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Arts and humanities

Turn your passion into your profession.

The biggest unknown isn't what the future holds. It's discovering your place in it.

In a world of algorithms and automation, the most powerful force is human connection.

At UQ, arts and humanities students explore ideas, histories and cultures to better understand humanity – and their role in shaping it.

Discover your next step

Check out some of our most popular arts and humanities programs. 

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Bachelor of Arts

Collaborate on new ideas to improve society through art, culture, music, language, politics and more.
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Bachelor of Advanced Humanities (Honours)

Shape your studies around different humanities fields and develop expertise in areas that matter to you.
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Bachelors of Mathematics / Arts

Blend advanced mathematical knowledge with the creativity and critical thinking of the arts, allowing you to tailor your education to your interests.
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Bachelors of Business Management / Arts

Combine specialised training in business management with study in a wide range of arts disciplines.
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Bachelors of Commerce / Arts

Develop a solid foundation of business skills while exploring languages, politics, world cultures or history.
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Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Arts

Combine studies in engineering with your choice of majors from a wide range of subjects in the arts.

Can't choose?

We have plenty of degrees to explore including dual degrees for maximum career choices. 

Explore all arts and humanities degrees

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Support for every student's journey

Don’t let concerns about financial, educational or personal challenges hold you back from reaching your potential. We’re here to support your success. Explore pathways, scholarships and support designed to make university more accessible to students from different backgrounds.

Hear from our arts and humanities students

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Studying arts and humanities has let me connect with different people in surprising and unexpected ways.

Jack Bunter
Current student, Bachelor of Arts (Chinese and International Relations)
Julia Clyne

The most powerful thing that I learnt at university was the ability to think critically. I carried this ability to analyse and dissect a situation from different angles with me from the classroom to different professional scenarios with relative ease.

Julia Clyne
Graduate, Bachelor of Arts (French and Religion)

My degree helped me learn how to study films critically – what makes a good film, and what doesn’t, and I use this in my role as a programming specialist to analyse films and how they’ll work across our circuit.

Michael Raftery
Graduate, Bachelor of Arts (Film and Television Studies)

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