Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Arts

The Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Arts at La Trobe University in Melbourne is a comprehensive double degree designed for students interested in developing both business acumen and critical, creative thinking in the arts. Over four years of full-time study, students complete a blend of business and management units, such as economics, accounting, marketing, and management, with a broad selection of arts and humanities subjects, allowing them to tailor their studies to individual interests and career goals.

The degree is structured around semesters, with studies comprising a set number of units of study accumulating to the required number of credit points for graduation. Students experience a mix of lectures, tutorials, and practical projects that foster core competences in commercial and analytical thinking, research, communication, and cultural understanding. Many business streams include opportunities for work-integrated learning or professional placement, enabling students to gain direct experience with leading Australian organisations and government bodies in Melbourne and beyond.

The flexible structure of a double degree enables students to pursue interests in areas such as sociology, languages, politics, or media studies alongside core business fields, culminating in a capstone subject or research project in the final year. This prepares graduates to effectively engage in Australia’s diverse workforce and adapt to the evolving global economy. The programme is well-suited to students who are motivated, curious, and eager to combine practical business skills with the analytical capabilities fostered by a strong arts education.

International students can demonstrate English proficiency via IELTS (6.0–6.5 overall) or equivalent, and have the benefit of Australia's work rights policies: up to 48 hours of paid work per fortnight during semester and, after graduation, eligibility to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) for post-study work opportunities. For up-to-date course information and admission details, visit the official La Trobe University or CRICOS page.

• Business analyst roles in finance, marketing, or management
• Consultant positions across private and public sectors
• Policy adviser roles in government agencies
• Communications, media, or public relations specialist
• Human resources and recruitment specialist positions
• Graduate positions in education, research, and cultural organisations
• Opportunities in not-for-profit, international development, or creative industries