why arts?
No matter which majors you choose, the Monash BA combines flexibility so you can keep evolving, with AI-proof job-ready skills.
Our BA gives you:
FLEXIBILITY
A BA OFFERS FLEXIBILITY & CHOICE
Try different study areas and decide where to focus later.
Not sure where your career is heading yet?
Create your own unique skill set.
This flexibility supports innovation, career growth, and the ability to adapt as industries and AI evolve.
- Study one major, add a minor, or combine two majors. Or opt for a double degree.
- Combine your BA with postgraduate study, including STEM degrees, to create new career pathways.
PERSONAL GROWTH
A BA EMPOWERS PERSONAL GROWTH
(Often called 'soft skills', something AI doesn't have.)
Become a well-rounded, adaptable person
Learn how to:
These are the kind of human skills you can use anywhere, in any job, and that AI can't easily replace.
- Express ideas clearly.
- Work well with people from different backgrounds.
- Train your brain to think deeply: Question ideas, research thoroughly, and come up with creative solutions to problems.
CAREER READINESS
A BA GIVES YOU A WORKING-WORLD EDGE
You may not think of yourself as a leader yet, but if you've been class captain, raised your hand to answer a question or just helped a fellow student... that's leadership.
Companies look for leadership qualities in employees.
Become more employable.
- Get work experience, locally and abroad, through overseas study tours and internships.
- Build qualities like influence, empathy and perspective. These are the traits of a good leader.
What sets the Monash BA apart?
Our BA places communication, cultural awareness, and leadership at its core.
The goal?
Ensuring your degree has a direct impact on your future work opportunities.
Real work experience
Students get the chance to engage in valuable internships during their degree.
“What I loved about the Bachelor of Arts at Monash was that it is so career-focused. I did a two-month internship at Inclover Magazine...and four months at the Australian Centre for Education and Training.”
Xenia Sanut, Monash Arts graduate Policy & Engagement Officer, Australian Public Service
There are four main parts to the degree:
Arts Major
Choose from 30+ areas of study including languages, history, psychology and sociology.
Arts Minor/Electives
You can choose to complete a minor to deepen your knowledge of a secondary area of study, or Arts elective units across personal interests.
Professional Futures
Customise your own professional journey according to your career interest across four areas, and build the skills and abilities employers value and seek.
Free Electives
Explore, experiment and customise your degree by adding in different subjects inside or outside of the faculty.