic (UAC final round)29 January, 2026

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    OrientationCheck your campus details
    Session start2 March, 2026
    Census date31 March, 2026
    Mid-session recess20 - 24 April, 2026
    Session end25 June, 2026
  • Autumn Session, 2027 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. Applications submitted after the advertised closing date will still be accepted. We will endeavour to process late applications in time for the nominated session, however this cannot be guaranteed.

    ApplicationDate
    Domestic (UAC Early Bird)30 September, 2026
    InternationalSee International students page for key application cut-off dates
    Domestic (direct)31 December, 2026
    Domestic (UAC final round)28 January, 2027

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    OrientationCheck your campus details
    Session start1 March, 2027
    Census date31 March, 2027
    Mid-session recess19 - 23 April, 2027
    Session end24 June, 2027

    Indicative enrolment

    The tables below contain information on the 2025 commencing student cohort, which indicates the likely profile of students for 2026.

    Student profile

    This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2025.

    Student profile table
    Applicant background 2025 intake 2025 intake (%)
    Higher education study N/P N/P
    Vocational education & training study 0 0%
    Work & life experience <5 <5
    Recent secondary education
    ATAR Only N/A N/A
    ATAR plus additional criteria N/A N/A
    Other criteria only (non-ATAR) 28 61%
    International students 0 0%
    All students 46 100%

    < 5: Number of students is less than 5
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)

    ATAR profile

    This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ATAR-based admission.

    ATAR profile table
    ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2025 ATAR Selection Rank
    Highest rank to receive an offer N/A N/A
    Median rank to receive an offer N/A N/A
    Lowest rank to receive an offer N/A N/A

    < 5: Less than 5 ATAR-based offers made
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)

    More information

    For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.

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