187306 v.4 Graduate Diploma in Records Management and Archives

Introduction

This course provides a basic training in records management and archives for those who have completed a first degree and who wish to work in this field. It develops an understanding of the processes of information handling and use within organisations, assists in acquiring the basic principles of records management and archives, and application to professional practice.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A degree in another discipline. As the course is heavily dependent on computer skills, applicants should develop competency in word-processing, and use of Internet browser software before commencement of the course.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

A fieldwork component, taken during the inter semester break, allows students to put into practice, in a supervised work environment, the theory gained during the first semester.

Professional Recognition

This course is recognised by the Records Management Association of Australia.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.