Program Overview
The Local at University of New England is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered Online. 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 Local 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: Online
- Tuition: EUR 12,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 12,740 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Local 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
- Local and Community History
- War and Australian Society in the 20th Century
- History as Film
- Waking the Dead: Deaths, Burials and Memorials
- Heritage Conservation
- History and Museums
- Australian Frontiers: Rural and Regional Histories
- The Family in History
- Oral History
- Public History
- Understanding History
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements:
1. A candidate shall:
(a) hold a degree of a university; or
(b) hold a three-year diploma relevant to the award; or
(c) have professional standing and successful professional practice relevant to the award.
2. Admission to candidature shall be determined by the school on the recommendation of the course coordinator.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 12,740 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 12,740 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of New England 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 University of New England
University of New England
Armidale, Australia
University of New England is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-24
- Language English
- Duration 12 months