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Undergraduate

Diploma of Multidisciplinary Studies (Indigenous Community Development)

Diploma of Multidisciplinary Studies (Indigenous Community Development) (DMDS)

Entry requirements
Study mode
  • Online
Campus
  • -
Duration
  • 1 year(s) (or part-time equivalent)
Start
  • Feb, May, Sep

Overview

  • ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø’s Diploma of Multidisciplinary Studies provides general study skills to make you ready for university study.
  • With a focus on Indigenous Community Development, this specialisation will develop your understanding of the issues, principles and theories needed to pursue a career in social services. 
  • You will have the opportunity to choose a number of courses within history, First Nations literacies, anthropology, or community welfare to broaden your scope of the sector.

Further study

As a graduate of this Diploma, you will be eligible to apply for direct entry into selected ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø undergraduate arts degrees. If you choose to go on to further studies some subjects that you choose could also count as credit toward your undergraduate degree.

Career outcomes

  • As a diploma graduate, you will be provided with general knowledge in preparation for a career in a number of areas within the humanities and liberal arts sector.
  • Additional study within this field can further develop your skills and career opportunities.

Entry requirements

  • 18 years or older

English language requirements

You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 5.5 with a minimum 5.0 in each subscore. ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø also accepts other English language proficiency tests, or you can apply to study with our English language partner, the , to meet the English language requirements.

Other pathway options

At ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø, we understand the path to University is different for everyone. There are many pathways programs available to fast-track your way to a ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø degree, and gain the confidence to study along the way.

Need help deciding which pathway is right for you? who can assist with any questions you might have.

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 8 units. Most courses (similar to ‘subjects’) are valued at 1 unit. To study full-time you would usually complete 4 units per study period.

Once accepted into the Diploma, you will need to complete online diagnostic tests in mathematics, e-literacy, and English communication skills to assist staff in determining your level of reading comprehension, written expression, and mathematical understanding.