Graduate Diploma in Arts (Ancient and Medieval Studies)

Course 069-AC (2008)

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Year and Campus: 2008
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Level: Graduate/Postgraduate

Contact

Graduate Enquiries, Arts & Music Student Centre Rm 104 (Ground Floor) Old Arts Building Tel: +61 3 8344 5321/+61 3 8344 6395 Fax: +61 3 9347 0424 Email: arts-gradstudies@unimelb.edu.au
Course Overview:

The graduate diploma is similar to an undergraduate major and offers a comprehensive program of study in ancient and medieval studies. The course is suitable for general interest or professional development purposes and does not require a research project or thesis.

Course Coordinator:
Dr Catherine Kovesi
Email: c.kovesi@unimelb.edu.au

Objectives:

Students who complete the graduate diploma should:

  • demonstrate a knowledge of several significant areas in the study of ancient and medieval studies
  • understand the main theories and concepts relating to these areas of study;
  • appreciate the significance of these areas and issues in the context of ancient and medieval studies as a discipline;
  • develop skills of analysis in relation to specific areas of ancient and medieval culture
Course Structure & Available Subjects:
  • a maximum of one first year subject
  • a minimum of seven second/third and/or third/fourth year subjects

A total of 100 points - subjects are 12.5 points each, unless indicated otherwise.

Subject Options:
First Year
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2008
12.500

Second/third year

Students may take the following subjects on the condition that they satisfy individual subject requirements. In some instances (for example, Music students) this will be decided on a case-by-case basis. Students are advised to check with the relevant subject coordinator.

* Offered Alternate Years
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
2
12.500
Not offered in 2008
12.50
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not offered in 2008
25
Not offered in 2008
12.50
Not offered in 2008
12.50
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not offered in 2008
12.50

Third/fourth year

Students may take the following subjects on the condition that they satisfy individual subject requirements. In some instances (for example, Music students) this may be decided on a case-by-case basis. Students are advised to check with the relevant subject coordinator .
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2008
12.500

First/second/third year
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2008
12.50
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not Offered
Not Offered
Entry Requirements:

The minimum entry requirement is:

  • an undergraduate degree in any discipline.
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Graduate Attributes: None
Notes:

Students are expected to consult with the Course Coordinator to discuss an appropriate course plan.

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