Graduate Diploma in Arts (GDipArts)

Information valid for students commencing 2009

Duration

1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Commencing 2009

Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2009)
Semester 2 (27 Jul, 2009)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

16

Program code

5139

Faculty

Arts

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Arts.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 OR a GCArts in the relevant area.

Additional application information

Writing, Editing and Publishing requires a portfolio of written work. The portfolio should include approximately 10 wordprocessed pages of writing (e.g. assignments submitted in previous courses, workplace documents, creative writing manuscripts).

The fields of study in Applied and Local History, Ethics, Ancient History, Australian Studies, History, Philosophy, Shakespeare Studies and Studies in Religion are not available to international students.

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to Apply

Closing Date

To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

Apply Online

Enquiries for Australian students

Faculty of Arts

Email: arts@uq.edu.au

Phone: 07 3365 1333

Web:

Duration

1 Year full-time

Commencing 2009

Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2009)
Semester 2 (27 Jul, 2009)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

16

Program code

5139

Faculty

Arts

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Arts.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 OR a GCArts in the relevant area.

CRICOS Code: 008582G

English Proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).

view the English proficiency policy.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.

Closing Date

To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

How to apply

Enquiries for International students

International Recruitment Manager

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Web:

Enquire online

Why study the Graduate Diploma in Arts?

Whatever your field of interest, from linguistics to philosophy, postgraduate study in Arts broadens the mind and helps you to branch out in the direction you want to grow. Students can begin with a single course, and work their way right up to a masters. Students obtain analytical and research skills valuable within professional environments, and can gain entry into the MPhil or PhD research programs.

This is a coursework program which offers graduates of any discipline the opportunity to study in the following areas in the humanities: Ancient History, Applied and Local History, Australian Studies, Ethics, History, Humanities, Linguistics, Philosophy, Shakespeare Studies, Studies in Religion, Writing, Editing & Publishing. The Graduate Diploma in Arts provides analytical and research skills which are valuable to students in all their professional activities. The program provides a pathway to the Master of Arts in the chosen field of study.

The fields of study in Applied and Local History, Ethics,Ancient History, Australian Studies, History, Philosophy, Shakespeare Studies and Studies in Religion are not available to international students.

What you can study

Courses and requirements

See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Arts.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Majors/Specialisations

Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.

Graduate Diploma in Arts

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

How to apply

View International
requirements

Entry requirements for Australian students

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 OR a GCArts in the relevant area.

Additional application information

Writing, Editing and Publishing requires a portfolio of written work. The portfolio should include approximately 10 wordprocessed pages of writing (e.g. assignments submitted in previous courses, workplace documents, creative writing manuscripts).

The fields of study in Applied and Local History, Ethics, Ancient History, Australian Studies, History, Philosophy, Shakespeare Studies and Studies in Religion are not available to international students.

View Australian
requirements

Entry requirements for International students

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 OR a GCArts in the relevant area.

Visa requirements

CRICOS Code: 008582G

English proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).

View the English proficiency policy.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.

Click here for application procedures for International students.

Closing date

To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

What it costs

View International
fees and costs

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

View Australian
fees and costs

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

What you can do with a Graduate Diploma in Arts

Careers

The Faculty of Arts offers postgraduate coursework programs that enable students to upgrade their skills and professional development needs for employment in a wide range of disciplines. Graduates of this program receive a qualification that will enhance their employment opportunities in all areas of the public service and private enterprise. In the face of unprecedented change and uncertainty at both a local and global level, organisations are seeking graduates who can think critically and react positively to these changes. Students with a Graduate Diploma in Arts are in the ideal position to meet this challenge with their ability to think independently, reason logically, and communicate clearly.

Program rules for the Graduate Diploma in Arts

To complete the Graduate Diploma in Arts

To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Arts, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

A student is required to obtain #16 from the GDipArts List in the chosen field.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Related programs

Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs: