Postgraduate Diploma of Research Preparation (Arts)
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Overview
Many students complete a coursework degree without including a dissertation, and subsequently wish to undertake a higher degree by research.
This degree is designed to allow students to upgrade their qualifications so that they will be eligible to apply for admission to higher degree research.
Designed as a pathway to the Faculty of Arts HDR program, this degree provides you with rigorous training in advanced research skills and experience in conducting a research project.
Key features
- Offers research training, including experience in conducting independent research
- Allows for eligibility to higher degree research candidature within the Faculty of Arts
- Offered in the areas of ancient history, Asian studies, contemporary music studies, English, European literature and culture, modern history and politics and international relations.
Minimum course duration
1 year full time/ equivalent part time
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
This degree is designed for students who have completed a coursework degree and wish to enter the Faculty of Arts HDR program
Course fee
It is not possible to determine fees for this course until you have decided on a major or specialisation.
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
A four year bachelor degree OR master degree by coursework
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 | 24 |
| Completion of a specialisation from the list below |
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
Graduates typically continue on to further higher degree by research (PhD or MPhil) studies in the area of arts, humanities or social sciences.
