- 4 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Springfield
- Toowoomba
- Online
- Feb, May, Sep
- View dates
- AUD 28,520
- (Indicative annual fee)
- 099088B
Overview
- This dynamic UniSQ double degree combines your business studies with experience in specialised fields like international relations, First Nations Australia, journalism or social justice, enabling you to build networks, make contacts and improve your employment options.
- Create your own unique qualification by choosing majors, minors and electives to suit your career goals. If you’re not sure which field you’d like to specialise in, don’t worry. Within your first year of study you’ll undertake a variety of courses to discover your areas of interest.
- Benefit from UniSQ's connections with industry partners and gain professional experience while you work with an organisation to complete a project or internship.
- Why study a double degree?
- Improve your transferrable skillset which can be applied to several industries and sectors.
- You put yourself in a competitive position to excel in the workplace.
- It takes less time than doing the degrees separately.
- You save time and money.
- You graduate with two testamurs (official certificates) for each of your degrees.
Majors in the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business
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Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (Extended)
Create data science solutions, develop skills in data modelling, storage, retrieval, AI, and analyse privacy and ethics issues.
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Anthropology
Explore how understanding human societies and cultures can address social issues like inequality and sustainability, while developing critical thinking and practical skills.
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Archaeology
Study archaeology to uncover human history, from ancient migrations to recent societies, through hands-on training and expert guidance.
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Archaeology (Extended)
Explore cultural diversity, develop analytical skills, and gain hands-on experience in museum and heritage studies.
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Business Accounting
Strengthen your business degree with essential skills in accounting, preparing you for informed, data-driven decision-making.
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Couselling Practice
Develop counselling skills, emphasize cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed practice, and pair studies with interests like HR, physiology, or criminology.
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Creative Writing
Develop creative writing skills, experiment with diverse genres, and connect with vibrant writing communities to produce compelling narratives.
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Criminology and Criminal Justice
Explore the complexities of crime and justice by studying social and psychological factors, forensic psychology, and interdisciplinary criminology and justice studies.
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Criminology and Criminal Justice (Extended)
Build expert knowledge in criminology and criminal justice, understand crime theories and prevention, and specialize in forensic psychology and investigation.
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Drama
Develop performance skills through acting, directing, and stagecraft, explore dramatic literature and theatre history, and gain professional experience via internships and projects.
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Emergent Leadership
Start your path towards leadership roles, drive change, foster collaboration, and ensure sustainability of leadership.
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English Literature
Develop critical arguments, research, and writing skills, explore classic and contemporary literature and prepare for diverse careers with cross-cultural understanding.
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Environment and Sustainability
Study climate science, ecology, and sustainability, develop interdisciplinary skills, and combine majors to pursue diverse environmental and resource management careers.
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Finance
Delve into the fast-paced world of corporate finance, banking and portfolio management.
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First Nations Australia
Explore how Indigenous cultures have shaped Australia, gaining cultural competence and skills to support respectful, informed engagement with First Nations communities.
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History
Explore major global events, sharpen your analytical and research skills, and gain a deeper understanding of how history influences societies, cultures, and contemporary global issues.
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Human Resource Management
Become a leading work-place specialist, learn to develop people and culture strategies that contribute value to an organisation’s mission.
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Information Systems Management
Blend business insight with IT expertise to solve real-world challenges and shape smarter systems.
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International Relations
Explore global systems, diplomacy, and security while building critical skills to analyse and address today’s most pressing international challenges and humanitarian issues.
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Legal Studies
Gain a deep understanding of how Australian law evolved, its societal impacts, and build critical legal thinking, research, and interpretation skills for real-world application.
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Marketing
Capture your audience’s attention, communicate your product value, and successfully convert and retain customers.
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Music
Explore music theory, performance, and digital composition while building creative, technical, and entrepreneurial skills for a dynamic career in the contemporary music industry.
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Photojournalism
Capture the world through a powerful lens – develop storytelling, photography, and digital media skills to create compelling, ethical, and impactful visual journalism.
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Physiology and Human Movement
Gain a deep understanding of how the human body functions, how movement impacts health, and how to promote wellbeing through safe, inclusive physical activity.
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Politics
Explore how governments function, power is exercised, and policies are shaped, while developing critical thinking and media literacy for today’s political landscape.
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Psychology (Extended)
Explore areas such as development, cognition, emotion, and mental health while building research, data analysis, and academic writing skills in psychology.
