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Diploma of Multidisciplinary Studies (Indigenous Community Development)

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Diploma of Multidisciplinary Studies (Indigenous Community Development) (DMDS)
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Study mode
  • Online
Campus
  • -
Duration
  • 1 year or part-time equivalent
Start
  • Feb, May, Sep
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Overview

  • UniSQ’s Diploma of Multidisciplinary Studies provides general study skills to make you ready for university study.
  • With a focus on Indigenous Community Development, this specialisation will develop your understanding of the issues, principles and theories needed to pursue a career in social services. 
  • You will have the opportunity to choose a number of courses within history, First Nations literacies, anthropology, or community welfare to broaden your scope of the sector.

Further study

As a graduate of this Diploma, you will be eligible to apply for direct entry into selected UniSQ undergraduate arts degrees or the Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies. If you choose to go on to further studies some subjects that you choose could also count as credit toward your undergraduate degree.

Career outcomes

  • As a diploma graduate, you will be provided with general knowledge in preparation for a career in a number of areas within the humanities and liberal arts sector.
  • Additional study within this field can further develop your skills and career opportunities.

Entry requirements

  • 18 years or older

English language requirements

You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 5.5 with a minimum 5.0 in each subscore. UniSQ also accepts other English language proficiency tests, or you can apply to study with our English language partner, the Union Institute of Language (UIL), to meet the English language requirements.

Other pathway options

At UniSQ, we understand the path to University is different for everyone. There are many pathways programs available to fast-track your way to a UniSQ degree, and gain the confidence to study along the way.

Need help deciding which pathway is right for you? Contact our friendly team who can assist with any questions you might have.

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 8 units. Most courses (similar to ‘subjects’) are valued at 1 unit. To study full-time you would usually complete 4 units per study period.

Once accepted into the Diploma, you will need to complete online diagnostic tests in mathematics, e-literacy, and English communication skills to assist staff in determining your level of reading comprehension, written expression, and mathematical understanding.

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 4
Specialisation courses 4
Total 8

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

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Fees and scholarships

Your actual fees may vary depending on the courses you select. We review our fees annually so these may be subject to change.

Approximate annual costs1 for international students' first year of study (8 units) in this degree:

Study Mode Cost
External/Online

You are responsible for the full cost of your course and are charged a tuition fee.

AUD 28840

1 These are indicative annual fees for 2025. 

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

Scholarships

At UniSQ, we offer a range of scholarships to support your success at university. Find a scholarship that works for you.

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

Apply direct to UniSQ

Intakes

You can select to start your study in Trimester 1, 2 or 3.

Study period  Orientation  Study period start date Finish date
Trimester 1, 2025  Monday 3 February  Monday 10 February  Friday 9 May
Trimester 2, 2025 Monday 19 May Monday 26 May  Friday 22 August
Trimester 3, 2025 Monday 1 September Monday 8 September Friday 5 December 
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