The University of Melbourne

Diploma in General Studies (Extended)

The University of Melbourne

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 00116K

The new Diploma in General Studies (Extended) (DiGS Extended) is designed to provide a pathway into University of Melbourne degrees for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as both school leavers and mature-age students, particularly in the Northeast Victoria and Goulburn Valley regions. The course is designed to help you build the academic skills to succeed and flourish in bachelors degrees in Agriculture, Science, Arts, Commerce , or Design. It aims to unlock your potential and prepare you for your dream career, including if your previous studies do not meet the requirements for these degrees.

Structure

  • Youll complete four subjects per semester as a full-time student, or two per semester if youre studying part-time. Each subject is worth 12.5 credit points and the course is a total of 150 credit points.
  • Full-time students will complete 12 subjects in total over 18 months, made up of four subjects per semester for three semesters.
  • Part-time students will complete 12 subjects in total over three years, made of up two subjects per semester for six semesters.

Subjects

  • Land Food and Culture
  • Exploring Science and Environment
  • Exploring Numbers and Reasoning
  • Foundation Communication Skills
  • Academic Writing and Communication

Standard entry requirements

  • Completed VCE or equivalent or
  • Completed an Appropriate VET qualification at Certificate IV or above and
  • Be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and
  • The academic capacity and potential for leadership in the community, assessed by interview and by referee reports.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Dookie No
  • Full-time : 18 months

Fee comments

Campuses: Dookie.

This course is available to domestic students only

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