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Social Justice and Enterprise
Study community welfare and social justice by exploring advocacy, human rights, and social change, while building skills in communication, conflict resolution, and critical analysis.
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Visual Arts Curation
Study the art of curation by exploring visual storytelling, cultural practices, and the evolving role of art across industries like media, design, and education.
Best of both worlds
Selecting a dual degree in these fields provides me with the best of both worlds and improves my likelihood of finding employment opportunities on a global scale.
Dushan - Arts and Business
Career outcomes
As a graduate with a double degree, your career opportunities are extensive and vary widely depending on your chosen majors. You can apply for roles in:
- business management
- marketing
- communications
- finance
- human resources
- research
- community
- entrepreneurship, and
- art and cultural sectors.
The combination of arts and business studies allows for strong analytical, creative, and leadership skills, making graduates well-suited for dynamic industries.
Professional accreditation
Finance major graduates will meet the educational entrance requirements to become a member of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA).
UniSQ is accredited for the Human Resource Management major by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). This major will satisfy the educational requirements for professional membership of AHRI.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business , you must successfully complete 32 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Other study options
At UniSQ, we support busy, modern learners wanting to start or progress in their careers. Whatever your goals, we offer flexible study options such as opportunities to upskill without committing to a full degree.
Discover UniSQ’s industry-driven short courses.
Entry requirements
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
Use our International qualification converter to check country-specific grades (that are equivalent to Australian Year 12) you will need to apply for this degree.
To study this degree, we assume you have sound knowledge in:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent and
- General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.0 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
The University accepts applications all year. Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.
ApplyYou can select to start your study in Trimester 1, 2 or 3.
Study period | Orientation | Start date |
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Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
Trimester 3, 2025 | Monday 1 September | Monday 8 September |
Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
You can contact one of our approved agents to guide you through the application process. Our agents provide:
- advice on your study plans
- advice on applying to UniSQ
- document certification
- assistance with any pre-departure arrangements
- assistance with your visa requirements.
To support your application, you will need to submit certified copies of:
- identity documents (passport)
- evidence of your English language proficiency
- senior high school (A levels/Year 12) certificate and academic transcripts
- all post-secondary study certificates and academic transcripts (if any)
- evidence of work experience (if required).
Application dates can vary so be sure to check our key dates to get all the details.
It is important to apply early to allow enough time for your application to be assessed and processed to meet study commencement dates and participation in Orientation activities. You should also factor in visa processing requirements and timeframes, where applicable.
After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. Please allow up to 14 days for assessment. If further assessment is required for course credits or exemptions, this process may take longer.
Once you have received your letter of offer from UniSQ, you will need to return your signed acceptance of offer form. The UniSQ team will contact you at this time with more information regarding next steps.
Find out more
Connect with us - start a conversation, whenever suits you.
Frequently asked questions
A double degree such as a Bachelor of Business and Arts allows you to broaden you education and develop an interdisciplinary field of knowledge in less time than if you were to complete two separate degrees.
- You can acquire a diverse range of skills applicable to multiple industries. Our Bachelor of Arts and Business gives you plenty of flexibility in choosing majors to shape your studies to your desired outcome.
- Stand out in the job market with a dual qualification.
- Improve your transferable skill set which can be applied to a variety of industries and sectors.
- Receive two testamurs (official certificates) - one for each of the degrees you complete when you graduate.
The skills you will develop when studying a Bachelor of Business and Arts (or equivalent) will vary depending on the education provider you choose and the subjects you select.
At UniSQ you can choose from a variety of Bachelor of Arts majors including:
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Creative Writing
- Criminology and Criminal Justice
- English Literature
- History
- First Nations Australia
- International Relations
- Journalism
- Legal Studies
- Social Justice and Entrepreneurship.
The Bachelor of Business majors you can study as part of this double degree are:
- Emerging Leadership
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Information Systems Management
- Marketing.
Students studying a Bachelor of Arts and Business double degree can expect to develop a broad range of transferable skills, including:
- critical thinking
- strategic planning
- creative problem solving
- effective communication (written and verbal)
- interpersonal and teamwork abilities
- adaptability and flexibility
- project management
- organisational skills
- financial literacy
- marketing and branding insights.
Graduating with a Business and Arts degree from UniSQ can lead to a range of career opportunities, including:
- marketing coordinator/manager
- human resource manager
- financial analyst/manager
- public relations officer
- journalist
- producer
- digital marketing manager.