Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations at University of Canberra is a Preparation Course programme in Humanities over 3 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 Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations 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: 3 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: AUD 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Canberra, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations 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
- qualify for your chosen coursework Master's, and
- gain 2 units credit (6 cps) toward your linked Master's Degree
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Academic (non English language) requirements
- You will need a degree, or equivalent, as approved by the University.
- And also meet the academic requirements as specified by your choice of Master\'s degree.
- IELTS 6.0 overall
- TOEFL 550 (Paper) or 213 (Computer) with a 4.00 TWE/Essay rating or 79 (internet based) with no less than 20 in Writing, 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening and 16 in Speaking
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Canberra 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.
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