Diploma of Arts

All students are required to complete the tertiary preparation module in their first trimester. This module does not count towards the study load or GPA, a non-graded pass is required to proceed.

This module is designed to provide students with opportunities to review, develop and practice the English language systems and skills required to successfully participate in an undergraduate degree program. Successful completion of this module is required for graduation.

In this module students will learn how to create, maintain and analyse a detailed and accurate system that displays the finances of a business or organization.

The purpose of this module is to help English as an Additional Language (EAL) students communicate effectively in the cultural and academic context of an Australian University. The module aims to improve students’ written and spoken command of English to a level appropriate for entry into first year undergraduate studies

The study of Design provides students with opportunities to develop an understanding of key design concepts and principles, and their application in environmental, graphic and/or product design.

The study of psychology helps students to understand their own behaviour, and that of others. While psychological knowledge is often applied to the assessment and treatment of mental health problems, it is also used to understand and solve problems in many different contexts.

This module provides students with opportunities to develop an understanding of Artificial Intelligence, and its impact on humanity and the way we work.

This course will develop students’ understanding of social media’s role in transforming societies globally and will prepare students to engage digitally as responsible citizens and as professionals.

In this module students will be introduced to the fundamental approaches to human communication and to the development, use and role of communication & media technologies in human society.

You will develop their understanding of linguistic and cultural diversity, including that of Aboriginal and other indigenous peoples, and explore its implications for intercultural communication in the contemporary world.

This module introduces you to a wide range of professional and technical texts, and develops students’ skills in planning, drafting, evaluating& editing both written and visual content.

In this module students will develop knowledge & skills in using industry standard illustration, image editing and page layout software to produce effective print publications for different purposes and target audiences.

Pre-requisite: Design DES001

This module introduces you to the fundamental practice-led research and creative design principles, processes, skills, and media production techniques required for use within and across a variety of digital formats.

This module introduces fundamental theoretical principles and practise underpinning various forms of public communication. It provides an understanding of the political, economic, social and technological context of organisations’ communication approaches, particularly public relations and advertising.

You will be introduced to the history & philosophy of psychology, personality psychology (including theories of personality, methods of assessing personality and individual differences), social psychology (including interpersonal behaviour, attitudes and discourse) and the major theories of human childhood development.

You will explore the underlying existence of consistent rules in the ways that nature, design & the processes of digital media software all operate and will develop an appreciation of how an understanding of these elements can empower and enrich design practice.

This module will explore film and media history as it connects to different storytelling strategies and uses of film styles.