Your pathway to a bachelor degree
Our undergraduate diplomas give you a supported start to your university studies, helping you to transition to your chosen bachelor degree.
- You’ll develop foundational knowledge and skills, setting you up for success in your future bachelor studies.
- You’ll be able to draw on a wide variety of student support programs to assist you throughout your studies.
- You’ll undertake your first year of study in the diploma alongside your peers in the bachelor degree and finish your studies in the same amount of time, at no extra cost.
- Once you've successfully completed the diploma, you'll be offered guaranteed entry into the second year of the corresponding bachelor degree.
Undergraduate diplomas
Undergraduate diplomas are offered matched to their relevant bachelor degree for you to list in your QTAC or UAC preferences.
There's a range of undergraduate diplomas for you to choose from:
Diploma of
Arts
Degree code 8040
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Arts is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Arts. You'll develop your creative thinking and communication skills to guide organisations through the complexities of modern life and study academic foundation courses with additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Arts
Degree code 1021
The Bachelor of Arts degree gives you the freedom to choose majors and minors according to your passions and interests. By doing so, you will develop a unique set of interdisciplinary skills that will set you up for a highly adaptable future across a range of industries.
Diploma of
Applied Financial Advice
Degree code 8050
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Applied Financial Advice is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Financial Adviser Standards and Conduct Unit (FASCU) approved program, Bachelor of Applied Financial Advice. You'll develop foundational financial skills to manage the needs of clients and financial advice businesses. You’ll receive additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Applied Financial Advice
Degree code 1612
Graduate with knowledge from an accredited program and lifelong skills that give you confidence as a financial adviser. You'll acquire a toolkit of knowledge to set your career in motion, from risk management to taxation, estate planning and financial markets.
Diploma of
Applied Science
Degree code 8035
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Applied Science is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Environmental Science. You'll study academic foundations courses on chemical, biological and environmental science concepts with additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Environmental Science
Degree code 1547
You will gain knowledge and skills from across the broad environmental science spectrum, exploring environmental issues from social, physical and biological perspectives. On completion of core science courses in your first year of study, you will choose a major that suits your interests and career plans.
Diploma of
Applied Science
Degree code 8035
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Applied Science is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Environmental Science. You'll study academic foundations courses on chemical, biological and environmental science concepts with additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Science
Degree code 1634
In this degree you'll study all areas of the sciences before specialising with your choice of major. You'll have the flexibility to decide what interests you the most, so you can shape a career that you're passionate about in the biological, clinical, chemical, physical or mathematical sciences.
Diploma of
Business
Degree code 8036
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Business is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Business. You'll develop the skills, values and opportunities future business leaders will need to succeed in the new economy and study academic foundation courses with additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Business
Degree code 1632
The new Bachelor of Business is an alternative to more traditional business degrees, combining new skills, new values and new opportunities relevant for the new economy. It's a whole new way of thinking for a whole new generation of business professionals.
Diploma of
Communication
Degree code 8058
The Diploma of Communication is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Communication. You'll develop interdisciplinary skills in digital media production, content creation, advanced writing and digital communication, tailored for various platforms including emerging technologies.
Bachelor of
Communication
Degree code 1685
Developed in close consultation with industry, the Bachelor of Communication will produce communication specialists who understand the diversity and complexity of the contemporary communication and media landscape and are able to thrive within it. Graduates of this degree are equipped with a comprehensive set of advanced writing skills, multimedia production abilities, and the capacity to think both laterally and creatively.
Diploma of
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Degree code 8042
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Criminology and Criminal Justice is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice. You'll engage with the causes of crime and society's response through the justice system and study academic foundation courses with additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Degree code 1112
With this degree, you'll be a part of the leading school of criminology in Queensland. You'll learn from internationally recognised experts and industry leaders who bring their authentic and compelling crime experiences to your study.
Diploma of
Education
Degree code 8044
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 65.00
The Diploma of Education is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Education. You'll develop an understanding of fundamental teaching principles from a global perspective and study academic foundation courses with additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Education
Degree code 1567
This program prepares students to teach in primary or secondary settings. Students undertake professional practice which includes observation and participation in schools, practice teaching and community field studies.
Diploma of
Engineering
Degree code 8046
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Engineering is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Engineering (honours). You'll develop foundational knowledge and skills in a supportive learning environment, setting you up for success in your future studies.
