Postgraduate Certificate of Arts
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Overview
Whatever your field of interest, from linguistics to philosophy, postgraduate study in Arts broadens the mind and helps you to branch out in the direction you want to grow. Students can begin with a single course, and work their way right up to a masters. Students obtain analytical and research skills valuable within professional environments, and can gain entry into the MPhil or PhD research programs.
Key features
This is a coursework program which offers graduates of any discipline the opportunity to study in the following areas in the humanities: Ancient History, Australian Studies, Ethics, History, Humanities, Linguistics, Philosophy, Shakespeare Studies, Studies in Religion, Writing, Editing & Publishing.
The program provides analytical and research skills which are valuable to students in all their professional activities.
The fields of study in Applied and Local History, Ethics,Ancient History, Australian Studies, History, Philosophy, Shakespeare Studies and Studies in Religion are not available to international students.
Location
North Ryde
UAC Code
865786 - On-campus
865676 - Distance
865706 Ancient History - On-campus
865707 Ancient History - Distance
865756 Archaeology - On-campus
865714 Coptic Studies - On-campus
865715 Coptic Studies - Distance
865717 Creative Writing - On-campus
865997 Creative Writing - Distance
865804 Human Geography - On-campus
Intercultural Language Pedagogy (Japanese) - Distance - Not available Session 2 2012
865682 Modern History - Distance
Suitable for
Those interested in an area or multiple areas of Arts and want flexibility in their degree.
Course fee
AUD $5,748 p.a. 
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
Bachelor degree and/or relevant work experience.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
No work experience required.
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above | 12 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above designated as Arts | 12 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this certificate
| 800 level or above | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | either | 12cp at 800 level or above | |||
| or | 12cp at 800 level or above including 1 specialisation | 12 | |||
Students undertaking this course can choose from the following Postgraduate Certificate of Arts specialisations:
- Ancient History
- Archaeology
- Coptic Studies
- Creative Writing
- Human Geography
- Intercultural Language Pedagogy (Japanese)
- Modern History
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
The Faculty of Arts offers postgraduate coursework programs that enable students to upgrade their skills and professional development needs for employment in a wide range of disciplines. Graduates of this program receive a qualification that will enhance their employment opportunities in all areas of the public service and private enterprise.
In the face of unprecedented change and uncertainty at both a local and global level, organisations are seeking graduates who can think critically and react positively to these changes. Graduates are in an ideal position to meet this challenge with their ability to think independently, reason logically, and communicate clearly.
