Course overview
With this double degree you can apply core business skills to your creative ventures, and infuse creativity and critical thinking into business contexts.
You will learn technical skills in both your chosen disciplines, as well as transferable skills such as communication and problem-solving.
You’ll also have access to Curtin’s business, media and performance facilities. There are multiple major combinations available in this double degree – see the course structure for details.
Career outcomes
The career opportunities for arts and commerce graduates vary greatly depending on the majors completed. See individual majors for specific career options.
Hear from our students
"Recently I travelled overseas for the London School of Economics summer exchange program, which I applied for through Curtin. The program is short and intense, but very rewarding. It was exciting to explore London between classes."
Georgia Strong
Bachelor of Commerce (Economics), Bachelor of Arts (International Relations)
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Course structure
Customise your degree
Choose a major to customise your degree. Some combinations of majors may be available to be completed fully online. Check the specific course outline of each major.
Arts majors
Explore the Bachelor of Arts and choose from a range of majors that build critical, creative and communication skills.
- Anthropology and Sociology
- Chinese
- Creative Writing
- Digital and Social Media
- English and Cultural Studies
- Fine Art¹²
- Geography
- History
- International Relations
- Japanese
- Journalism
- Professional Writing and Publishing
- Screen Arts¹
- Theatre Arts¹
¹ Available only as a second major in this double degree.
² Not available to study full-time in this double degree.
Commerce majors
Explore the Bachelor of Commerce and select a major aligned with your career goals in business and industry.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
Entry requirements
To apply for entry into this course, you must have met:
- the course ATAR (Australian Tertiary Academic Rank) or equivalent recognised overseas qualification
- any course-specific requirements
- the English language requirement.
Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
Academic equivalences
You’ll need to demonstrate ATAR equivalence using a recognised qualification. The table below shows common qualifications recognised by Curtin and their indicative equivalent cut-off scores for this course.
Qualification not listed?
Find your qualification by searching for your home country to find the score you’ll require to demonstrate ATAR equivalence.
Select country:
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Australia
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Bangladesh
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Botswana
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Brazil
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Brunei
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Canada
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China
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Germany
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Hong Kong
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India
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Indonesia
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Iran
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Japan
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Kenya
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Korea
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Malaysia
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Mauritius
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Myanmar
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Nepal
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Norway
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Oman
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Pakistan
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Philippines
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Russia
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Saudi Arabia
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Singapore
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South Africa
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Spain
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Sri Lanka
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Taiwan
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Tanzania
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Thailand
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US
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United Arab Emirates
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United Kingdom
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Vietnam
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Zambia
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Zimbabwe
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Other
Get credit towards your degree
You may be able to receive credit for recognised learning (CRL) from past study or professional experience, which could reduce the time it takes to finish your course.
Check the Handbook for course-specific details about credits.
Fees
2026 International indicative fees
Indicative year 1 fee
$36,836*
Total indicative course fee
$147,344*
2027 International indicative fees
Indicative year 1 fee
$40,518*
Total indicative course fee
$162,072*
Important information about fees
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Fees are indicative only.
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*First-year fees are based on a first-year full-time study load of 200 credits. Your fees will vary depending on the units you choose.
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Tuition fees may increase by up to 8 percent each year and are subject to legislative changes.
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This indicative fee does not include other fees like administrative and incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks. Visit fees and charges for more information.
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These fees apply to international students enrolled at one of Curtin’s Australian campuses. For information about fees at Curtin’s global locations, visit the relevant campus website.
Scholarships
Get the support you need to succeed with our diverse range of scholarships. Whether it’s financial support, assistance with relocation, or recognition for your academic achievements, we have scholarships tailored to your unique needs.
Curtin Global Future Leaders Scholarship
Curtin Global Future Leader Scholarship provides eligible students a one-off credit of AUD$12,500 against the tuition fee of the course they are undertaking.
Curtin English Scholarship
When you complete a Curtin English course as a pathway into a Curtin University degree course, you will receive a one-off credit of up to AUD$7,496 towards your tuition fees.
How to apply
Follow these steps to make sure you’re eligible, prepared and ready to apply for your course.
Check entry requirements
Entry requirements differ by course and your previous work and study experience.
Prepare your documents
The documents you need may vary depending on your course and application pathway.
Check application deadlines
Deadlines vary by course and whether you’re applying as a domestic or international student.
Choose your application pathway
Apply through an agent
A registered Curtin agent will lodge your application to Curtin on your behalf. They can also answer any questions you may have about applying, courses, student visas and scholarships.
Apply directly to Curtin
Depending on your country’s requirements, you may be able to apply directly to Curtin without using an agent.
Application deadlines can vary by course. Make sure to check application deadlines before you apply.
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