Course flexibility while studying amongst the locals
To be eligible to graduate from this program, you are required to successfully complete 8 courses (96 units) over two semesters.
Each semester you will be required to enrol in 4 courses (or 48 units) from USC's extensive course catalogue.
The courses on offer are taken directly from within several of USC's undergraduate programs, which means you have the opportunity to enrol in classes with the locals, while having the flexibility to choose your preferred courses.
Head to the What will I study? tab to see all the courses you can choose from.
Graduate with an award and celebrate your achievements
Students who successfully complete the Diploma in General Studies program are eligible to
- Graduate with an (AQF) Diploma
- Participate in the USC Graduation ceremony, and/or
- Participate in the International Ceremony of Completion
Apply for credit and complete your program in one semester #
USC offers eligible students the opportunity to apply for the Diploma in General Studies with up to 50 percent credit transfer#, which gives students the opportunity to complete the program in one semester.
# To be eligible, students with recognised prior tertiary studies must apply for and receive credit transfer into the Diploma in General Studies.
- Students can apply for credit for up to 4 courses (or 48 units)
- If 4 courses of credit transfer are granted, students will be required to successfully complete the remaining 4 courses (48 units) at USC to graduate
- Eligibility of credit transfer can only be assessed once an application has been received