300881 v.5 Graduate Diploma in Internet Studies

GradDipInetStds(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 030949J
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year

Introduction

This course provides skills and knowledge in Internet practice and an understanding of the growth, uses and future development and application of the Internet, as well as specific education in aspects of Internet use or development for information dissemination and design, communication and community-building, policy development and advanced research skills. It is designed to complement students' existing knowledge, combining a general qualification with more specific educational opportunities to learn in a way that best suits existing needs and priorities. Creative overlap between current employment and study is possible.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor degree in any field of study from a recognised tertiary education institution. Students without a bachelor degree may be admitted after successful completion of units in the Graduate Certificate in Internet Studies.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Credit may be awarded for prior learning and demonstrated existing skills.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study through flexible delivery using Internet technologies including additional class contact for on-campus students. Class contact is mandatory for international students in Australia.

Intermediate Awards 1

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:

Intermediate Awards II

Graduate Certificate in Internet Studies.

Course Organisation

Students study four general units, developing their broad skills and understandings of the Internet followed by the selection of a specialised area. Learning takes place through a mix of individual study, using materials provided by Curtin in electronicor print form and group collaboration and communication. Active student participation and immersion in the Internet environment is emphasised. Students may be permitted to transfer from this course to continue studies at a more advanced level in the Master of Internet Studies.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Special Note

Students are required to have and maintain reliable Internet access.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
300579	v.5	Web Communications 501	3.0	25.0
300580	v.5	Internet and Everyday Life 502	3.0	25.0
301498	v.3	Web Publishing 506	3.0	25.0
305995	v.2	Web Presence 509	3.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
306035	v.2	Internet Training and Development Major (Graduate Internet Studies)		100.0
		OR
306036	v.2	Internet Design Major (Graduate Internet Studies)		100.0
		OR
306037	v.2	Internet Content Management Major (Graduate Internet Studies)		100.0
		OR
308914	v.2	Internet Communications Major (Graduate Internet Studies)		100.0
				100.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal	External
2010	Bentley Campus	Semester 1		Y
2010	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2010	Bentley Campus	Semester 2		Y
2010	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y

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.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.