• demonstrate a capacity for autonomous, life- long learning informed by Christian belief, critical thinking, ethical practice and proficiency in research;
• demonstrate the acquisition of a body of knowledge and skills specific to the creative and professional practice of a specific discipline;
• demonstrate an awareness of cultural diversities necessary for respectful engagement with local, national, international and professional communities;
• demonstrate a philosophy of service in both professional and personal spheres;
• demonstrate proficiency in communication, problem solving, creative endeavour and information technologies;
• demonstrate professional readiness and resilience in one or more Arts disciplines including awareness of best practice;
• demonstrate effective workplace and community collaboration and leadership;

There are many options for satisfying the entry requirements for our courses. An applicant needs to meet at least one of the following entry requirements to be given an offer to study at Avondale.

I have completed my secondary education in Australia or New Zealand and achieved:

• a selection rank of at least 60. A selection rank is calculated as the ATAR plus any adjustment factors that may be applicable; or
• a minimum of 24 points in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma; or
• New Zealand Year 13 NCEA Level 3 results, identifying university entrance attainment; or
• an appropriate score in the uniTEST and the Tertiary Online Written Assessment; or
• an appropriate score in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)* or
• the International Big Picture Learning Credential.

*Applicants must not be a current year 12 (or equivalent) student and must be 18 years or older at the time of commencing their course.

I have completed a Vocational education and training (VET) course in Australia or New Zealand and achieved:

• an Australian Certificate III, or
• an equivalent New Zealand certificate, as approved by the Director, Student Administration Services.

I have already attended university in Australia or New Zealand and:

• successfully completed at least 2 units of a Bachelor’s degree or
• completed a bridging or enabling course, or another recognised tertiary preparation course; or
• successfully completed at least three units of Avondale’s Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation.

I have completed my secondary education or higher education qualification overseas:

• refer to the Admission Policy (HE) for specific information regarding both the minimum academic entry standards (Appendix 1) and the English language proficiency requirements (Appendix 2).

I have other work and life experience:

If a Senior Secondary Certificate has not been completed, an eligible applicant may sit an admission test (uniTEST and TOWA or the Skills for Tertiary Admission Test).

In exceptional circumstances, an applicant may be admitted based on equivalent qualifications or work and life experience as assessed by the Course Convenor or delegate and/or the DVC Academic.

This course has additional entry requirements which are listed below.

Mathematics (Major/Minor)

• Recent secondary Mathematics Extension 1 (or equivalent); or
• Approval by the Course Convenor.

Music (Specialisation/Major/Minor)

Admission to the Avondale Conservatorium is by audition. Applicants must meet the following minimum standards:

• Performance: AMEB Grade 6 (or equivalent) on instrument or voice; and
• Musicianship & Theory: AMEB Grade 4 minimum (or equivalent).

Where an applicant does not meet the required minimum standard, admission is possible with other appropriate music experience upon approval from the Director of Music, Avondale Conservatorium.

For more information, see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) link on our Music page.

To arrange an audition, email the Director of Music at conservatorium@avondale.edu.au.

International Students

This course is available to international students who meet the Australian government requirements for a student visa to reside in Australia for the duration of the course. For information regarding visas refer to https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder/study.

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:

1. achieving an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no sub-band less than 6.0, or
2. one of the other ways outlined in Appendix 2 of the Admission Policy (HE).

Advanced Standing

Applicants who have completed prior study may be eligible for advanced standing (credit recognition). Applicants should discuss their eligibility for advanced standing with the Admissions Team or the Course Convenor.

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) consists of 24 units and requires 144 credit points for completion.
Every unit has a 6 credit-point value unless otherwise stated.

Students complete four units in each of eight semesters in a full-time program or part-time equivalent.
Course and/or Strand Convenor guidance when determining the units to be undertaken, unit levels, unit availability, and order of unit enrolment is highly recommended at any stage of a student’s program.

The 24 units required are as follows:

Study Area Combination Options

Students must select one of the following:

Sample program grids for each option can be found after the Study Area Specialisation, Major and Minor unit lists.

Core Units (4 units)

* Students doing a Chaplaincy Major must choose this unit.

Study areas

Shaded areas indicate the availability of a specialisation (SP), major (MJ) or minor (MN) in each study area.

*Counselling & Psychology: Students seeking to work as a professional Counsellor or Psychologist, are advised to enrol in the Bachelor of Arts (Counselling) and are strongly advised to consult with the relevant Course Convenor about their options and pathways. Completing a major and/or minor in these study areas in the BA does not qualify graduates for employment or registration as a professional Counsellor or Psychologist.

