Program Overview

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Diploma of Arts

The Diploma of Arts provides students with an opportunity to explore a humanities or social sciences discipline. Successful completion of the course will allow guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Arts at CQUniversity.

Overview

The Diploma of Arts offers students the chance to explore disciplines that study human practices, meanings, and values at an introductory level. This prepares students for employment in various fields or further study. The course aids in developing a contemporary understanding of the human condition and how society operates.

Career Opportunities

The Diploma of Arts develops versatile communication, critical thinking, and creative skills that open pathways into diverse careers, including:

• Arts and cultural programming
• Communication and public relations
• Community and cultural liaison
• Creative writing and authorship
• Digital content production
• Environmental and urban planning
• Event and campaign coordination
• Gallery and museum roles
• Government policy and research
• Heritage and cultural services
• Media and video production
• Publishing and editing
• Stakeholder engagement
• Theatre and creative industries production

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when students want to study. Students can choose the intake that best suits them.

Available Locations

• Online
• Rockhampton

Course Details

Students must complete eight units (48 credits), including:

1. The core structure (2 units)
2. Six units from within the Bachelor of Arts

Unit Details

The units studied include:

• Introduction to Study and Professional Practice
• Communicating for Social Change

Requirements

To be eligible, students must meet the following entry requirements:

1. Rank Threshold: ATAR 60.00 | SR 60.00
2. Entry Requirements: View the Entry Requirements, including English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for this course.

During Study

While not needed to apply, students will need to meet the following requirements throughout their studies:

1. Inherent Requirements: View Inherent Requirements for this course.
2. Security Requirements: View Security Requirements for this course.
3. Health Requirements: View Health Requirements for this course.

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

$17,392 (2026 Indicative) (CSP)

Commonwealth Supported Places

This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available. As a domestic student, students will be offered a CSP, provided they meet CSP eligibility requirements.

HECS-HELP Loan

Students may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if they are offered a CSP.

Other Study Costs

Part of the course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). There may also be other costs, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations.

Scholarships

CQUniversity offers a variety of scholarships and bursaries to help with expenses and enhance employability.

How to Apply

To apply, students should:

1. Check they meet the course requirements.
2. Get a Unique Student Identifier.
3. Submit their ApplyCQU application.

Application Options

• New students apply via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).
• Current or past CQU students apply directly to CQU.
• Students applying via the Principal's Recommendation Scheme follow specific guidelines.
• Students changing to CQU apply via the ApplyCQU portal.

Extra Admission Information

Prior to applying, students should check important application dates and learn about admission considerations, such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach, and performer support.