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GD-LAWLP v.2 Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice

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Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. The Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice is a specialised practical legal training course aimed at law graduates. Satisfactory completion of the course is a prerequisite for a law graduate to be eligible for admission to the legal profession in Western Australia as a lawyer. Course Accreditation This course has been approved by the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia. Professional Recognition Students may be eligible for membership to the Law Society of Western Australia. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

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GD-JOURL v.1 Graduate Diploma in Journalism

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Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. This course is designed for people seeking specialist, contemporary journalism skills and knowledge that will equip them to work in the media industry. Students will be introduced to key journalism concepts and develop valuable communication and research skills. They will produce journalism across a range of media platforms using industry-standard facilities and technology. Students will experience work integrated learning as reporters for the Curtin journalism news website, Western Independent. Additional Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

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GD-INTRNS v.1 Graduate Diploma in International Relations and National Security

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Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. This course provides the skills, knowledge and understanding of both contemporary international relations and the sub-discipline of security studies, as well as advanced skills in research and analytical thinking. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

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GD-INFLIB v.1 Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies

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Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. This course is for graduates who wish to gain a professional level qualification in the field of librarianship. Students are introduced to professional principles, attitudes and practice. Course Accreditation Graduates are eligible for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association. Professional Recognition Graduates are eligible for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials. Course Overview Note Regular and reliable Internet access is required as is access to a Microsoft Windows operating system.

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GD-HUMRES v.1 Graduate Diploma in Human Resources

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Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. This course is designed for students who wish to embark on a career in the human resource management/industrial relations field who have successfully completed all requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Course Accreditation This course is accredited in Australia by the Australian Human Resources Institute. Career Opportunities Graduates generally find employment in areas that reflect an interest in or focus on human resource management activities in the middle managerial levels. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

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GD-HLTHST v.1 Graduate Diploma in Health Studies

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The Graduate Diploma in Health Studies is an exit award for the Graduate Entry Master of Speech Pathology, Master of Occupational Therapy, Master of Pharmacy, Master of Nursing Practice, Master of Midwifery, Doctor of Physiotherapy, Master of Physiotherapy or Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

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GD-HLADMN v.1 Graduate Diploma in Health Administration

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Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. Course Accreditation This course is fully accredited by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM). Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

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GD-GEOSPI v.1 Graduate Diploma in Geospatial Intelligence

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Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. This course provides the tools for managing spatial data and remotely sensed imagery to analyse and begin to extract further meaning (intelligence). Along with two units on GIS and remote sensing, it is packaged with map design, web mapping and visualisation, data management, programming, and photogrammetry, ensuring a well-rounded exposure to key areas. Case studies focus on location-based issues embedded in a range of different disciplines, including biodiversity, agriculture, urban planning, mining, defence, and emergency services. It assumes little to no prior knowledge in the field and is suitable for “up-skillers” who are seeking methods to extract additional meaning from location-based events, career changers and anyone who works in industries that collect geolocated information looking to make the next step. This course is available on-campus and by distance education (via online learning) to Australian and International students. Professional Recognition Graduates may become eligible for full membership of the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute (SSSI). Career Opportunities Graduates are sought in the areas of environment, agriculture, mining and defence, both domestically and globally. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

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GD-FOODST v.1 Graduate Diploma in Food Science and Technology

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Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. The food industry is the largest industry in the world and needs highly trained professionals in food science and technology to ensure the supply, quality and safety of food. This field offers diverse and challenging careers and has been designed to provide professional training to both those already employed in the food industry and those in other science fields such as: agriculture; nutrition; engineering; environmental health; consumer science and other related disciplines. It is ideal for those wishing to increase their professional status and to diversify their career opportunities by providing an increased knowledge base in the food science and technology field. Professional Recognition Graduates of this course in Australia may be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

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GD-ENVHL v.1 Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health

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Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. This course is designed for graduates interested in the promotion of human health and welfare who wish to gain the professional skills associated with the identification, assessment, evaluation and control of environmental hazards. The course provides opportunities for professionals in environmental health, health and safety, environmental protection, health promotion and related professions to acquire knowledge and develop skills appropriate to the management of environmental health protection and safety in public, commercial, industrial and voluntary organisations. It also expands the knowledge and skills base of public health specialists and other graduates of science and related disciplines, enabling them to successfully adapt to the changing environmental health needs of communities. All students will be required to undertake an academic skills module at the commencement of the course. Professional Recognition This course is fully accredited by Environmental Health Australia and also the Western Australian Environmental Health Officers Professional Review Board. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.