Bachelor
School of Arts & Sciences, Fremantle Campus
The study of History helps us to comprehend the complexities of the world today. The Bachelor of Arts with a Major in History allows students to reach an understanding of the historical events, politics, conflicts, cultures, values and traditions which have shaped the modern world.
Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy minimum requirements outlined at admission requirements. These include those relating to age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program.
Applicants with recent Secondary Education:
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for Advanced Standing.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then, but with relevant work and life experience. Such experience may include, but is not limited to:
Please note: all applicants must be of school leaving age or older to apply.
The History Major allows you to reach an understanding of the historical events, politics, conflicts, cultures, values and traditions which have shaped our modern world. It provides highly relevant and transferable skills, including the ability to research, analyse and communicate effectively. This Major also gives you the opportunities to consider such diverse periods and themes as western civilisation, the ancient and medieval worlds, the modern Middle East and Southeast Asia, America in the 1960s, the history of crime, art history and visual evidence.
History is regularly combined with Archaeology, Politics and International Relations, Social Justice, Journalism, and English Literature. It is also popular with students who are completing double degrees in Education and Law. The History Major has vibrant opportunities for overseas study, including the School's Experience the World program.
History is available as a Major and Minor in the following programs, including double degree variations:
History graduates often find employment in a range of settings, such as cultural institutions, including museums and libraries; education; the public service, including policy development and diplomacy; the non-government and not-for-profit sectors; and research.
Specific careers include:
Certain career pathways require additional undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications.