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Overview

• Pursue your passion and create new career possibilities with the Diploma of Arts, which offers a flexible introduction to university study without the commitment of a full bachelor degree.
• Customise your education to suit your career goals and self-expression by selecting from a diverse range of courses, including criminology, creative writing, international relations, history, English literature, psychology, legal studies, and more.
• Benefit from career and employment linkages, with courses designed to enhance professional skills and make you more employable. Explore and fine-tune your career direction in a fully supported learning environment.
• Enjoy the flexibility to study online or on-campus, full-time or part-time, allowing you to balance work, life, and family commitments while gaining transferrable skills sought after by employers, such as teamwork, adaptability, communication, creative thinking, and problem-solving.

Majors in the Diploma of Arts

• Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (Extended)
  

  Create data science solutions, develop skills in data modelling, storage, retrieval, AI, and analyse privacy and ethics issues.

• Anthropology
  

  Explore how understanding human societies and cultures can address social issues like inequality and sustainability, while developing critical thinking and practical skills.

• Archaeology
  

  Study archaeology to uncover human history, from ancient migrations to recent societies, through hands-on training and expert guidance.

• Counselling Practice
  

  Develop counselling skills, emphasize cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed practice, and pair studies with interests like HR, physiology, or criminology.

• Creative Writing
  

  Develop creative writing skills, experiment with diverse genres, and connect with vibrant writing communities to produce compelling narratives.

• Criminology and Criminal Justice
  

  Explore the complexities of crime and justice by studying social and psychological factors, forensic psychology, and interdisciplinary criminology and justice studies.

• Digital Media
  

  Explore digital media, master creative tools, and build industry-ready skills through hands-on projects in communication, design, and animation.

• Documentary Production
  

  Learn to craft impactful documentaries, master production skills, and build a professional portfolio guided by industry experts and real-world projects.

• Drama
  

  Develop performance skills through acting, directing, and stagecraft, explore dramatic literature and theatre history, and gain professional experience via internships and projects.

• English Literature
  

  Develop critical arguments, research, and writing skills, explore classic and contemporary literature and prepare for diverse careers with cross-cultural understanding.

• Environment and Sustainability
  

  Study climate science, ecology, and sustainability, develop interdisciplinary skills, and combine majors to pursue diverse environmental and resource management careers.

• First Nations Australia
  

  Explore how Indigenous cultures have shaped Australia, gaining cultural competence and skills to support respectful, informed engagement with First Nations communities.

• History
  

  Explore major global events, sharpen your analytical and research skills, and gain a deeper understanding of how history influences societies, cultures, and contemporary global issues.

• International Relations
  

  Explore global systems, diplomacy, and security while building critical skills to analyse and address today’s most pressing international challenges and humanitarian issues.

• Journalism
  

  Master journalism by telling impactful stories, gaining real-world experience, and learning from industry experts across digital, print, and broadcast media.

• Legal Studies
  

  Gain a deep understanding of how Australian law evolved, its societal impacts, and build critical legal thinking, research, and interpretation skills for real-world application.

• Marketing
  

  Capture your audience’s attention, communicate your product value, and successfully convert and retain customers.

• Music
  

  Explore music theory, performance, and digital composition while building creative, technical, and entrepreneurial skills for a dynamic career in the contemporary music industry.

• Photojournalism
  

  Capture the world through a powerful lens – develop storytelling, photography, and digital media skills to create compelling, ethical, and impactful visual journalism.

• Physiology and Human Movement
  

  Gain a deep understanding of how the human body functions, how movement impacts health, and how to promote wellbeing through safe, inclusive physical activity.

• Politics
  

  Explore how governments function, power is exercised, and policies are shaped, while developing critical thinking and media literacy for today’s political landscape.

• Professional Communication and Advertising
  

  Develop industry-ready communication skills to craft persuasive campaigns, engage audiences, manage reputations, and boost your career versatility.

• Professional Photography
  

  Learn professional photography across genres, build a standout portfolio, gain industry experience, and master digital, creative, and business skills

• Psychology
  

  Study psychology with unique courses in cultural and clinical areas, combine with other fields, and gain critical thinking and communication skills for diverse career paths.

• Social Justice and Enterprise
  

  Study community welfare and social justice by exploring advocacy, human rights, and social change, while building skills in communication, conflict resolution, and critical analysis.

• Software Application Development
  

  Develop software solutions with real-world tools, master programming in Python and C++, and explore cutting-edge web and mobile technologies.

• Visual Arts Curation
  

  Study the art of curation by exploring visual storytelling, cultural practices, and the evolving role of art across industries like media, design, and education.