Course Level
Diploma
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 |
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.