Top 1% of universities worldwide

 

#1 in the world for sport science

 

#5 in the world for education

 

#20 in the world for nursing

 

#1 Victorian uni for graduate employment

 

#1 Victorian uni for course satisfaction

 

#1 Victorian uni for facilities and resources

 

Victoria's #1 university for teaching quality

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See the world in a different light

Prepare for a truly international career with our industry-led humanities, social sciences and languages courses. With a broad range of disciplines to explore, your journey from curiosity to mastery is inevitable. Our workplace experience programs foster expertise and practical skills, meaning you’ll graduate with real employment outcomes. Experience first-hand the power of humankind through our strong industry partnerships with several high-profile NGOs. And embrace your inner adventurer and pursue a volunteering opportunity or trimester abroad – you’ll expand your social toolkit while gaining invaluable cultural knowledge.

Undergraduate

Undergraduate (your first degree)

An undergraduate degree is generally completed between two to four years, depending on the pattern of study and any recognition of prior learning you may have. Associate degrees, bachelor and bachelor with honours are all undergraduate degrees.

Postgraduate

Postgraduate (further study)

A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.

Research

Higher Degrees by Research (supervised research)

Research degrees are research based master’s or PhD programs that focus on a single area of expertise. They provide students the opportunity to carry out highly specialised research under expert supervision.

Gain the practical skills and experience for a successful and rewarding career

Make your mark in the world today through a rich career doing what you love. Humanities and social sciences is all about studying people, languages and the world around us, meaning you have a chance to change lives, perspectives and build a better future.

Courses that lead to careers

Study courses that are developed and reviewed with industry and professional input, providing career outcomes that are relevant now and in the future.

Gain industry experience

Gain a competitive edge in the workplace with real-world expertise developed through internships, overseas volunteering and mentoring opportunities.

Learn from the experts

Learn from passionate professionals, who are recognised leaders in their fields. Our academic staff are active in the media and conduct important research.

Global mobility programs offer students extensive international learning opportunities. Studying on exchange in Italy and in Morocco was eye-opening and such an incredible learning experience.

Isabella D’Monte

Bachelor of International Studies

Deakin's new Bachelor of Arts

Do you want to create a future career that gives you a sense of purpose? Personalise your degree to topics that you care about and develop the critical skills to make an impact in a career you love with Deakin’s Bachelor of Arts.

Learn more about studying a Bachelor of Arts

Create a global network while you study

Study overseas as part of your course, embracing global mobility opportunities such as a semester exchange, study tour or international volunteering. You could find yourself in the US learning about America’s role in the international political system and the role of the United Nations, or in Tibet experiencing an intensive introduction to Buddhist philosophy and hermeneutics.

Learn more about studying overseas

Content hub

Stories of life at Deakin and beyond

The Faculty of Arts and Education content hub features in-depth stories from students, staff and alumni about their experiences of studying at Deakin, their new careers and more.

Find out more at the Arts and Education content hub

Study a language

Study a language

We teach the world's most strategically important languages – Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian and Spanish. Learning a language gives you insight into different cultures, develops your adaptability and communication skills, and can make you more employable.

Get a world-class education

Many of Deakin’s disciplines are ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide.* They include: arts and humanities, philosophy, religious studies, politics and international relations, sociology and social sciences and management.

Be ready for what comes next

Deakin’s Bachelor of Arts is dynamic, impactful and responsive. It allows you to explore meaningful ideas that matter, develop nuanced perspectives about current social justice issues and learn the critical skills to imagine a better future for all people.

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Footnotes

*QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021

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