Major structure
Overview
Your course structure
The Bachelor of Arts requires the successful completion of 24 subjects (300 points), including at least one major. Most students study eight subjects each year (usually four subjects in each semester) for three years full-time, or the part-time equivalent.
Most Arts majors, including Korean Studies, require 100 points of study (usually eight subjects) for attainment. Arts minors require 75 points of study (usually six subjects) for attainment. This means you have the opportunity to achieve two majors or one major and one minor in your course. You will also complete breadth studies and other complimentary Arts subjects.
Completing your minor
If you’re taking Korean Studies as a major, you must complete 100 points of study comprising:
- Two subjects (25 points) at level 1
- Three subjects (37.5 points) at level 2
- Three subjects (37.5 points) at level 3
Please view the Handbook for more detailed information.
Breadth studies
Breadth is a unique feature of the Melbourne curriculum. It gives you the chance to explore subjects outside of Arts, developing new perspectives and learning to collaborate with others who have different strengths and interests — just as you will in your future career.
Some of our students use breadth to explore creative interests or topics they have always been curious about. Others used breadth to improve their career prospects by complementing their major with a language, communication skills or business expertise.