Languages - A0501
Diploma (available for concurrent study alongside your degree)
The Diploma of Languages will provide you with the opportunity to complete a major in one of the languages offered by the University, while completing a single or double bachelor's degree.
It will allow you to study your chosen language starting from a number of different entry points - whether you are an absolute beginner or have studied the language in VCE or overseas. You will also an understanding of the culture and society, history and media required to effectively communicate in a language.
At a glance
Course Details
Location |
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Duration |
Taken part-time over two to three years. |
Start date |
First Semester (February) |
Qualification |
Diploma of Languages |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
This diploma must be undertaken concurrently with a Monash bachelor's single or double degree. Approval from the faculty offering the primary course of enrolment for the student is required.
Alternative qualifications and prerequisites
For other domestic and international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course based on your prior studies, use the study credit and admissions eligibility search.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
The Diploma of Languages comprises of a 48 point language major and is undertaken concurrently while completing a Monash bachelor’s single or double degree. The course is completed part time over two to three years.
The course requires you to study the equivalent of one further year of full-time study, taken part-time over three years. This means that units studied in your bachelor's/double degree cannot be credited into your Diploma of Languages or from your Diploma of Languages into your bachelor's/double degree. They can be credited to either course but not both.
Making the application
Future students
Semester one (February)
Applications are made to the faculty once the student has gained admission to another Monash University program.
Queries in regard to applications for this course should be directed to the faculty.
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
The average annual student contribution amount is:
A$4500
Note: see information on how average fee is calculated.
Fee assistance
As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:
- pay all of your student contribution upfront, or
- defer payment through the HECS HELP loan scheme.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year.
A$28,500
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.