Graduate Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution (GDipMedConfRes)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5455
Faculty
Campus
St Lucia
Location
Melbourne, St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent. Applicants are required to submit curriculum vitae with academic and two professional references.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 13100
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 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 Australian students
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Email: sbs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 7487
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5455
Faculty
Campus
St Lucia
Location
Melbourne, St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent. Applicants are required to submit curriculum vitae with academic and two professional references.
CRICOS Code: 062634G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 18300
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 UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
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 Graduate Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution?
This program provides students with the knowledge and practical skills to negotiate, mediate, manage and resolve issues and support decision making in the commercial, community, workplace, environmental, construction, family, building, health and educational areas. It draws on current practices to deal with conflicts ranging from small individual disputes to large scale, international, and multi-party conflicts.
The multidisciplinary nature of conflict resolution is reflected in this program, which will appeal to those with diverse backgrounds and cultures. The program provides important knowledge and skills for those from a wide range of backgrounds: students come from disciplines including law, medicine, business, social science, education and the arts.
What you can study
The program includes core courses on mediation and negotiation and a wide variety of electives. The mediation course complies with the new Australian Mediator Accreditation Standards and after completing this course, students will be eligible to be assessed so that they can be accredited. Students can tailor their programs to suit their individual needs, and may choose to focus on communication skills, international conflict resolution, business and workplace dispute management or family dispute resolution. Placement opportunities are also available.
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent. Applicants are required to submit curriculum vitae with academic and two professional references.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences.
Click here for application procedures for Australian 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.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent. Applicants are required to submit curriculum vitae with academic and two professional references.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 062634G
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.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 13100
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$ 18300
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.
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 2010 Fee Rules.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution, 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.
#8 from Part A and #8 from Part B from the Masters of Mediation and Conflict Resolution list or for students enrolled in the field of Family Mediation, #16 units from the field as specified in the program list.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.
