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Total subjects
8
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$9,300
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CSP Available
Yes
Credit available
Yes
Applications Close
- 25 Jun 23
Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.
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Degree structure
Core subjects
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Degree details
Upon completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Apply generic skills for academic purposes relevant to your field of study underpinned by principles of academic integrity
- Identify, analyse, and transmit knowledge and specialised skills by learning independently and collaboratively
- Express ideas and perspectives for academic purposes relevant to your field of study
- Demonstrate a scholarly approach to communication and problem-solving skills
The Diploma of University Studies is a pathway program for bachelor level study.
Higher education via OUA
Successful completion of any 2 OUA open access subjects of study at the equivalent AQF level, unless otherwise specified.
Higher education
Domestic Applicants with higher education study - Completed at least one undergraduate subject (equivalent to 12.5 UTAS credit points) within an equivalent AQF Level course or higher.
Secondary education
Completed the TCE (or equivalent).
VET studies
Successful completion of Certificate III or higher.
Work and Life
Domestic Applicants with work and life experience: If you have not successfully completed senior secondary, tertiary or TAFE/VET study, but have extensive or sustained work experience.
The University of Tasmania grants credit and recognition of prior learning that may include formal and/or informal prior learning. More information is available here.
https://www.utas.edu.au/study/apply/admission-requirements/recognition-of-prior-learning
The Diploma of University Studies is designed as an alternative entry pathway to university study. In each specialisation, students study subjects which provide the skills and knowledge related to their intended degree and are provided with additional support to maximise their chances of success. Completion of the Diploma will provide achievement at Introductory level in up to five subjects.
Specialisations offered in the Diploma of University Studies are Business and Psychological Science.
Recommended Study Pattern
For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended. If students are undertaking part-time study, we recommend that students complete all first year compulsory subjects prior to completing elective subjects to maximise success.
Completion of 8 core subjects from the schedule below:
- TAS-PSY111 Transferable Skills in Psychology
- TAS-PSY112 Brain and Behaviour
- TAS-PSY124 Mental Health and Individual Differences
- TAS-PSY125 Psychological Processes
- TAS-XAB011 Learning at University
- TAS-XAB021 Academic Writing
- TAS-XAB084 Introductory Scientific Principles
- TAS-XAB091 Academic Numeracy
Award Requirements
Satisfactory completion of 8 subjects, as required in the schedule, within 1-3 years from commencement.
Easy apply
You can apply direct through Open Universities Australia.
Once you've checked your eligibility, apply and enrol for this degree following the steps. This degree also allows you to get started with Open access.
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Choose subjects to begin your application. You can choose 1 or 2 subjects to start.
Choose how you want to start
You can apply for the full degree or if you want to start with Open access, enrol into the subjects using the ‘Single subjects’ option.
You can apply for the degree later and the subjects may be credited towards the degree.
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Provide your details and select a funding option. You can pay up-front or apply for government funding in your application.
Open access
This degree offers Open access entry, exclusive to Open Universities Australia.
There’s more than one way to get a degree. Open access allows you to start with single subjects as a way into eligible degrees, regardless of your study history.
Enrol into and complete the required Open access subjects to earn entry in this degree. Most subjects have no entry requirements, are fully government funded (if you’re eligible) and may be credited when you start the degree.
The best part? You can enrol and get started with single subjects now.