Diploma in
Arts

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Entry requirements

Key information

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Entry requirements

Key information

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Guaranteed Entry ATAR

65.00

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STAT

150.0

GPA

4.0

Pathway options

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This course is not available to international students.

SATAC

216031

CRICOS

N/A

Duration

1 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) Deferrable: Yes

Start Dates

March

July

Annual Fees

2026 : $16,992 (CSP)

2026 : (FFP)

Delivery mode

In person (Bedford Park)
Online

In person (N/A)

Practical experience

Not available

Study abroad

Not available

Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

Overview

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How to apply

Gain a sound basis of knowledge in an area of your choice via a flexible degree.

Build your knowledge base in the areas you’re passionate about, develop the complex critical thinking and problem solving skills required to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges, and learn transferable skills that are highly valued in the workplace with a Diploma of Arts.

Your career.

Potential occupations

Graduate policy officer
Editorial assistant
Communications and campaigns assistant
Assistant advocacy officer
Employment consultant

Potential employers

Government agencies
Tourism businesses
Banks
Public and private companies
Universities
Community agencies
Arts organisations

What will you study to start your career in the arts?

Study a variety of core topics and electives.

Year 1

GENERAL

In your first year, you'll study core topics and your choice of five option topics.

Year 1 - Core topics

Your first year might include the following topics. For exact topic information, visit the course Handbook.

Truth and knowledge in a changing world
Academic and professional communication
Indigenous studies: an introduction
5 option topics

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