National Priority Courses
Online courses designed to develop new skills and achieve your career goals
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts. We aim to deliver outstanding teaching, research and engagement that enriches our arts communities and contributes to an understanding of the social, cultural, environmental and economic challenges of our time.
In light of the emerging COVID-19 situation and continuing policy statements from the State and Federal Government, the University is adopting a series of changes to reduce rates of infection in the community. The health and wellbeing of our community is of paramount importance. Therefore, all University events have been postponed or cancelled from midnight, Tuesday 17 March. Thank you for your understanding as we endeavour to keep our community members safe during this uncertain time. More information.
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How Arabic is a window on the world
A University of Melbourne expert's chance find in a Damascus bookshop is a reminder that to study Arabic is to be drawn into a wide, vibrant multicultural world
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Episode 72: Pushing back against plastic waste in Indonesia
In Indonesia, pollution from plastics is reaching crisis levels. How did Indonesia get into this predicament, and who will clean up the mess?
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German 1 (GERM10004) Winter intensive (Online)
Do you want to be able to communicate with almost 76 million people throughout the world who speak German?
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Modern Slavery, Fashion and Consumer Awareness research and online survey
Professor Natalya Lusty and Dr Harriette Richards are undertaking research into consumer awareness around modern slavery in Australian fashion.
The Faculty of Arts is widely recognised as Australia's premier Arts faculty, with our high place in the Times Higher Education world rankings reflecting our continuing commitment to excellence. The Faculty teaches over 9500 students, employs over 450 staff and offers more than 600 subjects across 40 fields of study.
Study in the Faculty of Arts
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Undergraduate
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) offers a flexible approach to studying the humanities, social sciences and languages.
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Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences
For graduate coursework, graduate research and executive education in over 40 disciplines across the humanities and social sciences.
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Honours
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is a specialised year of study for students who have achieved academic excellence in their undergraduate degree
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How Arabic is a window on the world
A University of Melbourne expert's chance find in a Damascus bookshop is a reminder that to study Arabic is to be drawn into a wide, vibrant multicultural world
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Episode 72: Pushing back against plastic waste in Indonesia
In Indonesia, pollution from plastics is reaching crisis levels. How did Indonesia get into this predicament, and who will clean up the mess?
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German 1 (GERM10004) Winter intensive (Online)
Do you want to be able to communicate with almost 76 million people throughout the world who speak German?
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Modern Slavery, Fashion and Consumer Awareness research and online survey
Professor Natalya Lusty and Dr Harriette Richards are undertaking research into consumer awareness around modern slavery in Australian fashion.
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Science needs to look inward to move forward
Robust research depends on encouraging more open and transparent practices – experts in metascience at University of Melbourne are working out how to do it
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Global Arabic Studies: Lessons from a Transnational Asian Heritage
Arabic studies should go beyond the Arabic world to include Arabic language, culture, script and literature through Asia.
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Episode 6: Bringing insect eating to the mainstream: Securing a sustainable food supply?
Insect eating has the potential to alleviate food insecurity in many countries.
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Dean's Honours List for 2019 announced
Each year, the Dean's Honours List recognises the highest achieving students in the Faculty of Arts who have demonstrated exceptional ability in one or more disciplines in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
In light of the emerging COVID-19 situation and continuing policy statements from the State and Federal Government, the University is adopting a series of changes to reduce rates of infection in the community. The health and wellbeing of our community is of paramount importance. Therefore, all University events have been postponed or cancelled from midnight, Tuesday 17 March. Thank you for your understanding as we endeavour to keep our community members safe during this uncertain time. More information.
Research in the Faculty of Arts contributes to a greater understanding of the society in which we live. Our research is diverse, spanning over almost forty disciplines which range from history and philosophy to creative writing, linguistics, language studies, media studies, criminology, and social policy.
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Research showcase
The research showcase is focused on four research themes that cross subject-specific boundaries. These themes illustrate what the Faculty holds to be important in terms of quality, excellence, scholarship and research outcomes.
