This full-time course includes 24 hours of face-to-face instruction per week.

• Students studying an 8 month diploma will study 4 x 4.5 unit topics per study period supported by core skills classes in language, numeracy and study skills. 
• Students studying a 12 month diploma will cover the same content over three study periods with the final study plan determined by topic availability.  
• In addition, students can attend between 2 to 6 hours of support classes per week.

Working in small groups with dedicated educators you will be exposed to English, Numeracy and Study Skills while learning specialist knowledge that will launch you into your destination degree. Learning will be collaborative and engaging using the latest transition pedagogy techniques. 

Students in the Flinders University Academy will be supported to develop their emerging identity in an Australian context. They will also work closely with students enrolled across the Academy to explore common areas of study and to facilitate transition to the Australian university environment.  

Support classes provide students with further opportunity to accelerate their learning and focus on skill areas that they would like to improve. These classes can provide tailored English language content and activities to prepare students for the field of study in their destination degree.

The Diploma in Creative Industries will lead to destination degrees in the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences: 

• Taught by specialists, focussing on the needs of international students, and embedded in the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences for a seamless transition to your destination degree.
• When you successfully complete your diploma, you will go straight into year two of your destination bachelor’s degree.  
• After a further 2-3 years of study, students will graduate with a Flinders degree in the Creative Industries and will be ready to embark on their career or further study.
• This diploma will introduce you to the diversity of fields and careers within the Creative Industries.

Explore the links below to your destination degrees options for the Diploma in Creative Industries:

Bachelor of Creative Industries (Digital Media)
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Film and Television)
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Interactive Design)
Bachelor of Tourism and Events Management
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Media and Communication

Upon successful completion of your diploma, you will be eligible for a full duration 20% scholarship on your destination degree. Check here to find your eligibility.