Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The rapid pace of change in the ways in which information is accessed, utilised and converted into knowledge means that there is a growing need for graduates with both traditional and electronic professional and creative writing skills. The goal of Lilydale's writing program is to draw together print and performance-based texts, while exploring the local and global opportunities of electronic media. The writing suite of programs builds on the expertise of the Lilydale campus in areas including: creative writing, electronic writing; information management; eCommunications and writing for learning technologies. These programs will give students access to the best materials in print and online as well as to experts in their field. Students will be supported by online mentors and tutors.
Aims & Objectives:
The aim of the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Writing) is to allow students to develop further their theoretical and practical foundation for their writing skills and to further build on their understanding of different critical and cultural theories that provide new perspectives on the process and product of the writing act. The program objectives are to allow students to: develop practical skills and insights into a range of approaches to writing about history gain insights into the practice and process of adapting different forms of writing for presentation on the screen, including television, film and CD ROM develop practical and theoretical skills and insights into creative and business writing in global culture, for example for the WWW
Course Structure:
The Graduate Diploma of Arts (Writing) is part of a nested suite of programs incorporating the Graduate Certificate of Arts (Writing). The graduate certificate consists of four units of study (500 level) and the graduate diploma consists of a further four units of study (600 level) each worth 12.5 credit points. Students who successfully complete the graduate diploma, may progress to the Master of Arts (Writing). The course is delivered entirely online and is supported with eTutors, tutorials, print materials, websites and CD-ROMs.
Units of Study:
Graduate Certificate LPW500 Critical Friends: The real and virtual support of writers (core) LPW501 Journalism LPW502 Research to Publication LPW504 Real Life Writing Graduate Diploma LPW600 Reading and Writing (core) LPW602 Writing History: People, Places and Times LPW603 Script Adaptation LPW604 Online Writing
Entry Requirements:
An appropriate undergraduate or postgraduate degree (or equivalent). Special entry through Recognition of Prior Learning, appropriate TAFE programs and/or relevant experience.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this program may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into the program with ‘advanced standing’. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to ‘Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide’ at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Further details for students considering Higher Education courses: http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm.
Course Fees:
In 2009, tuition fees for this program are based on $1500 per 12.5 credit point unit of study. In the event that a unit of study is derived from another program, the applicable fee will be that of the other program. All fees are reviewed each year and may increase without notice. The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income-contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) is available to eligible fee-paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $83,313 from 1 January 2009). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year. Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount. For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au
Application Procedure:
No applications will be assessed after the following dates: 29 May (June Intake) 28 August (August Intake) 27 November (November Intake) Applications may be posted or submitted in person at the Student Information Centre on any campus. Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: www.swin.edu.au/hed/postgrad/postgrad_application.pdf or applications can be made through the Open Universities Australia (OUA) website at: www.open.edu.au
Information Sessions:
Postgrad City Session Question Everything in the one spot Wednesday 1 July 2009 6.00pm - 8.30pm Melbourne CBD Attend the Swinburne Postgraduate Q&A night in the city to find out more about Mid-year entry for postgrad programs. Register online now www.swinburne.edu.au/citysession
Further information:
Enquire online Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794) Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au Web: www.lilydale.swinburne.edu.au
