2021 Changes for the Diploma in Arts
We have recently completed a review of the Diploma in Arts (DipArts) and have made some changes to this program for students commencing in Semester 1, 2021.
Some of the changes were made to standardise aspects of UQ programs. Other changes were made to ensure that we have a sustainable suite of program, plan and course offerings. When viewing the course list on the Programs and Courses website, you can change which year you are viewing using the dropdown box near the top right of the list to compare the 2021 DipArts with the pre-2021 program.
As a continuing student, your choice of plans (Minors, Majors) will determine to what extent you are affected by these changes but please be assured that you will be able to complete the plan or combination of plans you have commenced.
We are here to help you plan your enrolment for 2021.
1. What is changing in 2021 for the Diploma in Arts?
- Increased options for completion: In addition to the options for a Major or two Minors, students can select from the following program structures:
- 8-unit Minor and 8 units from the DipArts course list; or
- 16 units from the DipArts course list, including at least 6 units at Level 2 or higher.
- A small number of Majors and Minors have been discontinued or restructured as new plans (see section 4)
- Classical Languages plans have been reconfigured separately as Ancient Greek and Latin
- French plans have been reconfigured separately as French and French Advanced
- Japanese plans have been reconfigured separately as Japanese and Japanese Advanced
- Streams have been removed from all language plans
- The Minor in Studies in Australian Culture Minor has been renamed to Australian Studies
- 8-unit Minors now have their own course lists
- The course list terminology of gateway, cornerstone and capstone course has been replaced by a new look course list
- There are increased Level 3 requirements in Majors to align with University policy
- A number of courses have been discontinued but there are 53 new or redesigned courses
Overview of the changes for the Diploma in Arts
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