Diploma of Arts and Communication (UniLink) (8 months)
Available 2019 only
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
Duration
8 months full-time or equivalent part-time
Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time
VTAC course codes
- 3400211011 (CSP)
- 3400211013 (IFP)
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
Course structure
- 6 core units (75 credit points)
- 2 elective units (25 credit points)
Units of study
Sociology in context (SOC10011)
Marketing principles (MKT10008)
Introduction to critical thinking and research methodology (PHY10008)
Managing in the 21st century (ORG10001)
Psychology fundamentals (PSY10006)
Digital design (GRA10006)
Select one from the following:
Interactive design for web technology (GRA20011)
Economic principles (ECO10001)
20th century design (GRA20009)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Course aims and objectives and graduate skills.
Aims and objectives
- think critically and have developed analytical skills so that they can communicate effectively in academic and workplace environments
- think logically and creatively when problem-solving within various contexts
- conduct research and present findings in both written and oral formats
- demonstrate an understanding of the core principles of marketing and why sustainable marketing is relevant for any organisation in a contemporary society
- identify and demonstrate an understanding of the issues facing managers in organisations and the contexts in which they operate
- identify and understand the importance of ethical, legal and security issues in managing information.

Graduate skills
- capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
- entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
- effective and ethical in work and community situations
- adaptable and able to manage change
- aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing.
- effective communication
- teamwork
- well-developed critical analysis
- ability to tackle unfamiliar problems
- ability to work independently
Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
2021 rate* | Estimated total cost of the course | Estimated cost of the course per year if studying full-time* | Amenities fee per year if studying full-time* |
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Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) |
$13,677 | $13,677 | See how your SSAF is calculated |
How do I pay my fees?
HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to eligible students enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of the student contribution amount.
Find out more about fees.
Entry requirements
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
- completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including Certificates IV (completed), Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Associate Degrees and Degrees)
CoursepPrerequisites
- VCE: Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 20 in any English (except EAL) or 25 in English as an Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent.
How to apply
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.
Find out more
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE