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Diploma in Social Science Australian Catholic University, Australia

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Full Time 1 Year(s) Unit fee: $1500; Average first year fee: $12200; Estimated total cost: $12200 06-FEB-12,23-JUL-12,11-FEB-13,22-JUL-13

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Full Time 1 Year(s) Unit fee: $1500; Average first year fee: $12200; Estimated total cost: $12200 06-FEB-12,23-JUL-12,11-FEB-13,22-JUL-13
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Course summary

This course provides an opportunity for students from diverse backgrounds to study a selection of units of interest to them in a program that offers a pathway to a relevant Bachelors degree. The course is offered on a fee-paying basis and is available to international students. It is designed for students interested in a broadly-based program that integrates the study of behavioural science, sociology and Australian society with a choice of other subjects and the development of communication skills. The course assists students to prepare for a diversity of careers in the human services in government and public and community-based agencies. A student who successfully completes four or more units in the Diploma in Social Science may exit with a Certificate in Social Science. A UniAccess-International student who successfully completes eight units specified by a UniAccess program may either leave with a Diploma qualification or continue their studies with a place in the Bachelor of Social Science course.

Entry requirement for international students

Students must have a completed high School graduation with a minimum of 50 per cent pass, plus an overall academic IELTS score of 5.5 (with a minimum score of 5.0 in each test).

Australian Catholic University accepts IELTS*

* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.

Qualification

Diploma

Awarding body

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY

About Australian Catholic University

Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a public university funded by the Australian Government.  It offers a range of professionally accredited degree programs in five different cities on the east coast of Australia. The University provides students with opportunities for practical experience and community engagement while they study - as well as a high level of social and academic support. ACU graduates are academically well qualified for their chosen career read more

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  • Overview Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a public university funded by the Australian Government.  It offers a range of professionally accredited degree programs in five different cities on t ...read more
  • Campuses ACU’s six campuses are located in the state capital cities of Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, the national capital, Canberra, and the regional centre of Ballarat.  Each campus has its o ...read more
  • Faculties ACU offers a range of courses through its English Language Centre and five major faculties. They are: English Language Centre Faculty of Arts and Sciences Faculty of ...read more
  • Facilities Travelling to a foreign country to study can be a challenge. At ACU the aim is to maximise students’ learning and development opportunities and eliminate stress and anxiety. Each campus is al ...read more
  • Accommodation The International Education Office can assist students to find off-campus accommodation. The most common accommodation options for international students are as follows:    &nbs ...read more
  • Admission International students are invited to apply directly to the International Education Office.  Students can apply for admission any time prior to the course commencement date, except for the fol ...read more
  • Students Speak ACU is a well recommended university among international and local students in Australia. Mainly because it is a public university and fees are more attractive to international students compared to ...read more