Liberal Arts - A0502
Diploma (studied simultaneously with a bachelor's degree)
The Diploma of Liberal Arts will provide you with the opportunity to pursue in-depth study in one of the humanities or social sciences while completing a bachelor's degree or double degree in other fields.
What are the benefits of liberal arts studies?
Studying humanities develops general knowledge and specific intellectual skills relating to human thought and relations, such as the way we communicate or how the past has affected the present. Social science analyses and explains societies and the relationships of individuals within those societies. The diploma is offered in many of the Bachelor of Arts majors as indicated below.
This diploma is usually completed by students studying in faculties other than arts, however, arts students may apply to add this course after successfully completing one year.
At a glance
Course Details
Location |
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Duration |
Taken part-time over two to three years. |
Start date |
Semester one (February) |
Qualification |
Diploma of Liberal 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
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 Liberal Arts comprises of a 48 point Arts 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.
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 for 2025 is:
A$15,000
Note: see information on how fees are 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. The fees for 2025 are:
A$32,200
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.