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Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad)

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Overview

The Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) can be used for many purposes, and in some cases, effectively provides an additional major. It requires you to do at least seven papers, of which at least four are at 300-level or above. The programme is designed for graduates and may be completed by full-time candidates in one year or by part-time candidates over more than one year.

A DipGrad is a great way to retrain or to update existing qualifications. Many students also find it a convenient way to continue learning and that it is a useful bridge to postgraduate study.

See the Diploma for Graduates website for more details.

Available endorsements:

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Programme requirements

Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) endorsed in Buddhist Studies

Papers required

Note: Endorsement may require enrolment in papers totalling more than 120 points, depending on the extent of prior study in relevant subjects and whether the student wishes to be eligible for postgraduate study in the subject of endorsement.

Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) endorsed in Criminology

Papers required

Note: Endorsement may require enrolment in papers totalling more than 120 points, depending on the extent of prior study in relevant subjects and whether the student wishes to be eligible for postgraduate study in the subject of endorsement.

Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) endorsed in any subject specified as a major subject for BA, BAppSc, BTheol, BSc, BCom (excluding Tourism), BHealSc

Papers required
  • Approved papers from those prescribed at 300-level for the major subject or endorsement requirements for the subject concerned and/or from those available at a higher level in the subject concerned.
  • Of the 72 points required above 200-level for the programme, a minimum of 54 points shall be from papers for the subject concerned, but papers worth up to 72 points may be required for certain subjects.
  • Other papers at 100- and/or 200-level in the subject concerned may also be required in some cases as a condition of endorsement.

Note: Endorsement may require enrolment in papers totalling more than 120 points, depending on the extent of prior study in relevant subjects and whether the student wishes to be eligible for postgraduate study in the subject of endorsement.

Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) endorsed in Advertising

Papers required
  • MART 333  Creative Marketing Communication
  • MART 469  Advertising Planning and Concept Development
  • At least 18 MART points at 300-level or above
  • 72 further points, including at least 18 at 300-level or above

Note: Admission to this programme is subject to approval from the Head of the Department of Marketing.

Note: Endorsement may require enrolment in papers totalling more than 120 points, depending on the extent of prior study in relevant subjects and whether the student wishes to be eligible for postgraduate study in the subject of endorsement.

Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) endorsed in Sports Business

Papers required

Note: With permission, LAWS 442 may be substituted for one of the elective papers. For further advice see here.

Note: Endorsement may require enrolment in papers totalling more than 120 points, depending on the extent of prior study in relevant subjects and whether the student wishes to be eligible for postgraduate study in the subject of endorsement.

Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) endorsed in Tourism

Papers required

Note: Endorsement may require enrolment in papers totalling more than 120 points, depending on the extent of prior study in relevant subjects and whether the student wishes to be eligible for postgraduate study in the subject of endorsement.

Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) endorsed in Dentistry

Papers required
  • CLDN 910 Research Evaluation and Design
  • CLDN 920  Clinical Practice - Research Evidence

(for students withdrawing from a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry programme).

Note: Endorsement may require enrolment in papers totalling more than 120 points, depending on the extent of prior study in relevant subjects and whether the student wishes to be eligible for postgraduate study in the subject of endorsement.

Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) endorsed in Information and Communications Technology

Papers required
  • COMP 270  ICT Fundamentals
  • COMP 371  ICT Studio 1
  • COMP 372  ICT Studio 2
  • COMP 373  ICT Studio 3
  • COMP 390  ICT Industry Project
  • Two further approved papers from a relevant area at 200-level or above, totalling at least 30 points

Note: Admission to the programme and elective papers are subject to approval. For further advice see here.

Note: Endorsement may require enrolment in papers totalling more than 120 points, depending on the extent of prior study in relevant subjects and whether the student wishes to be eligible for postgraduate study in the subject of endorsement.

Regulations for the Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad)

  1. Nature of the Diploma

    The Diploma for Graduates is a justifiable and academically feasible programme of study, designed for graduates and others with equivalent qualifications or experience, who require additional training with or without the objective of undertaking postgraduate study in that discipline; or training in another discipline without the necessity to undertake another full degree programme; or who wish to extend their knowledge of an area of study or bring it up to date; or who wish to gain the equivalent of an additional major subject; or who wish to satisfy the requirements of an external professional body.

  2. Admission to the Programme

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Senate.
    2. Every applicant shall
      1. be a graduate; and
      2. have attained a satisfactory standard of academic performance; or
      3. have submitted evidence satisfactory to the Senate of previous training and experience appropriate to the planned programme of study.

  3. Subjects of Study

    The diploma may be taken in any subject or combination of subjects which constitutes a justifiable and academically feasible programme, taking into account the prior qualifications and experience of the candidate concerned. The papers to be included shall be decided in consultation with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) or nominee and the heads of the academic units concerned.

  4. Structure of the Programme

    1. Every programme of study for the diploma shall
      1. consist of papers worth at least 120 points;
      2. include at least 72 points for papers at or above 300-level;
      3. include such other work as may be prescribed in particular cases.
    2. The Diploma may be endorsed in any of the subjects defined in the Schedule of Endorsements if the programme includes the requirements specified in the Schedule.
    3. Students who have been granted credit for study elsewhere that has not been counted towards any other qualification may include up to 60 points for such credit in a programme. The credit may be at 100- or 200-level only, except in the case of students participating in the Student Exchange Programme, who may be credited with papers at 300-level or above.

  5. Duration of the Programme

    The programme may be completed by full-time candidates in one year, or by part-time candidates over more than one year. Any paper in which a candidate is enrolled in any year shall be examined in that year.

  6. Variations

    The Senate may in exceptional circumstances approve a course of study which does not comply with these regulations.

    Note: All enquiries should be sent to the Programme Director, dipgrad@otago.ac.nz

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