This program is delivered by Western Sydney University, The College as an agent of Western Sydney University.
This program is designed to provide students with the first year subjects included in the Social Science - Humanitarian and Development Studies degree. The inclusion of additional preparatory subjects is designed to assist students in the transition to study at University level. The Diploma is delivered via extended face to face hours in smaller learning environments.
Students who successfully complete this Diploma will articulate into the Social Science – Humanitarian and Development Studies degree with up to one year (80 credit points) equivalent of advanced standing.
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This program is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents who are aged 17 years or over and not currently enrolled in or completing Year 12 in the same year of intended admission.
International Students
IELTS 5.5 with minimum 5.0 in each sub band; or equivalent results from The College English Language Program or The College English Entrance Test; and completion of year 11 or equivalent with specified results.
Program Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 140 credit points which include the units listed in the pathways below.
Students must be enrolled in the Diploma in Social Science Extended - Humanitarian and Development Studies. Students are categorised into three Pathways. See individual links below for detailed program structure.
Students must pass 40 credit points from the following preparatory subjects prior to enrolling in the University level subjects (WSTC).
Students must pass all the Preparatory units (WSTC Prep) for which no advanced standing will be granted in the University degree program.
