Diploma in Languages
Undergraduate
2025
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Undergraduate
2025
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Students must have completed or be currently enrolled in a Bachelor degree at the University of South Australia or at another Australian University; or be currently enrolled in or completed a recognised Bachelor or Masters’ degree or equivalent from an approved higher education institution outside Australia.
Concurrent Degree - Diploma in Languages: the Diploma may be studied concurrently by students who hold a place in any undergraduate degree at the University of South Australia or any other Australian university. The Diploma in Languages is normally taken over two to four years, depending on the student's prior experience and knowledge of the language. Students may choose to study French, Italian, Japanese, or English Language.
Mid-year entry only available to students with prior formal studies or proficiency in the language. Current UniSA students wishing to study this program concurrently should apply for entry by adding a program via this online form.
* Please note that this does not apply for students studying English Language
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This diploma is designed to complement your undergraduate qualification, increase employment opportunities locally and abroad, and ensure you have the global skills and understanding needed in today’s job market.
You will study French, Italian, Japanese or English Language (for students with English as a home or additional language) concurrently while you study your undergraduate degree. Students who already have an undergraduate degree are able to study this diploma as a stand-alone qualification.
You will also have the opportunity to immerse yourself in your chosen language and culture through our credit-bearing exchange and in-country study programs.
All students studying an undergraduate degree at the University of South Australia, or are enrolled in an undergraduate degree at any Australian university, are able to study this diploma concurrently.
Please note Japanese, French and Italian can be studied part-time only. English Language can be studied full-time or part-time.
You will undertake an in-depth study of French, Italian, Japanese or English Language (for domestic and international students with English as a home or additional language). This diploma develops your proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing in your chosen language, your understanding of the related culture and society, and offers experience in applying these in real-world situations.
This diploma increases your employment prospects - being able to converse in a second or third language is recognised as a valuable skill by employers in today’s global workplace.
As an undergraduate student, you can complete this diploma at the same time as your undergraduate qualification - regardless of what degree you are studying - enabling you to graduate with two qualifications in just one extra year of study, depending on your prior knowledge of the language and your Bachelor pathway.
You will learn from world-class educators and researchers1 and benefit from our on-campus learning facilities, which include a Multimedia Languages Lab where you can connect in real-time with native speakers globally.
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The ability to use language effectively is a great skill, particularly in a world of linguistic and cultural diversity. Knowledge of other languages and understanding of intercultural relationships is a skill held in high regard by many employers. Having a proficiency in another language can expand your career options to include roles such as:
There may also be opportunities for you to work for education providers, professional services firms locally or internationally, and not-for-profit organisations with headquarters, alliances and networks in international markets.
Applying to study with us:
This degree is available for deferment. This option is made available by responding to your offer during the application process via the SATAC website. Applicants who receive an offer into a midyear degree are eligible to defer for six months.
Every year, over 2,500 UniSA students are supported in their studies through scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars. Check out the scholarships below. One of them may be perfect for you. Visit our scholarships page for more.
$5,000 scholarship for South Australian students with an ATAR of 99 who enrol to study a UniSA undergraduate degree.
Up to $10,000 per annum (full time) for South Australian students who obtain an ATAR of 99.95 or IB equivalent and enrol to study at UniSA.
Our campuses are home to fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments. But you’ll also discover that your journey at UniSA is about social experiences, healthy living and getting involved. You’ll find student sports and fitness facilities, community clinics, tech zones and chill-out spaces. There are campus sport activities to keep you active, and if you are keen to explore the social side of university life, there are movies, cooking demonstrations, parties and loads more.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation and private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages, or explore our student accommodation by Scape on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, an ideal location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.
You will have access to the on-campus Multimedia Languages Lab where you can connect in real-time with native speakers from around the world.
The way you apply for UniSA will depend on the undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree you're interested in studying.
The majority of applications are made via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC). Check out more information on the SATAC website and follow the appropriate process for your degree of interest.
There are a small number of degrees that you need to apply for through direct application processes. The process you need to follow will be listed on the 'How to Apply' section of the degree homepage, but you'll also be taken to where you need to go if you hit the 'apply' button.
If you are interested in studying one of our 100% online degrees you'll need to apply directly to UniSA Online.
You can find more information about the application processes for UniSA on our How to Apply webpage.
If you're more interested in applying for a postgraduate degree by research, check out and follow the information in our step by step guide to applying.
Applications for all degrees will close ahead of study commencing, but the timelines may vary for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
The deadline to apply to study a degree at UniSA for semester one (commencing late February) and be guaranteed equal consideration is generally in very late November or early December. While you may be able to apply after this date, you are not guaranteed to be considered equally with other applicants and your application may not be assessed in time for the main round of offers. More competitive degrees may not make any offers after the main offer round. Find more information on the Key Dates section of the SATAC website, but you can also call the Future Student Enquiries team for more information on 08 8302 376.
Many postgraduate by coursework degrees do not have set closing dates. The exceptions are highly competitive degrees, so it is best to check – either on the degree homepage on the SATAC website or by checking with our Future Student Enquiries team.
As most postgraduate applications are assessed as they are submitted and offers are continuous, there are no set closing dates for applications. Degrees can be filled and closed with little notice so it is best to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on a place. For more information, please contact our Future Student Enquires team on (08) 8302 2376 or submit an enquiry.
You may be eligible for credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area and completed within a certain timeframe. Receiving credit or RPL will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree. You can read more about our pre-existing credit agreements through our online Credit Assessor. If you have related industry experience, you may also be eligible to receive recognised prior learning (RPL) for this experience. Credit and RPL is assessed by the Program Director once you've received an offer, and you apply through UniSA's current student experts, Campus Central.
Future Student Enquiries welcomes the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your study options at UniSA. We can discuss degree information, entry requirements and pathways, applications, general career outcomes and student life, so you have the information to make the best study decision for your future. Head to our Book an Appointment webpage to find a date and time to speak with us, and take your next steps on journey to university study.