Diploma of Arts and Communication (UniLink)

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Diploma of Arts and Communication (UniLink)

Swinburne University of Technology

Australia, Melbourne

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Swinburne University of Technology

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

089744B

Campuses

Hawthorn

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines3-Mar-2026

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Duration 8 month(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 33,440 / year

Next Intake 3-Mar-2026

Diploma of Arts and Communication (UniLink)

About

Overview

Study arts and communication to learn how to address significant issues in today's society and make a difference in the world as an individual and part of a collaborative team.

Develop your creative skills and research-based knowledge, using critical thinking to offer solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. Learn about the ethical principles and cultural competencies that shape modern thinking, while you develop practical strategies for improving your oral and written communication.

Why UniLink?

Our UniLink diplomas are designed to provide a seamless connection from diploma to bachelor degree. They’re an alternative pathway – with a next gen difference! You’ll join our thriving Hawthorn campus community and gain access to all the same Swinburne facilities and support as your degree peers, with the addition of tailored support. You’ll have access to increased one-on-one time with your experienced teachers, English language development and learning support, smaller class sizes and increased class time to further develop the skills you need to succeed.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admissions

Successful completion of Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.

Non-Year 12 entry

Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees). Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply.

Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit.

Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success.

The University may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.

Subject adjustments:

A study score of 25 in any Business, any Humanities, Literature, any LOTE, Politics or Theatre Studies equals 2 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 30 in any Business, any Humanities, Literature, any LOTE, Politics or Theatre Studies equals 3 aggregate points per study.

Overall maximum of 10 points. Subject adjustment points are applied to the aggregate, not the ATAR.

Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or equivalent overseas qualification.

Assess your eligibility for entry to Swinburne

English Program Requirements

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

IELTS overall band of 5.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 5.0.
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes EAP 4 Upper Intermediate with overall 65%, and all skills 60% or above
or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.

Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.

Book your Pearson Test of English

Career

Your career opportunities

After completion of the chosen bachelor degree, graduates may find employment in a wide range industries and associated areas.

Community development officer
Government relations coordinator
Political correspondent
Campaign coordinator
Journalist
Intelligence analyst

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 33,440

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

To apply online, you will need these supporting documents

Certified copies of your previous academic results.
Certified English language proficiency test results (IELTS, PTE or TOEFL).
Letters from your school or employer.
If you do not meet the Year 12 design prerequisite a portfolio will need to be submitted for assessment (except for the Swinburne Foundation Year (Design)).
A Statement of Activity if there is a gap in study (for example, if you graduated secondary education in 2017 and are applying for one of our courses in 2019, we will require a written statement of what you have been doing in 2018).

If you are applying for credit, you must include course outlines and translated (English) copies (if required) from your previous or current course.