Arts & humanities

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Develop your passions into a fulfilling career in the arts, media, community services, music or the public sector, with a relevant and immersive study program at Victoria University.
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5 stars: graduate skill development
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150+ placement options
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Award-winning VU Block Model
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#1 for employability
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Top 3% of universities worldwide
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Courses in Arts & humanities

Bachelor of Arts
ABAB | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Community Development
ABCD | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Criminal Justice
ABCJ | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Psychological Studies
ABCY | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Arts
LHWA | Bachelor degree | Duration: 5 years
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts
LBLA | Bachelor degree | Duration: 5 years
Bachelor of Music
ABMC | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Psychological Studies
ABPA | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Psychological Studies (Honours)
AHPA | Bachelor degree | Duration: 1 year
Bachelor of Psychological Studies/Bachelor of Business
ABPB | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
ABPC | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years
Bachelor of Screen Media
ABSN | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Social Work
ABSW | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years
Bachelor of Youth Work
ABYW | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Youth Work/Bachelor of Sport Management
EBYS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years
Undergraduate Certificate in Interpersonal and Organisational Skills
HUIO | Undergraduate Certificate | Duration: 0.5 years
Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Studies
HUPS | Undergraduate Certificate | Duration: 0.5 years

Focus your interest

Communication

Community development

Community services

Creative arts

Criminal justice & criminology

Digital media

Music

Psychology

Screen media

Social work

Youth work

Arts reimagined at VU

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Community partnerships

We have collaborative partnerships with arts organisations, schools, community groups and agencies, giving you the opportunity to network while you study.

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150+ placement options

Access 150+ professional placement programs with SBS television, Multi Channel Network, Film Victoria and more.

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Pathways into arts & humanities courses

If you don’t yet meet the entry requirements to get into your chosen arts course, we'll get you there with our study pathways.

Arts & humanities research

The Institute for Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities (ISILC) conducts arts and humanities research that aims to advance equality and social inclusion.

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VU Block Model

Complete one unit (subject) at a time, in workshop-style classes, with our award-winning learning model.

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Professional creative-arts studio

We have our own dedicated music rehearsal, performance and recording space with a wide range of equipment. You can also make use of Kindred's performance space and film and photography studio.

VU Stories

Zenab Tewolde
How Zenab made youth work her mission
Bachelor of Youth Work
"To anyone considering VU, I say go for it! The professional placements helped me build up skills in the field. And I got to attend a UN leadership symposium in Thailand."
Zenab's story
Jaydah Turner.
How industry placements set Jaydah up for success
Bachelor of Youth Work and Criminal Justice
"I know the early exposure I'm getting to the industry through my placements and internships is giving me the confidence and experience employers are looking for."
I know the early exposure I'm getting to the industry through my placements and internships is giving me the confidence and experience employers are looking for.
Jaydah's story
Deruka Dekuek.
How VU helped me achieve my goal of helping others
Community Development
"VU laid the foundations for my current success, and shaped me to be who I am today."
VU laid the foundations for my current success, and shaped me to be who I am today.
Read Deruka's story
Jeehoon Choi at SBS
Saying 'yes' to SBS
Bachelor of Screen Media
"The Students as Staff program at VU is the greatest, and everyone needs to go for it! It provided me with professional experiences in film and photography roles, networking opportunities, and confidence."
The Students as Staff program at VU is the greatest, and everyone needs to go for it! It provided me with professional experiences in film and photography roles, networking opportunities, and confidence.
Jeehoon's path from 'yes!' to success

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