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Foundation Studies (12 month), Leading to Bachelor of Development Studies / Bachelor of Media and Communication
Kaplan Group - The University of Newcastle College of International Education, Australia
AUD 31400
Annual Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
60 Month
Duration
5.5
IELTS
50%
Min GPA
Program Overview
Our Foundation Studies program is designed to strengthen your academic skills, enhance your English language proficiency, and bridge any gaps in your preparation for university study. It provides a direct pathway to more than 110 bachelor's degrees at the University of Newcastle, Australia. Successful applicants will receive a packaged offer that includes both the Foundation Studies program and the chosen bachelor's degree in the same offer. As part of the program, you will complete ten courses. Upon successful completion, you will progress directly to the first year of your selected bachelor's degree at the University.
Program Structure:
Five core courses:
- Academic English A
- Academic English B
- Digital Literacy
- Integrated Learning
- Australian Studies
Leading to: Bachelor of Development Studies / Bachelor of Media and Communication
The combined degree will equip you with the capabilities needed to develop and present clear and effective narratives and arguments across written, visual, oral and multimedia form – allowing you to speak up and record the stories of those who need to be heard
You will build experience in different forms of media that can be used in various industries – making a real difference to communities locally and around the world.
Development Studies Major:
- Cultures and Citizenship
- Environmental Sustainability
- Geopolitics and Economic Development
- Urban and Regional Development
Media and Communication Major:
- Media Production
- News Media
- Public Relations
Additional Information
Program Level Undergraduate Pathway
College/University Processing Time 3 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR) 
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XI Higher Secondary Certificate.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
31400
Tuition Fee
(AUD)
Free
Application Fee
(AUD)
29710 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(AUD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships
CIE Program Scholarships
- Up to 20% tuition fee reduction on all CIE programs; amount varies on applicant’s background, e.g. high school grades.
Excellence Scholarships* - A$10,000/year
Available to students from the following regions once progressed to their University degree:
Africa, ASEAN, South Asia, or based Onshore (any nationality).
OR
International Excellence Scholarships* - A$15,000/year
Available to students once progressed into specific:
- IT & Computer Science programs
- Management, Accounting and Finance programs
Eligibility:
To be eligible for all Excellence scholarships:
- Foundation Studies and Express Preparation Program students need to achieve an average mark of 67%;
- Degree Transfer and Degree Transfer Extended students need to achieve an average mark of 50%; and
- Pre-Master’s students will need to achieve a Credit average when progressing into their University degrees.
Rest of the World Scholarship – 10% off tuition fees/year
- Students who do not meet the above eligibility requirements but have met the minimum progression requirements will get 10% tuition fee reduction per year –worth up to A$17,575 over 4 years.
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