Academic Entry Requirements vary according to country of origin. However, in general
Completion of Year 12 or its equivalent is the minimum entry requirement Or
Completed The College Foundation Studies course with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher.
International students must satisfy one of the following language requirements
IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each sub band Or
Completed the College EAP 4 course with a 50% pass Or
Passed The College English test with 70% or higher Or
Passed The College Foundation Studies Academic English unit at C grade level or higher for which advanced standing can be applied for.
Tomorrow belongs to great communicators and problem-solvers who can think creatively, critically and independently. This course is designed to give you the support and breadth of knowledge you need to thrive.
The Diploma in Arts provides a guaranteed pathway into the Bachelor of Arts degree. A qualification in Arts can cover a broad range of humanities subjects from writing and literature, to studies of other cultures, religions and languages.
Furthermore, this course offers a preparatory unit in Academic English that provides an additional skills base for tertiary level study. The Diploma is delivered via extended face to face hours in smaller learning environments. For additional information about majors and sub-majors please refer to the handbook entry for the Bachelor of Arts.
Students who successfully complete the Diploma in Arts may enter the Bachelor of Arts, the Bachelor of Arts (Pathways to Teaching Primary), the Bachelor of Arts (Pathways to Teaching Secondary), the Bachelor of Arts (Pathways to Teaching Birth-5/Birth-12) or the Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation) courses at Western Sydney University with up to 80 credit points equivalent of advanced standing.
Get ready to explore the fascinating world of Arts and Humanities, with over 25 majors to choose from. Whether you’re interested in International Relations or have an unwavering desire to learn more about Philosophy, this course will equip you with the critical skills needed to challenge conventional thinking.
When you successfully complete the 12-month Diploma in Arts from The College, you gain guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Arts at Western Sydney University.
This course is available to international students only. Once you’re here, our mission is to make sure you have the supportive learning environment and flexibility to transform your life. That includes smaller class sizes with greater access to one-on-one teaching and support.
At The College, we’re dedicated to your success. We know that if you’re given a supportive learning environment with a dedicated team of educators, anything is possible. Our wide range of pathway options include University Foundation Studies, Extended Diplomas and Integrated Diploma/Bachelor courses. Your success starts here.
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Course Structure
Students must pass the following three preparatory level units for which no advanced standing will be granted in the University degree program
Academic English (WSTC Prep)
Academic Skills for Arts (WSTC Prep)
Texts and Communication (WSTC Prep)
Students who want to progress to 1651 Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) must pass the following eight University level units
Foundations of Academic English (WSTC)
Diversity, Language and Culture (WSTC)
Thinking Critically About Texts and Society (WSTC)
Australian Politics and Active Citizenship (WSTC)
When Worlds Collide: European Empires and the World, c.1600-1950 (WSTC)
Everyday Life (WSTC)
Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC)
Mathematical Patterns and Relationships (WSTC)
Students who want to progress to 1652 Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary), 1706 Bachelor of Arts or 1519 Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation) must pass the following seven University level units
Foundations of Academic English (WSTC)
Diversity, Language and Culture (WSTC)
Thinking Critically About Texts and Society (WSTC)
Australian Politics and Active Citizenship (WSTC)
When Worlds Collide: European Empires and the World, c.1600-1950 (WSTC)
Everyday Life (WSTC)
Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC)
As well as one of the following University level units
Mathematical Patterns and Relationships (WSTC)
Introduction to International Relations (WSTC)
Students who want to progress to 1708 Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth-5/Birth-12) must pass the following eight University level units
Foundations of Academic English (WSTC)
Diversity, Language and Culture (WSTC)
Thinking Critically About Texts and Society (WSTC)
Australian Politics and Active Citizenship (WSTC)
Mathematical Patterns and Relationships (WSTC)
Contemporary Childhoods (WSTC)
The Developing Child (WSTC)
Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC)
Equivalent Core Units
The Core unit listed below counts towards completion of this course for students who passed this unit in 2019 or earlier.
Global History (WSTC)
Our Programs
STANDARD DIPLOMA PROGRAM
This 12-month program allows students to study the first year of their chosen degree in a more supportive environment with smaller class sizes and greater one-on-one time with teachers. On successful completion of the program, students automatically transition into the second year of the corresponding Bachelor degree at Western Sydney University.
This program may open the door to a career in:
Enterprise Leadership
Writing
Artistic Direction
Political Advisory
Digital Communications
Social Research and Policy
OSHC - $629 per year
