Program Overview
The Foundation Program at Deakin University\xc2\xa0 is a Preparation Course programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Foundation Program programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: AUD 23,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 23,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Geelong, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Foundation Program programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Academic Communication Skills
- Intercultural Studies
- Information Technology
- Introduction to Academic Communication
- Introduction to Academic Writing
- Computer Skills
- Essential Mathematics
- Mass Communication
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completion of Senior School Certificate with a 50% GPA; or Year 11 (10 + 1) with a 70% GPA
- Successful completion of Form 5 (GCE O-levels: passes in 3 subjects with minimum E grade); or equivalent
- Completion of Senior Middle 2 with an average of 80% in 4 subjects
- Successful completion of Year 11 or equivalent
- Successful completion of O-levels: passes in 3 subjects with a minimum E grade
- Completion of KCSE with a D grade average; or GCE O-levels: passes in 3 subjects with a minimum E grade
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 23,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 23,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 23,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 23,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Deakin University\xc2\xa0 directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Deakin University
Deakin University
Melbourne, Australia
Deakin University is a public research university in the state of Victoria, Australia. Its largest campus is in Victoria's capital Melbourne, with regional campuses in Geelong and Warrnambool. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-02-18
- Start Date 2018-03-05
- Language English
- Duration 12 months