University of Newcastle

Course Level

Diploma

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Diploma in Arts and Social Science

The Diploma in Arts and Social Science prepares students for a wide range of career options; and provides them with a foundation for further studies associated with a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Criminology, Bachelor of Development Studies, Bachelor of Global Indigenous Studies, or a Bachelor of Social Science.It is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program which offers a broad range of core and directed course options in the chosen area of study.

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
Callaghan	Full-time - 1 years Part-time - 1 years	N/A	50
Ourimbah	Full-time - 1 years Part-time - 1 years	N/A	50

Campus

Duration

Fees

ATAR

Callaghan

Full-time - 1 years

Part-time - 1 years

N/A

Ourimbah

Full-time - 1 years

Part-time - 1 years

N/A

Structure

The Diploma in Arts and Social Science requires the completion of 80 units (made up of 10 unit courses). The program is comprised of 30 units of core courses, 10 units from Course list A, and 40 units from Course List B.

Subjects

Society and Culture, Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Communication, Criminology, Development Studies, Global Indigenous Studies, Sociology.

Entry requirements

The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, vocational/professional experience, and completed enabling programs. To be considered for admission, applicants must have an unadjusted ATAR (or equivalent) of 50 or above.

Study Pathways

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.