Diploma in Languages

Explore a world of diversity. Study languages.

Proficiency in other languages will develop in-demand skills, opening many doors to diverse careers involving travel, overseas postings and teaching, as well as opportunities in sectors that have foreign language clients, markets and stakeholders. As part of this diploma, you will be able to study a range of languages including:

Graduates often report significant personal satisfaction as one of the many rewards of learning a language. By gaining a deeper appreciation of cultural differences, you can open your mind – and your future – to exciting opportunities in Australia and overseas.

Either alongside your undergraduate degree or as a sole enrolment, you will learn how to speak, read, and write the language of your choice, while learning more about the relevant culture. Plus, exit early with an Undergraduate Certificate after completing 40 units

Course overview

Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.

In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.

Graduates enjoy diverse career opportunities, with their added qualification and language skills opening doors in Australia and around the world. Students who enrol in the diploma concurrently will only be adding one year of study to their undergraduate degree but graduating with two qualifications - a bachelor's degree and a diploma.

Career pathways using your Diploma in Languages include roles in:

• Commercial Industries
• Diplomacy and Government
• Education
• Journalism
• Professional and Literary Translation
• Law and Policy Development

Dual qualifications give an added boost to your employment chances in almost any job or industry.