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Diploma
No matter where you want to go, a Monash University arts degree can take you there. The flexible course structure means you can personalise the degree to suit you.
Choose the Diploma if:
- want to fast-track into second year of an arts degree at Monash University*
- want to make an immediate start on your degree
- have decided to study sociology, psychology, communications or media studies
- would like to study subjects that directly relate to your arts degree.
*Entry requirements into Monash College and Monash University apply.
A Monash College Diploma of Arts provides a pathway into the second year of a Monash University arts degree.*
Select a stream depending on your career goals and study subjects such Media and Culture, Communications and Society, Effective Writing, and Contemporary Worlds. These subjects will give you a head start for an arts degree.
Your stream options:
- Sociology
- Psychology.
We work closely with theUniversity to develop the curriculum so you will be prepared for your degree.
Five reasons to choose the Diploma of Arts:
- A pathway into second year of an arts degree Monash University.*
- Learn on campus at Clayton.
- You want to study psychology, sociology, communications or media studies and would like to make a start on your future degree.
- Receive individual attention – benefit from small class sizes and learning support.
- Study the same curriculum and assessments as first year undergraduate students.
*Entry requirements into MonashCollege and Monash University apply.
At a glance
ATAR - Part 1
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Note Lowest Selection Rank to which an offer was made in 2025ATAR - Part 2: Sociology stream/Media communication stream
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Note Lowest Selection Rank to which an offer was made in 2025ATAR - Part 2: Psychology stream
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Note Lowest Selection Rank to which an offer was made in 2025Course Details
Location |
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Duration |
PART 1: 2 trimester (8 months). PART 2: 2 trimesters (8 months) |
Start date |
First Trimester (February), Second Trimester (July), Third Trimester (October) |
Qualification |
Diploma of Arts |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
To be accepted into a Monash College Diploma, you must meet the academic and English language requirements. You will also need to check the age, subject and course prerequisites before you apply.
Prerequisite subjects
There are no additional course prerequisite subjects for this diploma.
Alternative academic entry requirements
For a full list of academic entry requirements and perquisites, by country visit the Monash College website.
Minimum age requirements
Part 1: 16 years.
Part 2: 16 years 6 months.
If you do not meet the age requirements, you may be offered a deferred place.
English requirements
Diploma Part 1
| IELTS: 5.5 overall (no band lower than 5.0) | TOEFL iBT Paper Edition: score of 46 overall with minimum scores: Writing 14, Speaking 14, Listening 4 and Reading 4 | Equivalent approved English test |
Diploma Part 2
| IELTS: 6.0 overall (Writing not less than 6.0) | TOEFL iBT Paper Edition: score of 60 overall with minimum scores: Writing 18, Speaking 16, Listening 7, Reading 8 | Equivalent approved English test |
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Making the application
Future students
Trimester one (February)
Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
Trimester two (July) and Trimester three (October)
Applications are submitted directly to Monash College
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.
Information on Monash College Diploma fees is available at the College website.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.