Deakin University
Associate Degree of Arts
University can be a challenge, which is why we have designed a course that offers you a supported learning environment and a guaranteed pathway into Deakin’s Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Criminology or Bachelor of International Studies. The Associate Degree of Arts teaches you the learning skills you need to be successful at university, including communication, digital literacy, critical thinking and teamwork skills.
From day one you will be a part of the Deakin community and campus atmosphere. From your first trimester, you will also complete units from your target degree (depending on which stream you choose) to ensure you are ready to transition into your bachelor degree.
Choose from the general, criminology or international studies streams and learn how to navigate university in a supportive learning environment. You will experience smaller class sizes with world-class teachers in our state-of-the-art facilities.
Are you interested in studying at university but not sure you meet the entry requirements for a bachelor degree?
Deakin’s Associate Degree of Arts is the perfect stepping stone to university study. You will benefit from supported entry into tertiary study, while building your confidence and skills to complete your target degree.
In addition to foundation units, you can follow your passions by choosing from a range of electives including:
- advertising
- anthropology
- design
- English – children’s literature
- English – creative writing
- history
- international relations
- journalism
- media studies
- professional experience and practice
- public relations
- sociology
- visual arts.
Studying an associate degree prepares you to successfully complete further university study setting you up for a wider range of career opportunities.
