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Diploma of Communication/Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

ProviderDeakin College
Course code: VTAC9190110582Higher education providerStudy area: Medical StudiesData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesPlease check the official website.

Course overview

The Diploma of Communication / Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) (Pathway) offers a wide range of unit choices that give you flexibility when entering the second year of a relevant Deakin University degree. Enter directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) with majors in Criminology, Media Studies, Film and TV Studies, Strategic Advertising, Social Media, Media and Communication, Public Relations Studies, Visual Communication Design at Deakin University after successful completion of the Diploma of Communication.

Course record

Career Opportunities
Following the completion of your bachelor major in psychology, taking the next step towards becoming a psychologist involves applying for an honours year (e.g. Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)). Once completed, you can then apply for provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). For a detailed list of career outcomes, please see the following webpage: https://www.deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-arts-psychology
Majors
Criminology, Film and TV Studies, Media Studies, Media and Communication, Public Relations Studies, Social Media, Strategic Advertising, Visual Communication Design.

Entry requirements

Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

Current Year 12 graduates

Educational outcomes considered for selection

Successful completion of an Australia Year 12 (or equivalent).

For example:

  • VCE Certificate (or interstate equivalent)
  • VCE VM
  • IB Diploma
  • NZCEA
  • VET Certificate IV or above

SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme)

Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS).

Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application.

For further information go to Deakin College SEAS information and the Deakin College website

Recent Year 12 graduates

Resume

Applicants with work and life experience must submit a resume, including details of any paid, unpaid, voluntary, school based, full or part-time work and the contact details of one or two professional or personal referees to support your application.

Visit our website for more information.

Applicants with Higher Education study

Entire academic record

This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

Prerequisite

Non year 12 applicants

Minimum requirement: Certificate IV or above

Applicants with VET study

Applicants with work and life experience

VTAC Personal Statement

Applicants with work and life experience are encouraged to submit a personal statement.

Visit our website to see what to include in your personal statement.

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Student profile

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Campuses & intake dates

  • Melbourne Burwood CampusVIC