Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Arts

Anthropologists study the origin, development and functioning of human societies and cultures, as they exist now or have existed throughout history.

Anthropologists are concerned with the complexities of social and cultural life, including religion, rituals, family and kinship systems, languages, art, music, symbolism and economic and political systems.

Archaeologists study past human societies by recovering, recording, analysing and interpreting material remains and other evidence that can help shed light on the past. Archaeologists draw upon a wide range of different types of evidence, including cultural artefacts, food remains, skeletal remains, environmental evidence and landscapes.

Criminologists examine the systems by which people accused of crimes are brought to justice, attempt to explain the reasons for criminal behaviour and suggest ways crime might be reduced.

Economists perform economic research and analysis, and develop and apply theories relating to the production and distribution of goods and services and people's spending behaviour.

prEconomists advise and provide forecasts to governments and businesses on matters such as taxation levels, wages and prices, employment and unemployment, imports and exports and interest and exchange rates. They investigate international or national economic situations, or particular features such as industries or regions.

Editors read and correct written material for publication, draft and implement editorial policy, decide on the content of publications or news items and manage the production of publications and the staff involved, depending on the position they hold.

Film and television producers' assistants provide technical and other assistance for the production, recording and/or broadcasting of artistic performances.

Foreign affairs and trade officers work on the policy and operational aspects of Australia's foreign policy and trade interests.

Geographic information systems officers design, develop and customise geographic information systems and provide technical and analytical support to address issues such as environmental management, exploration and mining, land ownership and titles, urban and regional planning, utilities and asset management, and demographic marketing.

Historians conduct research into past human activity including the history of countries, organisations, periods of time, buildings, cultural heritage, particular events, people and ideas or issues.

Industrial relations officers manage employment conditions and related issues. Industrial relations officers aim to encourage employees and employers to work towards effective organisational practices. They may represent industrial, commercial, union, employer or other organisations in industrial negotiations.

Journalists write and edit news reports, commentaries, feature articles and blogs for newspapers, magazines, radio, television and websites, including online publications.

Mathematicians apply and develop mathematical principles to solve problems in all areas of the sciences, technology, social sciences, business, industry and commerce.

Music therapists provide therapeutic programs through the planned and controlled use of music to help people of all ages, including those with special needs because of social, emotional, psychiatric, physical or intellectual impairments.

Musicians write, arrange, orchestrate, perform, record and conduct musical compositions.

Political scientists study the theory, origin, development, interrelationships and functioning of political institutions and movements. They also study individual, group and mass political behaviour and the relationship between politics, society and the economy.

Psychologists study human behaviour and the processes associated with how people think and feel; conduct research and provide treatment and counselling in order to reduce distress and behavioural and psychological problems; and promote mental health and positive behaviour in individuals and groups.

Psychologists work on a broad range of issues with clients, including children, adults, couples, families and organisations.

Sociologists study the development, structure, social patterns and interrelationships of social groups and human societies.

Writers plan and write literary or other written work for publication or performance.

Writers may create original pieces of written work, which can take the form of poetry, novels, short stories, biographies, blogs, plays or film, radio and television scripts. They may also write for multimedia distribution.