So you want to do a postgraduate course but can't get to class?
Juggling work, family and social commitments need not hold you back from earning your qualification. UNSW Canberra offers Distance Learning for postgraduate coursework students. Gain a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Masters from UNSW, one of Australia?s Group of 8 research-intensive universities.
These unique advantages of Distance Learning explain how the learning experience can actually be far greater.
- Anywhere, anytime. Complete your postgraduate program from home, from the office or while travelling. As long as you have a broadband connection, you can study. Courses are offered during standard semester times.
- Support. UNSW Canberra?s low student-to-teacher ratio, combined with communication at your fingertips, means lecturers are accessible when you need them.
- Range of programs. We offer a diverse range of postgraduate coursework programs; see the Coursework Program Summary
- Materials. Most learning materials are accessible online, while any hard-copy items are delivered to your doorstep.
- Classmates. Online forums and blogs provide interaction with your peers.
- Library Resources. You?ll have access to one of the country?s best libraries, with many online journals and books available 24/7. Hard copy materials, including DVDs, can also be sent to you.
What courses are available?
The postgraduate courses offered by Distance, and the semesters in which they are offered, are indicated in the 2012 Course Offerings. Detailed course information is provided in the UNSW Canberra Postgraduate Studies Guide or the UNSW Online Handbook. (See University College faculty).
How much does it cost?
For up to date information, go to https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/Adfa.html
Still not sure?
If you can?t find answers to your questions in our FAQs, please contact the Flexible Learning Team on flt@adfa.edu.au or (02) 6268 9504.
For further information about specific courses, contact the School?s PG Co-ordinator:
| School of Business | pgcoord.bus@adfa.edu.au |
| School of Humanities and Social Sciences | hasspgcoursework@adfa.edu.au |
| School of Physical, Environmental & Mathematical Sciences | info-pems@adfa.edu.au |
| School of Engineering and Information Technology | seit.teaching@adfa.edu.au |
Further information
- Postgraduate by Coursework Survival Guide (pdf 2.1 mb)
- UNSW Canberra Postgraduate Studies Guide (pdf 2.1 mb)
- UNSW Online Handbook
How to apply
For information about the application process http://sas.unsw.adfa.edu.au/future_students/apply/pg_coursework.html. To apply online, go to MyUNSW.
Please pay particular attention to the closing dates for each offering.