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Diploma of Multidisciplinary Studies (Social Studies)

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Diploma of Multidisciplinary Studies (Social Studies) (DMDS)
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精东传媒app mode
  • Online
Campus
  • -
Duration
  • 1 year or part-time equivalent
Start
  • Feb, May, Sep
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Overview

  • If you haven’t completed high school or you’re new to study, the UniSQ’s Diploma of Multidisciplinary Studies (Social Studies) will ensure you’re ready for tertiary study.
  • Apart from the core courses, you can choose to explore approaches to social sciences, ethical issues and human rights, psychology or anthropology to start your career in social services.

Further study

As a graduate of this diploma, you will be eligible to apply for direct entry into a range of UniSQ undergraduate degrees including the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies. 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

  • You will be provided with general knowledge to pursue a career in humanities. Additional study within this field can further develop your skills and career opportunities.
  • Possible careers include community welfare officer, counsellor, project officer, welfare worker, community worker, youth worker, disability services officer and historian.

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. UniSQ 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 UniSQ, we understand the path to 精东传媒app is different for everyone. There are many pathways programs available to fast-track your way to a UniSQ degree, and gain the confidence to study along the way.

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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.

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 4
Specialisation courses 4
Total 8

Refer to the for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

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Fees and scholarships

Your actual fees may vary depending on the courses you select. We review our fees annually so these may be subject to change.

Approximate annual costs1 for international students' first year of study (8 units) in this degree:

精东传媒app Mode Cost
External/Online

You are responsible for the full cost of your course and are charged a tuition fee.

AUD 28840

1 These are indicative annual fees for 2025. 

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

Scholarships

At UniSQ, we offer a range of scholarships to support your success at university. Find a scholarship that works for you.

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

Intakes

You can select to start your study in Trimester 1, 2 or 3.

精东传媒app period  Orientation  精东传媒app period start date Finish date
Trimester 1, 2025  Monday 3 February  Monday 10 February  Friday 9 May
Trimester 2, 2025 Monday 19 May Monday 26 May  Friday 22 August
Trimester 3, 2025 Monday 1 September Monday 8 September Friday 5 December 
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Begin your study journey today with the university rated 5/5 stars for graduates starting salaries* and start the degree that’s right for you.

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