Graduate Diploma in Arts (Italian)

Course 069IT (2011)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2011.

This is a
New Generation course
, part of the
Melbourne Model
and is available from 2008
Year and Campus: 2011 - Parkville
CRICOS Code: 023190K
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Level: Graduate/Postgraduate
Duration & Credit Points: 100 credit points taken over 12 months full time. This course is available as full or part time.

Coordinator

Prof John Hajek
j.hajek@ unimelb.edu.au

Contact

The Graduate School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Email: arts-gradstudies@unimelb.edu.au

Course Overview:

The graduate diploma is similar to an undergraduate major and offers a comprehensive program in Italian studies. The course is suitable for general interest or professional development purposes and does not involve a research project or thesis. Graduates are provided with a pathway to higher degree study and may qualify for entry, if they receive approval from the Head of Section, to the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts.

Course coordinator:
Dr. Andrea Rizzi
School of Languages and Linguistics
Email: arizzi@unimelb.edu.au

Objectives:

Students who complete the graduate diploma should:

  • attain a high level of linguistic competence;
  • acquire the ability to communicate in Italian on a wide range of subjects;
  • develop an understanding and appreciation of various aspects of Italian literature and culture.
Course Structure & Available Subjects:
  • a combination of compulsory and elective subjects
Total 100 points - subjects are 12.5 points each, unless indicated otherwise.

Students may choose from three options available in the Graduate Diploma. Those who have completed previous study of the language will normally commence at a higher level, subject to approval by the course coordinator.

Option One

For candidates with no or very little previous knowledge of Italian.

  • Compulsory subjects A & B
  • 3 elective subjects
Total 100 points - subjects are 12.5 points each, unless indicated otherwise. Option Two For candidates with sufficient previous knowledge of Italian (equivalent to one year of Beginners Italian).
  • Compulsory subjects A & B
  • One elective subject
Total 100 points - subjects are 12.5 points each, unless indicated otherwise. Option Three For candidates with a minimum of VCE Italian (or equivalent).
  • a combination of one sequence (A, B, or C) of compulsory and elective subjects
  • five elective subjects (for sequence A)
  • four elective subjects (for sequences B and C)
Total 100 points - subjects are 12.5 points each, unless indicated otherwise.
Subject Options: Option OneCompulsory subjects A
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Compulsory subjects B
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Note: Students may take subjects from cognate disciplines relating to Italy and its culture or language as approved by the course coordinator.
Option TwoCompulsory subjects A
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Compulsory subjects B
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Note: Students may take subjects from cognate disciplines relating to Italy and its culture or language as approved by the course coordinator.
Option ThreeSequence A - compulsory subjects
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Not offered in 2011
12.50
Not offered in 2011
12.50
Sequence B - compulsory subjects
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Sequence C- compulsory subjects
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Not offered in 2011
12.50

ELECTIVES

Note: Students may take subjects from cognate disciplines relating to Italy and its culture or language as approved by the course coordinator.
Subject
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Semester 1
12.50
Not offered in 2011
12.50
Not offered in 2011
12.50
Not offered in 2011
12.50
Entry Requirements:

The minimum entry requirement is:

  • an undergraduate degree in any discipline.
Core Participation Requirements: For the purposes of considering requests for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this course are articulated in the Course Description, Course Objectives and Generic Skills of this entry.
The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Disability Liaison Unit website: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/
Further Study: Students who complete this course may be eligible for entry to:
Graduate Attributes:
  • Demonstrate in depth knowledge and understanding of selected areas of a specialisation or across discipline areas where no specialisation has been undertaken.
  • Access and appreciate national and international debates in their specialised areas of study or across discipline areas.
  • Qualify for further graduate study in the area of specialisation.
  • Qualify for employment in a wide range of occupations.
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    Links to further information: http://www.arts.unimelb.edu.au/graduate/
    Notes: This course is designed to be taken over three years on a part-time basis. This will consist of subjects totaling 37.5 points for each of the first two years and 25 points in Third Year. Candidates with no knowledge of the language will commence at the beginners' level (option one). Those who have completed previous study of the language will normally commence at a higher level (option two or option three), subject to approval by the course coordinator.

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