Diploma in Global Issues (DipGI)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
1600
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Diploma in Global Issues.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must be enrolled in another program offered by the university; and have completed 16 units of study at the university with a GPA of 5. International students can undertake the concurrent diploma but they must ensure that the programs are completed within the time frame of their student visa.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 6700
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the mySI-net Undergraduate Diploma Request page.
Closing Date
Applications must be lodged via SI-net by Friday prior to Orientation week for the relevant semester.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Email: sbs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 7487
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
1600
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Diploma in Global Issues.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must be enrolled in another program offered by the university; and have completed 16 units of study at the university with a GPA of 5. International students can undertake the concurrent diploma but they must ensure that the programs are completed within the time frame of their student visa.
CRICOS Code: CONCURR
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 22350
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004 Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Diploma in Global Issues?
This is an undergraduate-level multi-disciplinary concurrent program taught by the University of Queensland in conjunction with the Universities of Melbourne, British Columbia (Canada), Nottingham (United Kingdom), Lund (Sweden), and Tecnologico de Monterrey (Mexico). The program is designed to address the demands of undergraduate students with an interest in global studies and who wish to combine this study with a degree at the University of Queensland. Objectives of the program are for graduates to gain: knowledge of the current theoretical principles relating to globalisation; an ability to evaluate and synthesise the literature relating to the globalisation, and its relationship to environmental, economic, political and social change; an understanding of the interconnectedness between individuals, societies, and countries by encouraging students to consider the cultural, environmental, economic and political dimensions of globalisation. Students are expected to complete a portion of the program through at least one other partner university, whether online or by studying overseas on exchange. With six universities to choose from, applicants can take advantage of the program's innovative structure, learning about global issues in a truly global context.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Diploma in Global Issues.
Placement courses
While the program does not involve placement courses, it does offer the students an opportunity to take a semester of exchange with a U21 partner. This program will enhance the university?s outgoing exchange program.
Honours
Honours is not available for this program.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must be enrolled in another program offered by the university; and have completed 16 units of study at the university with a GPA of 5. International students can undertake the concurrent diploma but they must ensure that the programs are completed within the time frame of their student visa.
Additional application information
To receive a certificate from the U21 for the program, a student must complete four courses at a partner university (which can include the core courses)
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the mySI-net Undergraduate Diploma Request page.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Applications must be lodged via SI-net by Friday prior to Orientation week for the relevant semester.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must be enrolled in another program offered by the university; and have completed 16 units of study at the university with a GPA of 5. International students can undertake the concurrent diploma but they must ensure that the programs are completed within the time frame of their student visa.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: CONCURR
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 6700
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 22350
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Diploma in Global Issues
To complete the Diploma in Global Issues, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
Students are required to complete #16 comprising: #2 from Part A - Core The remaining units from Part B or courses offered by the U21 partners in the program. Of the #16, #4 must be taken at a partner university. Maximum units that can be taken at a partner university is #10
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Diploma in Global Issues.
