Diploma of Arts and Communication (UniLink) (8 months)
Want to know more about humanity, societies and cultures? The Diploma of Arts and Communication (UniLink) gives you an alternative pathway into higher education. You'll learn in a supportive and friendly university environment that prepares you to make meaningful social change.
Study Arts and Communication to learn about significant issues in today’s society. Better yet, you'll study how to address these issues and make a difference in the world. You'll learn how to do this as an individual and as part of a collaborative team.
Develop creative skills and research-based knowledge. Use critical thinking to offer solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. Learn about the ethical principles and cultural competencies that shape modern thinking. Get practical strategies for improving your oral and written communication. Discover how content creation and digital literacy spread messages in a tech-driven world. This diploma will prepare you for further study in the arts, media and communications.
Over 8 months, you’ll study content that is similar to a bachelor degree, but in smaller class sizes – so you'll have more one-on-one time with your teachers. When you finish your UniLink diploma, you can move straight into a Bachelor of Media and Communications at Swinburne, adding no additional time or money to your studies.
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Duration
8 months full-time or equivalent part-time
Intakes
Hawthorn (February, June, October) - View application and start dates
Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time
VTAC course codes
- 3400211011 (CSP)
- 3400211503 (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
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
| 2023 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) |
$14,281 | $14,281 | See how your SSAF is calculated |
| Full fee |
$15,136 | $15,136 | See how your SSAF is calculated |
How do I pay my fees?
FEE-HELP is a loan given to eligible full-fee paying higher education students to help pay part or all of their tuition fees. The Commonwealth Government pays the amount of the loan directly to Swinburne.
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
- VCE: Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 20 in any English or English as an Additional 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