BA of Science BA of Arts

Do you have an interest in science and the arts? The University of Notre Dame Australia’s double degree in Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Art offers flexibility and cross-disciplinary strength. This degree opens the door to opportunities in various careers if you have diverse interests. You will develop a broad skill-set making you an asset in many workplaces. As part of this double degree, you will undertake placements in areas of employment-related to your studies, which will allow you to make professional contacts and hone your knowledge and skills to become a confident and work-ready graduate!

Why study this program?

• The Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts double degree gives you the best of both worlds.  You will study core interdisciplinary Science courses, including experimental design, mathematics, biology, chemistry and ecology. These courses provide the basis for strong skills in scientific investigation, including data collection and analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication. This ensures you will be a versatile graduate. These skills are highly sought after by employers and applicable to many workplaces within and outside the field of Science.
• Building on these core Science courses, you will deepen your study of Science by selecting a Science Steam that matches your interests: Biology & Environment, Environment & Heritage, Human & Medical Science, or Multidisciplinary Science. Each Stream ensures in-depth knowledge and skill development through practical hands-on experience in the classroom, the laboratory, and the field.
• In the Bachelor of Arts component of this double degree, you will study a Major in an area such as Journalism, Film & Screen Production, Photography, Social Justice, Politics and International Relations, History, or Theatre Studies, which will give you in-depth, specialist knowledge and skills that will allow you to contribute effectively to the cultural and intellectual life of society.
• The Arts component will develop your ability to analyse, interpret, deliberate, draw conclusions and communicate. You will be able to consider multiple perspectives and handle ambiguity and uncertainty. These are the skills needed in the 21st-century workplace.

Career opportunities

• Career paths across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors are diverse and depend on the Science Stream and Arts Major you choose (see individual Streams and Majors for more inspiration).
• Career opportunities include work as a curator or you can work in science communications, community development, planning and sustainability, journalism, documentary film making, environmental/heritage/communications/public affairs consultancy, conservation, diplomacy, public health, youth work, human rights, policy development, corporate liaison, and research.

Real-world experience

• You will learn from academics who are industry leaders and, through our practicum placements and internship programs, you will gain real professional experience and make valuable contacts with potential employers.