Elective Units (4 units)

Elective units can be taken from any study area at any level.

If all electives are taken in one study area, an additional minor can be achieved.

If all electives are taken in the same study area as the minor, and completed according to the frameworks provided below, a major can be achieved.

Cross-institutional units

In some study areas, units are taken online through other universities. This is highlighted in the study area unit lists where applicable.

Study Area Specialisation, Major and Minor Unit Lists

Variations of the study area unit lists may be approved by the Course or Strand Convenor.

Accounting Major (8 units)

Accounting Minor (Choose 4 units)

(with approval of the Course Convenor)

Ancient History Minor (4 units)

Biology Major (8 units)

Biology Minor (4 units)

Chaplaincy Major (8 units)

Chaplaincy Minor (4 units)

Chemistry Major (8 units)

Chemistry Minor (4 units)

Communication Major (8 units)

Communication Minor (Choose 4 units)

Counselling Major (8 units)

Counselling Minor (4 units)

Design and Technologies Minor (4 Units)

(with approval of the Course Convenor)

Education Major (Choose 8 units)

(including no more than four units with unit code EDUC351xxx Curriculum & Pedagogical Studies…)

Note:

The Education Major gives students a foundational understanding of the diverse needs of developing learners in a Christian context and an educational framework to support quality learning. The BA does not qualify graduates to become a teacher. Students wishing to become a teacher as an outcome of their first degree should instead enrol in an undergraduate teaching course. However, advanced standing into the Master of Teaching (Secondary) is available should teaching be a desired goal on completion of the BA.

* EDUC23100 Introduction to Teaching involves a teaching placement and will be accepted as a unit by students transferring from an Education degree, but not available to BA students.

Education Minor (Choose 4 units)

Note:

The Education Minor provides a basic understanding of the educational context and environment. The BA does not qualify graduates to become a teacher. Students wishing to become a teacher as an outcome of their first degree should instead enrol in an undergraduate teaching course. However, advanced standing into the Master of Teaching (Primary) or (Secondary) is available should teaching be a desired goal on completion of the BA.

English Major (Choose 8 units)

English Minor (4 units)

Food and Nutrition Major (8 Units)

*Cross institutional units must be approved by the Course Convenor.

Examples of suitable cross-institutional units are:

Food and Nutrition Minor (4 units)

Geography Minor (4 units)

Health & Physical Education Major (Choose 8 units)

(Must include two units at the 300 level)

*These units will only be available to students transferring from an Education degree that has included a practicum.

** Outdoor Education units can be used towards the Health & PE major or minor.

Health & Physical Education Minor (Choose 4 units)

(Must include two units at the 200 level)

*These units will only be available to students transferring from an Education degree that has included a practicum.

** Outdoor Education units can be used towards the Health & PE major or minor.

Human Resource Management Major (8 units)

Human Resource Management Minor (Choose 4 units)

Marketing Major (8 units)

Marketing Minor (Choose 4 units)

Mathematics Major (8 units)

Mathematics Minor (4 units)

*300 level units available within this minor can be taken on approval from the Course Convenor.

Modern History Major (8 units)

Modern History Minor (4 units)

Music Specialisation (12 units)

Music Major (8 units)

Music Minor (4 units)

Outdoor Education Minor (4 units)

*Requirements can also be satisfied (via advanced standing) by the completion of a Diploma of Outdoor Leadership.

Psychology Major (8 units)

(All PSYC units are completed online through UNE)

Psychology Minor (4 units)

Religious Studies Major (8 units)

Religious Studies Minor (4 units)

Textiles Minor (4 units)

Visual Arts Major (8 units)

Visual Arts Minor (4 units)

Other units available with Course Convenor approval:

Program Grids

The following grids provide a sample full-time program for each of the study area options.

The numbers 100, 200, 300 in the grids align to the unit level and these should be in sequence in the program as far as possible.

Grid 1 ~ Major plus two Minors

Minors are identified as Minor A and Minor B with the recommended unit level identified.

Grid 2 ~ Two Majors

The two majors are identified as Major A and Major B with the recommended unit level identified.

Grid 3 ~ Specialisation plus Minor

Specialisation and minor units are listed with the recommended unit level identified.

A form of Work Integrated Learning is incorporated in some Chaplaincy (CHPL) coded units. Further, the Communications Major involves workplace experience in the form of a Professional Internship in the final year of the degree. For more information, contact the Course Convenor.