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Graduate Diploma in Cultural Studies
University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Diploma in Cultural Studies at the University of Sydney examines popular culture, media, gender, sexuality, globalisation and consumer culture, using real-world examples to analyse cultural expressions and their contextual significance. Students complete eight units of study drawn mainly from core electives, gaining insight into identity, self-expression and embodiment.
The course is taught within the Department of Gender and Cultural Studies by scholars including Professor Elspeth Probyn and Professor Catherine Driscoll. Graduates move into government, community, arts, education and communication roles.
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Course structure
Structure
- 48 credit points (8 units of study), including: a minimum of 30 credit points from core electives
- and a maximum of 18 credit points from elective units of study
Admissions
Admission to candidature for the Graduate Diploma in Cultural Studies requires: a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney with a minimum 60% average calculated over the whole degree, including a major in a relevant subject area in the humanities or social sciences, or an equivalent qualification; or completion of the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Cultural Studies with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification.
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