The History curriculum offers students the opportunity to understand the worlds of the past, to reflect on the making of the present, and to develop the capacities to locate information, analyse evidence, think critically, and communicate effectively. The discipline offers both great range and detailed attention to particular places, times, and themes. Courses extend from the medieval world to the great empires to our most immediate past; all offerings reflect the latest developments in historical research and vocational practice. INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES Students who complete the Graduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialisation should: demonstrate a detailed knowledge of several periods or cultures of the past; locate, identify, analyse and contextualise materials that provide insight into the past.; display a critical understanding of a variety of conceptual approaches, both national and international, to interpreting the past; understand the development of the discipline of History, its past and present; understand how historians relate and respond to their social, cultural and political environments; demonstrate the ability to research on a defined topic according to the methodological and ethical conventions of the discipline; articulate critical thinking skills and responsiveness to divergent historical interpretations through student-centred group work; demonstrate a high level of clarity and fluency in communication and collaboration, including oral and written presentation of evidence-based narratives and effective work in small groups; and reflect critically on the knowledge and skills developed in the study of history, and on how these might be applied to scholarship, employment and citizenship. The Graduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialization requires: three compulsory subjects (37.5 points) elective subjects (62.5 points) Total 100 points Please note: students can only take 12.5 points of elective subjects at first-year level WHO IS IT FOR? The Graduate Diploma in Arts is designed for students who have an undergraduate degree in an unrelated area of study. If you're keen for further study, or want to gain new skills, you'll be introduced to a specialized area and emerge with a fresh body of knowledge. The 12-month structure gives you an opportunity to explore a new discipline before deciding on a longer period of study - it's an ideal program because there's no assumed knowledge in your chosen area. Mix and match your subjects in the Graduate Diploma in Arts and improve your communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. After graduating, you may be eligible for a postgraduate diploma in Arts or a range of Masters by coursework. WHERE WILL IT TAKE ME? Depending on the area of study you specialize in, with a Graduate Diploma in Arts you can expect to advance in areas including: Higher research and academia Public service Private enterprise Entry-level positions. Graduates from this degree have worked as: Secondary school teacher Senior policy advisor Librarian Solicitor.