Monash University
Bachelor of Arts (History)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationHistory is an exciting and inspiring way to understand the present and imagine the future by exploring the past. It provides a comparative and dynamic perspective, using local, regional and global scales, for explaining continuity as well as change in different societies and places. In doing so you will develop broadly applicable skills in research, writing and argumentation.Our program will expose you to numerous past cultures around the globe and trace how they evolved and interacted to produce the world we live in today.
You will develop a unique, critical approach to examining texts, material artefacts and environments as you learn more about and compare between specific civilisations and from different points of view. Major themes include colonialism, health, technology, the environment, conflicts, race, gender, religion, cities and nationalism.
Delivery mode
Monash University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 900 Dandenong Road, Caulfield East
- Wellington Road, Clayton
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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 Monash University
Monash has a 60-year history of making a global impact through our outstanding research, diversity, breadth of alumni, partnerships and connections that result in new solutions and better outcomes. We do this with a global mindset that comes to life through our global locations.
