The University's Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy will apply.
Note: Applicants seeking admission into the Diploma of Languages for Trimester 2 must be able to provide evidence that they have sufficient proficiency in their chosen language to commence mid-year. Applications for Trimester 2 entry require approval from the Program Director who will assess that a student's proficiency is suitable for mid-year admission to this program.
International students are only able to undertake the Diploma of Languages in conjunction with a CRICOS registered degree program providing they maintain full-time enrolment in their primary degree of study and continue to progress academically.
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
English test results must be no more than two years old.
The Diploma of Languages is offered over a minimum of 2 years part-time.
The ability to communicate in other languages will help you in almost any career. You can study the Diploma of Languages along with your Bachelor degree. With this option, you will be able to continue learning a language taken at school or start a new language as a beginner while also gaining a separate second degree in another area. Alternatively, you can study only the Diploma of Languages if you are not enrolled in any degree at Griffith University (this option is not available to International students studying on a student visa).
Languages
You can specialise in one of the following languages at either the Gold Coast or Nathan campus:
Note: Applicants seeking admission into the Diploma of Languages for Trimester 2 must be able to provide evidence that they have sufficient proficiency in their chosen language to commence mid-year. Applications for Trimester 2 entry require approval from the Program Director who will assess that a student's proficiency is suitable for mid-year admission to this program.
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Chinese
You must complete a minimum of 80 credit points from the following courses including 20 credit points of Level 3 courses:
OR
Note 1: This course contains a work-integrated learning component.
You should check the pre-requisites of courses carefully before choosing your courses for study.
Italian
You must complete a minimum of 80 credit points from the following courses including 20 credit points of Level 3 courses:
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Note 1: This course is intended for Italian Language students commencing at Level 2.
Note 2: This course contains a work-integrated learning component.
Note 3: These courses are open to students who have gained approval from both their Language Coordinator and the Program Director to enrol in the course.
You should check the pre-requisites of courses carefully before choosing your courses for study.
Japanese
You must complete a minimum of 80 credit points from the following courses including 20 credit points of Level 3 courses:
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Note 1: These courses are open to students who have gained approval from both their Language Coordinator and the Program Director to enrol in the course.
Note 2: This course contains a work-integrated learning component.
Proficiency levels: Students unsure of their Japanese proficiency levels should refer to the School of Humanities, Languages and Social Science website for information.
You should check the pre-requisites of courses carefully before choosing your courses for study.
Spanish
You must complete a minimum of 80 credit points from the following courses including 20 credit points of Level 3 courses:
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Note 1: This course is intended for Spanish Language students commencing at Level 2.
Note 2: This course contains a work-integrated learning component.
You should check the pre-requisites of courses carefully before choosing your courses for study.
If you choose the Diploma of Languages in addition to your bachelor degree, you will enhance your employment opportunities throughout the world. You may also find opportunities in education and teaching, tourism and hospitality, publishing and journalism, advertising and public relations, international business and commerce, and the arts.
OSHC: 609 ($) AUD per year
