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This course emphasizes hands-on learning and is led by both industry professionals and academic specialists who will guide you in building connections with creative and intellectual communities. The graduate diploma is structured as part of a tiered postgraduate program, allowing you to exit with a graduate certificate upon completing the required units. Successful completion also opens pathways to pursue a Master of Arts degree. You will gain expertise in your chosen Arts discipline, including its theoretical foundations, critical thinking approaches, and professional or creative methodologies. Learn to apply established principles and best practices while developing the ability to analyze subjects critically and respond innovatively within specific communication frameworks. Acquire skills in information gathering, evaluation, and synthesis to produce professional or creative works, while enhancing your ability to communicate effectively across various media formats. Develop self-directed learning strategies, maintain intellectual curiosity, and engage with emerging Arts theories and practices. Cultivate a global mindset by considering diverse perspectives and applying international standards to your work. Understand the interplay between local, national, and global contexts in the Arts, while respecting cultural diversity and ethical considerations when addressing community-related topics. Demonstrate professional conduct and collaborative skills in all creative and production-related activities.
Applicants require a 3 or 4 year bachelor degree in any field from a recognised tertiary education institution OR successful completion of 2 or more units in the Graduate Certificate in Arts. Students who have completed more than 50 credits of undergraduate units from a discipline area cannot choose a major in that same discipline area for this Graduate Diploma.