- Equivalent to the first two years of a Bachelor degree
- Associate degrees are also available in business, science and medical laboratory science
- Apply for an equity scholarship
Program summary
Program title: Associate Degree in Arts
Award abbreviation: AssocDegA
QTAC code: 011101
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-19 / Rank-62
Duration: 2 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 192
USC program code: AR201
CRICOS code: 064624E. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
The Associate Degree in Arts provides an alternative entry pathway to an arts degree at USC.
This program equips you with a broad-based education in arts and social sciences, consisting of core and introductory courses, and two minors. You can study in areas such as communication studies, computer-based design, counselling studies, creative advertising, creative writing, English, geography, history, Indigenous studies, justice studies, languages, legal studies, politics and international relations, public relations and sociology. Completion of this program offers guaranteed entry to the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Social Science at USC. Entry to other programs may be possible in consultation with the faculty.
USC also offers Associate Degrees in Business, Science and Medical Laboratory Science.
Career opportunities
Arts-related fields. Refer to separate entry for Bachelor of Arts.
Scholarships
Equity scholarships are available to students enrolled in the Associate Degree in Arts. For more information, contact USC Student Administration on Tel: +61 7 5430 2890 or email: scholarships@usc.edu.au.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business for program advice
Program Leader
Dr Elizabeth Eddy
Tel: +61 7 5430 1269
Email: eeddy@usc.edu.au
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 5 required courses, 2 minor study areas (8 courses) and 3 electives.
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses, including core courses.
- Register your selected Majors and Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Required introductory courses may count toward some minors.
- Students commencing mid-year (Semester 2) can only satisfy the requirements of the Indonesian, Italian or Japanese minor, if they are exempt from Indonesian A, Italian A or Japanese A.
- It is highly recommended that students consider enrolling in relevant enabling courses.
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, refer to the Study Plan
Program structure
Core courses
Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Creative Writing B: Novel Ideas
COR110 Creativity and Literature: Chaucer to Romantics
COR111 Creativity and Literature: Victorians to Moderns
Introductory courses
Select 3 introductory courses from the School of Communication or School of Social Sciences
Minor courses
Select 2 minors (4 courses each) from the School of Communication or School of Social Sciences
Elective courses
Select 3 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
TOTAL UNITS 192
Study Plan
The Associate Degree in Arts Study Plan is for students commencing in the current semester.
Year 1
- Two (2) core courses:
One core course should be studied in your first semester and one in your second semester - Two (2) introductory electives from the School of Communication or School of Social Sciences
- Two (2) courses towards your first chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences minor
- Two (2) courses towards your second chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences minor
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Advanced News Reporting | |||
| COR110 International Communication | |||
| COR111 Research into Journalism |
Introductory courses (2)
Select 2 introductory courses form the School of Communication or School of Social Sciences
Minor courses (4)
Select 2 courses from your first chosen minor study area.
Select 2 courses from your second chosen minor study area.
Year 2
- One (1) introductory elective from the School of Communication or School of Social Sciences
- Two (2) courses towards your first chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences minor
- Two (2) courses towards your second chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences minor
- Three (3) electives from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Introductory course (1)
Select 1 introductory course form the School of Communication or School of Social Sciences.
Minor courses (4)
Select 2 courses from your first chosen minor study area.
Select 2 courses from your second chosen minor study area.
Elective courses (3)
Select 3 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
TOTAL UNITS 192