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Research centres and groups
The Faculty of Arts contains many research centres, networks and groups that undertake a wide range of research across many disciplines.
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Digital Studio
The Digital Studio in Arts West (Building 148) provides dedicated collaborative, project and informal spaces for researchers, students, collaborators and industry partners.
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Research support
This section provides support and information on early career research opportunities, research publications and research ethics.
Research contact
News and events
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Dean's Honours List for 2019 announced
Each year, the Dean's Honours List recognises the highest achieving students in the Faculty of Arts who have demonstrated exceptional ability in one or more disciplines in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
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Indonesia Rising? (ASIA90018)
Apply now to participate in this online intensive subject, with participating staff and students from Universitas Indonesia in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Comparative Social Policy (SOCI90003)
Apply now to participate in this online intensive subject, with participating staff and students from Universitas Gadjah Mada in Jogjakarta, Indonesia.
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Social Policy and Development (POLS90056)
Apply now to participate in this online intensive subject, with participating staff and students from Universitas Gadjah Mada in Jogjakarta, Indonesia.
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Spanish 1 (SPAN10001) Winter intensive (Online)
Do you want to be able to communicate with almost 500 million people throughout the world who speak Spanish?
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50 Words Project
This project aims to provide fifty words in every Indigenous language of Australia.
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AI, Ethics and the Law LAWS10009
This new breadth subject for Bachelor of Arts students uses interdisciplinary perspectives to investigate AI, ethics and the law.
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Moving Truths: Kimberley Lee
The Moving Truths series showcases pieces of writing by Faculty of Arts students on the topic of Global Migration.
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National Reconciliation Week Creative Showcase
The Faculty of Arts is calling for submissions from students for National Reconciliation Week Creative Showcase
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Moving Truths: Elizabeth Kuiper
The Moving Truths series showcases pieces of writing by Faculty of Arts students on the topic of Global Migration.
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Moving Truths: Mariah Papadopoulos
The Moving Truths series showcases pieces of writing by Faculty of Arts students on the topic of Global Migration.
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Partnerships
The Faculty of Arts is committed to developing mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships with Australian and international business, government, and non-government organisations.
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International Engagement
International Engagement aims to enhance teaching and research relationships with colleagues around the world. It covers a wide variety of projects embedded in the Indonesia, Latin America and China, as well as key international partnerships and research / commercial international engagement opportunities.
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Alumni and friends
With over 83,000 Faculty of Arts graduates worldwide, our network of alumni and friends make a significant and valuable contribution to the broader community through leadership and excellence.
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Community Education
Traverse the span of human history and culture with our Short Courses and Melbourne Masterclasses.
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Work with us
The Faculty of Arts offers casual academic appointments throughout the year. Information on how to apply through the Casual Recruitment Registration System can be found in this section.
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Make a gift
Your generosity makes an enormous difference to the development of our students, providing them with the opportunities to enrich and extend their learning.
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Schools
The Faculty of Arts is comprised of one graduate school and five academic schools.
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Engage with our staff
A list of professional Engagement staff within the Faculty of Arts.
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Leadership
The Faculty is led by the Dean and supported by the Faculty Executive Director, and the Faculty Executive.
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Schools and research centres
The Faculty of Arts is home to the Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences, five academic schools, more than 20 research centres and the Digital Studio.
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Strategy and Initiatives
Shaped and owned by the Faculty, the Strategy Map will guide our efforts as we seek to achieve our aspirations.
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Arts West Gallery
Arts West Gallery aims to enrich the educational experience of our students and the broader community through meaningful exhibitions that showcase the value of the humanities, languages and social sciences.
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Facts and history
For 160 years, the Faculty of Arts has adapted to a changing job market and the changing needs of students.
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Indigenous strategy
The Faculty of Arts is committed to benefitting the peoples, cultures and economies of Melbourne, Australia, the Region and the world.
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Arts West
Arts West is the Faculty of Arts’ principal teaching building and the most significant infrastructure project in recent years.
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Contact us
Contact details for future students, alumni, the media and more.