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Diploma in General Studies

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The Diploma in General Studies (DiGS) is designed for individuals seeking to explore study options, gain guaranteed entry into University of Melbourne bachelor's degrees, and build skills in a supportive community at the Dookie campus. It offers pathways to various fields and direct entry for certain TAFE qualifications.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
1 - 1 years full-time, 2 - 2 years part-time
Course Code
D-GENST
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
ATAR
52

About this course

OverviewCourse overviewOverview

Whether you've finished high school and you're not sure what you want to do in the future, or if you're already in the workforce and want to advance your career with additional qualifications, the Diploma in General Studies (DiGS) is a great option for you.

You can build the skills to achieve at university while living in a close-knit and supportive community at our Dookie campus near Shepparton. The diploma allows you to:

  • Explore your study options before committing to a bachelors degree
  • Get guaranteed entry into a University of Melbourne bachelors degree
  • Study prerequisite subjects you may have missed in high school, including science, mathematics, business and environments
  • Earn credit towards an undergraduate degree
  • Access a range of scholarships to help you fund your living expenses
  • Explore your independence and life away from home in a close community experience
  • Build extra skills while you study by completing practical Certificate III
A PATHWAY TO MELBOURNE DEGREES

DiGS gives you the opportunity to explore a range of fields and develop your general education, and can be used as your pathway to one of the following University of Melbourne bachelors degrees:

  • Bachelor of Agriculture
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Biomedicine
  • Bachelor of Commerce
  • Bachelor of Design
  • Bachelor of Science.

Direct entry to Diploma of General Studies is available if you've completed any of the following TAFE qualifications:

  • Certificate IV in Accounting
  • Certificate IV in Agriculture
  • Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management
  • Certificate IV in Frontline Management
  • Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation

Entry requirements

52.00 - Guaranteed ATAR 2026 50.00 - Lowest selection rank 2025 (guide only)

Access Melbourne is available

Study locations

Dookie

What you will learn

Overview

Course overview

Overview

Whether you've finished high school and you're not sure what you want to do in the future, or if you're already in the workforce and want to advance your career with additional qualifications, the Diploma in General Studies (DiGS) is a great option for you.

You can build the skills to achieve at university while living in a close-knit and supportive community at our Dookie campus near Shepparton. The diploma allows you to:

  • Explore your study options before committing to a bachelors degree
  • Get guaranteed entry into a University of Melbourne bachelors degree
  • Study prerequisite subjects you may have missed in high school, including science, mathematics, business and environments
  • Earn credit towards an undergraduate degree
  • Access a range of scholarships to help you fund your living expenses
  • Explore your independence and life away from home in a close community experience
  • Build extra skills while you study by completing practical Certificate III

A PATHWAY TO MELBOURNE DEGREES

DiGS gives you the opportunity to explore a range of fields and develop your general education, and can be used as your pathway to one of the following University of Melbourne bachelors degrees:

  • Bachelor of Agriculture
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Biomedicine
  • Bachelor of Commerce
  • Bachelor of Design
  • Bachelor of Science.

Direct entry to Diploma of General Studies is available if you've completed any of the following TAFE qualifications:

  • Certificate IV in Accounting
  • Certificate IV in Agriculture
  • Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management
  • Certificate IV in Frontline Management
  • Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation

Credit for prior study or work

Earn credit towards an undergraduate degree

How to apply

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