Arts undergraduate diplomas
Major in an area of study offered by Monash Arts
Our undergraduate diplomas allow you to pursue an interest in an area of study from Monash Arts concurrently with a degree at Monash or another Australian institution.
Diplomas are available in almost every area of study. It is the equivalent to a full major (8 units), and generally adds a further year to the length of studies. Unfortunately, these part-time courses are not available to international student visa holders.
Further diploma information is available below.
Diplomas on offer
To the right you can select from our range of undergraduate diplomas, or see a list of diplomas.
Course length
For most students the diploma will add one year to your studies and will be completed alongside your main degree over a three to four year period.
The time may be reduced if you receive credit for units already completed in your degree, or if the course allows you to complete summer or winter units.
High-achieving students may be able to reduce the time required for completion by overloading in later years.
Credit for previous study
Students may be eligible for a maximum of 24 points of credit for units previously completed. Please submit an application for credit with your diploma application. See student forms, to download an application.
Entry requirements
To be eligible to apply for an undergraduate diploma course you must be currently enrolled in a degree or double degree at Monash University or another recognised tertiary institution.
New to Monash
In addition to the requirements above, you must meet the minimum entry requirements for Monash University. You must also gain approval from your home institution to study an undergraduate diploma with Monash Arts. Your home institution must complete ‘Section E' of your diploma application. Non-Monash students must provide certified copies of official transcripts and proof of citizenship with their application.
Current Monash Students
If you are not sure which faculty manages your course, please refer to the University Handbook entry for your course.
Monash Arts courses
If you are in a course managed by the Faculty of Arts you may apply for entry from the start of your undergraduate degree. You have until the start of the final semester of your undergraduate course to apply.
Course from other Monash faculties
You must gain approval from your managing Faculty to study a diploma with Monash Arts. Some faculties, for example the Faculty of Law, require students to complete at least 48 points of study and have a credit average (60 or above) in their studies before approval will be granted to study a diploma. Please check with your managing faculty if there are any additional requirements you must meet to qualify. See Monash faculties
How to apply
1) Complete a Monash Arts Diploma Application
Undergraduate Diploma Application (rtf)
Undergraduate Diploma Application (pdf)
2) Gain Approval from home faculty or institution
Your managing faculty or tertiary institution must approve your application prior to submission to Monash Arts Student Services. They must complete ‘Section E' of your diploma application. Current Monash Arts students can skip this step. For Faculty contact details, See Monash Faculties
3) Submit form to Faculty of Arts Office
See Contact Arts Student Services