In order to graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Social Science, students must complete 120 credits at the 600 level chosen from the relevant master's degree schedule of courses. With the permission of the Academic Co-ordinator you may substitute a dissertation (worth 40 credits at 600 level) for 40 credits at the 600 level.
Postgraduate diplomas can be completed in two semesters of full-time study or studied part-time with no time limit for completion.
Your course of study must be approved by the academic co-ordinator who will ensure that the combination of courses is relevant and coherent. The Academic Co-ordinator must be satisfied that you have adequate preparation through previous study or work experience to succeed in the postgraduate courses you have chosen.