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Diploma of Arts (Stage 2), Leading to Bachelor of Journalism

Navitas Group - South Australian Institute of Business and Technology (SAIBT)

Australia,South Australia

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 32,800/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Oct 2025

Apply Date

Australia, South Australia

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 2001

Total Students: 0 +

Int. Students: 1,010 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

City East CampusLevel 4 Brookman Building, North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Diploma of Arts (Stage 2), Leading to Bachelor of Journalism

Program Overview

Diploma of Arts (Stage 2)

An introduction to contemporary issues in society, culture and communications that impact areas such as human services, creative industries, art and design
Learn the foundation concepts that will accelerate your progress into your chosen degree
Study with confidence in small class sizes and personalised teaching methods
Dedicated academic and personal support services to assist with your success
Student leadership opportunities to grow your skills further

Students successfully completing the Diploma of Arts will be granted entry into the second year of a Bachelor of Journalism at Adelaide University.

Leading to: Bachelor of Journalism

The Bachelor of Journalism at Adelaide University gives you the expertise to tell impactful stories across multiple media platforms.

You’ll develop skills in news gathering, writing and multimedia production. You will learn how to record and edit audio and video content, write for online audiences and create immersive journalism using the latest technologies. Sharpen your critical analysis skills and develop your own long-form journalism project. Learn to navigate ethical challenges in journalism and understand its significance in shaping public understanding.

Hands-on experience is a cornerstone of this program. You’ll engage in real-world projects like creating a news segment which will provide you with industry skills. Graduate prepared for diverse range of careers including as a reporter, feature writer, podcaster or media analyst.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Undergraduate Pathway

Application Processing Days

3 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

36 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
feb 2025		Closed
jun 2025		Closed
oct 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 32,800 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Navitas Group - South Australian Institute of Business and Technology (SAIBT)

CAD 29,710 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.5 - 5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 46.0 Minimum Writing - 14.0 Minimum Speaking - 14.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 42.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Guaranteed 15% Next Generation Scholarship

Enrol in the Foundation Studies Program, or a Diploma Program and receive a 15% scholarship, if you accept your offer before the cut-off dates and meet all:

Academic conditions
English conditions
GSR conditions

Important Dates:

June Intake: Accept your offer by 16 June, 2025
October Intake: Accept your offer by 4 August, 2025

Progression Scholarships to Adelaide University
10% Adelaide Partner Award	Eligibility criteria: guaranteed for all packaged Eynesbury and SAIBT students who successfully progress to their chosen University degree.
15% Adelaide Merit Scholarship	Eligibility Criteria: Foundation Studies Program score: 380/500 or above. Diploma Program GPA of 4.5 or above.
25% Adelaide Emerging Leaders Award	Eligibility Criteria: Foundation Studies Program score: 410/500 or above. Diploma Program GPA of 5.5 or above.
50% Adelaide Academic Excellence Scholarship	Eligibility Criteria: Limited places available, and high academic achievers will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Terms & Conditions:

Students must meet all conditions and accept before the cut-off dates to be eligible, the specific program amount will be applied as a credit to students second trimester of study, scholarships apply to the first 8 modules of the Diploma programs, recipients will not be entitled to the Navitas Family Bursary, or any other scholarship, bursary, incentive, or discount, if you apply to defer or change your studies at any point in your packaged program, SAIBT reserve the right to re-assess.

All scholarships are subject to change, none are guaranteed until all conditions for entry are met.

Work Permit

PGWP

Students who have completed their studies in Australia can apply for a Post Study Work Permit or a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to continue working in Australia post the completion of their study programs. As an international student, one can apply for the visa but not later than six months after completing your course. But to be eligible, you must meet the Australian Study Requirements, which include a minimum of 16 months of stay in Australia and a completing 92 weeks of a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

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