Diploma of Arts

Provider:
Course Code:
DipA
CRICOS Code:
093565D
Qualification Level:
Diploma
Course Area:
Creative Arts
Duration:
1-Year
Study Mode:
Part Time, Full Time
Location:
Perth WA, Western Australia, Australia
Course Fees:
AUD 13,700 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
On Campus
Target:
Domestic, International
Intake:
February, July

Course Overview

The Diploma of Arts (DipA) is a 1-year undergraduate pathway award into the Sheridan Bachelor of Arts. There are also credit pathways from the Diploma of Arts into the undergraduate programs at Edith Cowan University, Alphacrucis College, Avondale University and Christian Heritage College.

Course Structure

The Diploma of Arts (DipA) comprises 8 units of study. To fulfil the requirements of this award, you will need to complete a minimum of 24 credit points.

Common Core units (3 units):
As a Sheridan DipA student, you will take three core units common to all DipA students:
  • A core Arts unit - a unit on creative thinking.
  • A core Research unit - a unit on academic and professional communication skills. 
  • A core Christian Studies unit - a unit introducing the Christian faith. 
Elective units (5 units):
You will also choose elective units from a wide range of disciplines, such creative writing, literature, economics, geography, history, family history, sociology, foreign languages, marketing or management.

If you are considering a particular discipline as a major for future study, we recommend ensuring that you take two units from that discipline during your Diploma. 

Entry Requirement

Admission Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements
  • Completed the WACE w/ ATAR of 70 (or its equivalent as determined by the Academic Council) or;
  • Completed the WACE and a university preparation course authorised by an Australian university, or;
  • Completion of a recognized university foundations course, or;
  • Completed a VET Certificate IV in a relevant discipline, or;
  • Provided a portfolio (applicants are asked to contact the Sheridan Registrar for information regarding portfolio entry).
Minimum Age to Apply Applicants must be at least 17 years of age or older.

Language Requirement
IELTS Score (Minimum) A minimum IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no individual band less than 6.0 is required. 

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