Bachelor of
Engineering (Honours)
Degree code 1542
This is your chance to have an impact on the way the world works. You could have the opportunity to make your mark on major global systems and infrastructure or be at the forefront of localised urban projects. When you choose this degree, you'll be engineering from day one.
Diploma of
Information Technology
Degree code 8034
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Information Technology is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Information Technology. You'll study academic foundations courses on computer systems and networks, coding, systems development, and human-computer interaction with additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Information Technology
Degree code 1538
Be at the forefront of a constantly developing industry, ready to help shape the future. With this degree, you'll achieve a high level of core IT technical knowledge and a major specialisation, ensuring you're prepared for a career across a vast number of roles and industries.
Diploma of
International Tourism and Hotel Management
Degree code 8051
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of International Tourism and Hotel Management is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management. You'll gain foundational business knowledge and skills for working in the tourism and hospitality sectors and receive additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
International Tourism and Hotel Management
Degree code 1408
Graduate with knowledge from an accredited program and lifelong skills that give you confidence as a financial adviser. You'll acquire a toolkit of knowledge to set your career in motion, from risk management to taxation, estate planning and financial markets.
Diploma of
Music
Degree code 8047
Audition only
The Diploma of Music is a pathway program designed to help you transition into the Bachelor of Music. You'll develop foundational knowledge and skills in a supportive learning environment, setting you up for success in your future studies.
Bachelor of
Music
Degree code 1419
As a Bachelor of Music graduate, you will be highly skilled, musically adaptable and equipped to enter professional life as a creative and flexible twenty-first century musician.
Diploma of
Political Science and International Relations
Degree code 8052
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Political Science and International Relations is a pathway program that provides you with a foundational knowledge of political science and public policy, political economy and international relations. You'll learn about political ideas, movements and institutions, government policy making, international diplomacy and more with additional support from a First Year Coordinator and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Political Science and International Relations
Degree code 1399
Graduate with a deep understanding of policy, politics and power in the domestic and international spheres, and specialised knowledge in your chosen major. You'll have the opportunity to gain key skills and training, including taking dedicated employability courses and having opportunities to complete a work placement, field study trip, or parliamentary internship.
Diploma of
Psychological Science
Degree code 8056
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Psychological Science is a pathway program that will prepare you to transition into the Bachelor of Psychological Science or Bachelor of Counselling. Your study will cover interpersonal and counselling skills and research methods and statistics. You’ll also receive world-class student support including Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Psychological Science
Degree code 1012
You will immerse yourself in the study of the mind and apply psychological theories to topics including perception, motivation, stress, health, criminal activity and group behaviour. You’ll be given the opportunity to undertake a professional practice placement to enhance your skillset to help people with personal, health, vocational and social difficulties.
Diploma of
Psychological Science
Degree code 8056
Minimum ATAR/Rank of 60.00
The Diploma of Psychological Science is a pathway program that will prepare you to transition into the Bachelor of Psychological Science or Bachelor of Counselling. Your study will cover interpersonal and counselling skills and research methods and statistics. You’ll also receive world-class student support including Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Bachelor of
Counselling
Degree code 1548
You will learn how to empower others with the self-understanding to resolve personal or professional problems. You’ll be qualified to work with clients to accomplish their mental health, wellness, education and career goals.
Support
Studying a Griffith undergraduate diploma gives you access to support services to help ease your transition to university, including:
- a dedicated team of academic and support staff committed to your learning
- Peer-Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) facilitated by high-achieving, fully trained students
- a suite of foundation studies courses developed around shared knowledge underpinning your future bachelor degree. Many of these courses are also supported by the PASS program.
How to apply
How to apply
2. Select preference
Select your desired Griffith bachelor degree from the options above as your highest preference.
For most degrees, you’ll automatically be considered for a place in the matched undergraduate diploma if you don’t quite meet entry requirements for the bachelor degree. So even if you do not preference the undergraduate diploma, you may still be offered a place.
If you’re interested in applying for Education or Music, you will need to list both the Bachelor and matched Undergraduate Diploma option in your preferences.
3. Accept your offer and enrol
Congratulations!
Undergraduate diplomas are linked to relevant bachelor degrees. If you apply for the undergraduate diploma, you’ll automatically go into the second year of the bachelor degree after successful completion.