Curtin University
Bachelor of Arts (History)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationBy studying history, you will gain an understanding of how societies experienced the past and how this shapes the world we live in today. By studying Australian and international history, you’ll learn about the forces that have influenced the modern world, including nationalism, democracy, conflict and war, and gender and sexuality. In this course you’ll have the opportunity to study and apply various approaches to researching and writing history.
History graduates contribute to addressing a wide range of society’s most complex issues. Studying history develops your skills to identify and critically interpret evidence and enables you to explain the causes and consequences of political, environmental and social change. These skills are essential for a range of careers.
Delivery mode
Curtin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 78 Murray Street, Perth
- 137 St Georges Tce, Perth
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (History) will prepare you for the following roles.
Historian
A Historian studies past human activity. You might specialise in a particular area of history or explore a range of historical subjects. Historians...
Historical Researcher
A Historical Researcher conducts in-depth investigations into past events, individuals, and societies to produce detailed reports and publications....
History Teacher
History Teachers work at high schools and middle schools across Australia. They teach a mix of local, state/territory, national, regional and world...
Humanities Teacher
A Humanities Teacher educates students in subjects like history, geography, and sociology, fostering critical thinking and cultural awareness. Resp...
Musicologist
A Musicologist studies music history, theory, and cultural contexts, focusing on genres, periods, or regions. They conduct research, analyse musica...
Museum Administrator
A Museum Administrator manages the daily operations of a museum, ensuring smooth functioning of administrative tasks, budgets, staff coordination,...
Cultural Heritage Consultant
A Cultural Heritage Consultant is a professional who works to protect and manage cultural heritage sites and resources, ensuring their preservation...
About Curtin University
Curtin is an innovative, global university known for its high-impact research, strong industry partnerships and commitment to preparing you for jobs of the future.
You’ll receive an outstanding education in an inclusive and collaborative environment.
With Curtin ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide in the highly regarded Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2022, you’ll experience high-quality teaching alongside world-class research.
