Online Courses Handbook 2003

304170 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Communication and Cultural Studies

GradCertCCS(Curtin)

Introduction
The course provides basic training in a specific discipline offered within the School. It is designed for those with a degree intending to acquire additional qualifications in order to move into a different field or increase professional knowledge and expertise.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
An approved bachelors degree or higher, or equivalent in a disciplinary area different from those undertaken in the bachelor degree program.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is of one semester full-time duration or equivalent part-time. Some areas, such as performance studies, may require substantial attendance on campus and evening classes cannot be guaranteed.

Course Organisation
This course is equivalent to advanced study in one of the several major areas of study in the School's Bachelor of Arts program. Students specialise in one of the School's major areas of study - Australian and Intercultural Studies, Creative Writing, Cultural Studies, Gender Studies, Literary Studies, Performance Studies, Professional Writing and Presentation, or Publishing Practice. Students must consult the Course Coordinator regarding an individual program of study.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 100.0

100.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

304172 v.2 Communication and Cultural Studies Graduate Certificate Seminar 500 3.0 25.0

304173 v.2 Communication and Cultural Studies Graduate Certificate Seminar 501 3.0 25.0

304174 v.2 Communication and Cultural Studies Graduate Certificate Seminar 502 3.0 25.0

304175 v.2 Communication and Cultural Studies Graduate Certificate Seminar 503 3.0 25.0

304176 v.2 Communication and Cultural Studies Graduate Certificate Seminar 504 3.0 25.0

304177 v.2 Communication and Cultural Studies Graduate Certificate Seminar 505 6.0 50.0

304178 v.2 Communication and Cultural Studies Graduate Certificate Seminar 506 6.0 50.0

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