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Diploma of Liberal Arts


Are you considering tertiary study and concerned about handling the demands and workload involved? Learn to be a successful and self-confident tertiary student without paying HECS fees.

Liberal Arts is a broadly based humanities course, which covers areas such as literature, history, civics, environmental issues and economics as well as communication (including information technology) and study skills. It aims to develop an understanding of some of the major issues and ideas of modern society. An alternative pathway to University for adults returning to study.

Enrolment dates 2010 & 2011
Diploma of Liberal ArtsTuesday 30 November 2010
 Tuesday 7 December 2010
 Friday 21 January 2011
 Wednesday 16 February 2011
 Tuesday 22 February 2011

Enrolment is by appointment only. Please contact 9652 0611 or email vce@cae.edu.au for an appointment.


Why study at CAE?

  • Learn from highly experienced teachers with current industry skills who are experts in their fields.
  • Convenient City location, easy to get to by public transport, close to Flinders Street Station.
  • A positive and supportive adult learning environment.
  • Support services are available for those returning to study and learners from culturally diverse backgrounds.
  • Access to key resources including city library, multimedia facilities, and career counselling.

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2009 Courses

  • 21794VIC Diploma of Liberal Arts
  • 21793VIC Certificate IV In Liberal Arts

Where this course might take you

Successful completion of the first year of the Diploma may lead into the first year of an Arts degree at University. Students who complete the full Diploma are able to negotiate credits for the first year of an Arts degree with most universities, or may gain entry into an education degree. Students who complete the Diploma and gain entry into Victoria University will be exempt from the first year of an Arts degree. Download our pathways diagram here >

What you will learn

The skills and knowledge covered in this course are applied when studying at a university specifically when studying the humanities or allied disciplines. The course focuses on assisting students understand the nature of study in a tertiary education environment and the skills involved in learning in this environment.

  • Develop knowledge and skills for personal life and the needs of industry
  • Develop communication skills and self confidence in tertiary study and/or the workplace

How long is the course?

Two years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Certificate IV in Liberal Arts is awarded after one year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent)

Entry Requirements

You are eligible to apply for the diploma if you:

  • have satisfactorily completed Year 12 or an approved equivalent; or
  • can demonstrate a capacity to study at tertiary level.

Credit may be given in recognition of prior learning.

How do I apply?

Please register for the next information session
9652 0713
dla@cae.edu.au


View 2010 brochure
Download 2010 Diploma of Liberal Arts brochure

Enquiries

Phone: 9652 0713
Email: dla@cae.edu.au