Foundation of General Studies
- Murdoch, Australia
- 0.67 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
Bachelor of General Studies is offered by the Center for Adult and Regional Education (CARE) unit of Murray State University's Center for Adult and Regional Education (CARE).
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain the principal concepts and methods of General Studies. Apply knowledge involving required coursework includes interpersonal communication. Interpret relevant information
- Work on discipline-specific assignments
- And communicate findings effectively.
Career outcomes
- Project Assistant
- Research Assistant
- Program Coordinator
- Graduate Trainee
Curriculum
- The catalogue describes a 120-credit-hour bachelor programme in the Center for Adult and Regional Education (CARE) unit of the Center for Adult and Regional Education (CARE). Required coursework includes Interpersonal Communication
- Intercultural Communication
- Conflict and Communication
- Communication Skills for Professionals
- Public Relations Principles
- Introduction to Advertising. The requirements also mention capstone.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Year 11 or equivalent for Foundation Studies and MUPC
- Year 12 or equivalent (or completed Foundation) for MUPC Accelerated Entry. Country-specific minimum results are listed on the entry requirements page.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0)
- TOEFL iBT 50
- PTE Academic 46
- Duolingo 95
- Cambridge 165 (C1 Advanced)
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Completion certificate
- English proficiency evidence where applicable
- Financial documents for visa purposes where required
- Additional program-specific documents.
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements for your country and the intake dates (official website). Register in the Applicant Portal
- Or ask an authorised Kaplan agent
- submit your application online (no application fee is published). Upload certified copies of your academic records
- English evidence and passport. You may be asked for a Genuine Student form
- Financial documents or an interview. Accept the Offer of Admission in the portal and pay the fees via Flywire. Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and apply for the Australian Student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,240 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $1,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Murdoch College, Murdoch |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Murdoch College |
| Department | Department of Interdisciplinary Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 8 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Murdoch College for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
June 2027
Apply by
3 Mar 2027
110 days leftProgram starts
October 2027
Apply by
3 Jul 2027
232 days left
Scholarships
Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Murdoch College for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability.
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The program takes 0.67 years.
The next deadline is 3 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $30,240 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $1,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $25,610 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0), TOEFL iBT 50, PTE Academic 46, Duolingo 95, Cambridge 165 (C1 Advanced).
Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Murdoch College for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability.