Diploma in Indigenous Archaeology
Why study the Diploma in Indigenous Archaeology at UNE?
Diploma in Indigenous Archaeology study involves breadth, depth and complexity covering Archaeological planning and initiation of various approaches to Indigenous archaeological skills or knowledge applications across a broad range of technical and/or management requirements, together with its evaluation and co-ordination in Cultural Heritage Management. Diploma holders will be capable of self-directed application of knowledge and skills, with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques. A diploma student will participate in the development of strategic initiatives and take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others. Participation in teams both in routine work and undertaking planning and evaluation tasks is expected. Group or team coordination may be involved.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can be found working in a wide range of departments and services: within universities; in local, state and federal government and non-government agencies; and in private industry as heritage specialists.
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DURATION
1 Year Full-timeUp to 4 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 2, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education).
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International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||
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| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | |||||||||
| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education). For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). |
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| Advanced Standing | A candidate may be granted advanced standing for units passed at this or another institution which has a reasonable degree of correspondence to units listed at UNE with not more than 12 credit points of advanced standing may be granted under UNE rules. General rule shall apply to advanced standing towards the Diploma in Indigenous Archaeology. |
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| Academic Colours |
White (BCC 1) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
Advanced Standing
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Advanced Standing.
Not more than 12 credit points of advanced standing may be granted under this Policy.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to four years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidates must pass units to the value of 48 credit points. Unless otherwise permitted by the course coordinator, the program shall include not more than 18 credit points at 100-level and at least 12 credit points at 300-level.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 30 cps |
| Listed Units | 18 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Diploma in Indigenous Archaeology.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.