Diploma in Communication Extended - Creative Industries (7149)
- Approved Abbreviation: DipComm
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 7149
- AQF Level: 5
CRICOS Code: 096996A
This program applies to students who commenced in 2021 or later.
Students should follow the program structure for the session start date relevant to the year they commenced.
This program is delivered by Western Sydney University, The College as an agent of Western Sydney University.
This Diploma is a pathway into further studies in the Creative Industries. It includes electives in major areas of study such as Communications, Design, Creative Writing, Journalism and Screen Media, with core subjects in the business and legal aspects of working in the Creative Industries. Preparatory subjects guide students’ transition to university-level study. Students who successfully complete this Diploma articulate into the Bachelor of Creative Industries with up to one year (80 CPs) equivalent of advanced standing.
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Western Sydney University, The College
Study Mode
One and a half years full-time (four terms).
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| The College - Nirimba Education Precinct | Full Time | Internal | See above |
Admission
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 subjects listed in the pathways below.
Students are categorised into three Pathways. See individual links below for detailed program structure.
Local Recent School Leavers and Non-Credentialed Applicants
Term 1 Intake
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Students must pass all the Preparatory subjects (WSTC Prep) for which no advanced standing will be granted in the University degree program. | ||
| Students must pass 40 credit points from the following Preparatory subjects (WSTC Prep) prior to enrolling in the University level subjects. | ||
| Term 1 of study | ||
| LANG 0034 | Essential Skills for Academic Success (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0002 | Academic Skills for Communication (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| HUMN 0009 | Cultural Perspectives (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0004 | Communication and Media (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| Term 2 of study | ||
| LANG 0003 | Academic English (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0015 | Communication Practices (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 1021 | Media Cultures and Industries (WSTC) | 10 |
| Term 3 of study | ||
| COMM 1011 | Data, Mediation and Power (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1009 | Enterprise Leadership (WSTC) | 10 |
| Select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects: | 10 | |
| Introduction to Journalism (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC) | ||
| Public Relations Theory and Practice (WSTC) | ||
| Image Design (WSTC) | ||
| Term 4 of study | ||
| COMM 1033 | Writing Ecologies (WSTC) | 10 |
| DESN 1019 | Visual Storytelling (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1011 | Financing Enterprises (WSTC) | 10 |
| Select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects: | 10 | |
| Introduction to Screen Media (WSTC) | ||
| Organisational Behaviour (WSTC) | ||
| Advertising: An Introduction (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC) | ||
| Total Credit Points | 140 | |
Term 3 Intake
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Students must pass all the Preparatory subjects (WSTC Prep) for which no advanced standing will be granted in the University degree program. | ||
| Students must pass 40 credit points from the following Preparatory subjects (WSTC Prep) prior to enrolling in the University level subjects. | ||
| Term 1 of study | ||
| LANG 0034 | Essential Skills for Academic Success (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0002 | Academic Skills for Communication (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| HUMN 0009 | Cultural Perspectives (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0004 | Communication and Media (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| Term 2 of study | ||
| LANG 0003 | Academic English (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0015 | Communication Practices (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 1021 | Media Cultures and Industries (WSTC) | 10 |
| Term 3 of study | ||
| COMM 1033 | Writing Ecologies (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1009 | Enterprise Leadership (WSTC) | 10 |
| Select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects: | 10 | |
| Introduction to Screen Media (WSTC) | ||
| Image Design (WSTC) | ||
| Organisational Behaviour (WSTC) | ||
| Advertising: An Introduction (WSTC) | ||
| Term 4 of study | ||
| COMM 1011 | Data, Mediation and Power (WSTC) | 10 |
| DESN 1019 | Visual Storytelling (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1011 | Financing Enterprises (WSTC) | 10 |
| Select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects: | 10 | |
| Introduction to Journalism (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC) | ||
| Public Relations Theory and Practice (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC) | ||
| Total Credit Points | 140 | |
International Students
Term 1 Intake
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Students must pass all the Preparatory subjects (WSTC Prep) for which no advanced standing will be granted in the University degree program. | ||
| Students must pass 40 credit points from the following Preparatory subjects (WSTC Prep) prior to enrolling in the University level subjects. | ||
| Term 1 of study | ||
| LANG 0034 | Essential Skills for Academic Success (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0002 | Academic Skills for Communication (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| HUMN 0009 | Cultural Perspectives (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0004 | Communication and Media (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| LANG 0026 | English for International Students 1 (WSTC Prep) | 0 |
| Term 2 of study | ||
| LANG 0003 | Academic English (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0015 | Communication Practices (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 1021 | Media Cultures and Industries (WSTC) | 10 |
| Term 3 of study | ||
| COMM 1011 | Data, Mediation and Power (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1009 | Enterprise Leadership (WSTC) | 10 |
| Select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects: | 10 | |
| Introduction to Journalism (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC) | ||
| Public Relations Theory and Practice (WSTC) | ||
| Image Design (WSTC) | ||
| Term 4 of study | ||
| COMM 1033 | Writing Ecologies (WSTC) | 10 |
| DESN 1019 | Visual Storytelling (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1011 | Financing Enterprises (WSTC) | 10 |
| Select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects: | 10 | |
| Introduction to Screen Media (WSTC) | ||
| Organisational Behaviour (WSTC) | ||
| Advertising: An Introduction (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC) | ||
| Total Credit Points | 140 | |
Term 3 Intake
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Students must pass all the Preparatory subjects (WSTC Prep) for which no advanced standing will be granted in the University degree program. | ||
| Students must pass 40 credit points from the following Preparatory subjects (WSTC Prep) prior to enrolling in the University level subjects. | ||
| Term 1 of study | ||
| LANG 0034 | Essential Skills for Academic Success (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0002 | Academic Skills for Communication (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| HUMN 0009 | Cultural Perspectives (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0004 | Communication and Media (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| LANG 0026 | English for International Students 1 (WSTC Prep) | 0 |
| Term 2 of study | ||
| LANG 0003 | Academic English (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0015 | Communication Practices (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 1021 | Media Cultures and Industries (WSTC) | 10 |
| Term 3 of study | ||
| COMM 1033 | Writing Ecologies (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1009 | Enterprise Leadership (WSTC) | 10 |
| Select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects: | 10 | |
| Introduction to Screen Media (WSTC) | ||
| Image Design (WSTC) | ||
| Organisational Behaviour (WSTC) | ||
| Advertising: An Introduction (WSTC) | ||
| Term 4 of study | ||
| COMM 1011 | Data, Mediation and Power (WSTC) | 10 |
| DESN 1019 | Visual Storytelling (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1011 | Financing Enterprises (WSTC) | 10 |
| Select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects: | 10 | |
| Introduction to Journalism (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC) | ||
| Public Relations Theory and Practice (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC) | ||
| Total Credit Points | 140 | |
Equivalent Subjects
The subjects listed below count towards completion of this Program for students who passed these subjects in 2022 or earlier.
HUMN 1018 Everyday Life (WSTC), replaced by HUMN 1067 Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC)