23 Jan 2022

When we’re in school, it can feel like a bachelor’s degree is the only option. The problem is that education isn’t one-size fits all. You deserve to find an education option that fits what you’ve got going on in your life. If you’re busy, looking for an alternative pathway into higher education, or want to get qualified and stuck into work faster, a diploma can be an excellent option.

You might have known all that, but did you know that the University of Newcastle actually offers diplomas? And that there are some special perks and benefits to doing a diploma at the University of Newcastle? No? Well then, let’s take a look at some of them:

Guaranteed Entry to Undergraduate Degree Programs

As well as being great qualifications in and of themselves, you can use a diploma as a stepping stone to get you entry into an undergraduate university degree program. 

Right off the bat this has a few awesome benefits. If you didn’t necessarily get the ATAR you were hoping for to get entry into your Bachelor’s degree of choice, a Diploma is a great entry point into your dream career. 

Plus, certain University of Newcastle degrees award educational credits towards your degree program if you already have a relevant certification! That means you can fast-track your uni degree and get into your dream job sooner.

If you complete your diploma at the University of Newcastle, you’ll also get the benefit of basically being a pro at the campus lifestyle before you’ve even started your Bachelor’s!

You can take a look at the full list of eligible degree programmes here.

You get university-level support

The great thing about studying at a sizeable university like the University of Newcastle is that you get uni-level learning and wellbeing support. Uni of Newcastle has world-class facilities such as their extensive learning resource collection, online tools, and student wellbeing resources.

Doing your diploma in the university setting means you get the same world-class access as your fellow undergraduates, meaning you can really make the most of your time studying.

You get to soak in the campus life and experience

Okay, so it’s not all just about your educational outcomes. Or is it? Studying isn’t just about hitting the books as hard as you can - having opportunities to stretch your legs or blow off some steam will keep you feeling relaxed, happy and inspired. 

At the University of Newcastle you’ll be treated to their amazing combination of a coastal lifestyle with all the urban creature comforts you could ask for. Whether you’re squeezing a morning surf in before a short commute to campus or chilling out at the Bar on the Hill, once again you get to take in all the perks of the uni campus lifestyle.