Bachelor of Arts (European Studies)
| Offered By | Faculty of Arts |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 years full-time |
| Minimum | 144 units |
| Academic Contact | Dr Ben Wellings |
| Academic Plan | 3100XBEURS |
| CRICOS Code | 002284M |
| UAC Code | 999998(Internal ANU Code - not UAC) |
The Bachelor of Arts in European Studies focuses mainly on Europe (including Britain) since World War II. The degree focuses on the foundations of modern Europe, bearing in mind its long history and how this has shaped contemporary European societies. It also considers the innovative aspects of recent developments, particularly the possibilities for cooperation and unity as well as the tensions between diverse traditions.
Completion requirements specify that students undertake the following:
(a) a major in Contemporary Europe; and
(b) a major in a European language other than English; and
(c) twelve first-year units in either Political Science, History, Sociology, English, Philosophy or Art History; and
(d) eighteen designated later-year units in the same discipline area as (c) or in any of the Modern European Languages; and
(e) twelve first-year and eighteen later-year units of their choice.
Students are advised to consult the Coordinator in order to see whether there may be other courses that cohere especially well with the courses of their choice. It may be advisable to enrol in such courses even if they are not listed as designated.
Aims of this named degree are to enable students:
- to gain perspectives on the social, political and cultural forces that operate in contemporary Europe
- to read, understand and speak a European language (other than English)
- to obtain a grounding in one of the following disciplines: Political Science, History, Sociology, English, Philosophy or Art History.
To achieve these aims we offer courses
- in European institutions, politics, history and society
- which combine acquisition of language skills with the study of politics, society and culture
- prepared by specialists in various disciplines located in departments within the Faculty of Arts.
Students whose language major is offered outside the Faculty of Arts must complete a major within the Faculty.
Detailed outlines of the core courses and specification of the designated courses in the Contemporary Europe major can be found within the major under the Majors or Specialisations heading below.
The normal requirements for the degree are shown in the table below.
While the degree in European Studies is founded on the Contemporary Europe Major and a Language Major, it enables students to choose from a wide range of offerings in the Faculty of Arts.
It is also possible, in addition to the Contemporary Europe major and the language major, to do a third major. This can be done by selecting free units so that together with the 42 disciplinary units they make up a major.
Admission Requirements
Admission to all programs is on a competitive basis, taking into account all relevant academic qualifications. If you hold more than one qualification, admission will be based on your overall record. Tertiary qualifications are generally weighted more heavily than secondary. If you have completed an approved tertiary preparation course or alternative entry scheme, you will be assessed on the results of that scheme alone, unless you have undertaken subsequent study.
Click HERE for further information about domestic admission pathways.
The table below is a guide to the entry level required for domestic applicants. Exact entry level will be set at time of offer.
| Entry Requirement | Entry Level |
|---|---|
| ATAR | 801 |
| QLD Band | 10 |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 |
From 2010, the UAI/ENTER/TER will be referred to as ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) for admission in 2010. See http://www.uac.edu.au/undergraduate/atar/ for further information.
Queensland Band equivalents are a guide only - selection is made on a UAI equivalent that is not available to students.
The entry requirements above are for domestic applicants only.
International applicants may view further information on admissions requirements at Entry Requirements for International Undergraduate Applicants
The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs as required.
Prerequisites
None but there may be prerequisites or levels of assumed knowledge for individual subjects particularly science and language subjects.
The information published on the Study at ANU 2009 website applies to the 2009 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2008 website.
