The Diploma of Arts offers students diverse specialist and interdisciplinary thematic knowledge in a variety of areas including:
Media Studies, Literature and Creative Writing
Society and Digital Culture
Australian Indigenous Knowledges
Languages, Linguistics and Culture
Interdisciplinary Studies
Justice Studies, Peace and Truth-Telling
As a student, your journey through this program will also develop core communication, critical and creative thinking skills to prepare you to participate in a multi-disciplinary and global workforce.
The Diploma of Arts is ideal for anyone who wants a taste of studying arts and would like to gain a qualification but may not be ready to commit to a full bachelor's degree.
Estimated FeeAUD 14,900.00 per Semester
Duration1 Year
English Score
IELTS (6) , PTE (50)
Next Intake
02 Mar 2026
Application Fee
AUD0.00
Real Career Pathways
Work as an Urban Planner, Policy Officer, or Community Consultant.
Hands-on Training
Get practical skills with real urban design scenarios.
Industry Aligned
Accredited and taught by experts in sustainable city development.
To enrol in this course, you’ll need to meet one of the following academic requirements.
If you’re unsure, a course advisor can help you assess your eligibility.
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:
Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Australian Defence Force (ADF) members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:
Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading Seaman
Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal
Army: Private, Lance Corporal, Corporal
Current School Leaver Pathways:
Best of 3 Year 12 subject grades
School recommendation program
IELTSOverall 6, listening min. 6, Reading min. 6, Writing min. 6, Speaking min. 6
PTE50
Career Outcomes
Writer
Journalist
Media Producer
Designer
Communication Specialist
Locations
Study from vibrant campuses that offer access to industry networks, experienced faculty, and
support services to help you succeed.
Danala | Education and Community Precinct
54 Cavenagh Street
Darwin City - Northern Territory (NT)
Australia