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Diploma of Family History graduate Ros Escott chose to explore the turbulent history of an iconic Australian family, the Wentworths.
The Diploma of Family History is fully online and consists of eight units that each runs for eight weeks. You can study at your own pace – all you need is regular access to a desktop computer and the internet.
Specialisations include how to research, write, and creatively collate and communicate family history. You will develop skills to identify, analyse and interpret historical information from a range of family history sources.
Students commencing in 2020 or earlier will be eligible for a fee waiver for Foundation level units.
Our students receive free access to Ancestry.com Library Edition. You can access billions of historical documents, millions of historical photos, and other resources that span from the 1500s to the 2000s.
You will share your research and learning journey with a supportive online community of family history enthusiasts and our expert staff.
Course objectives
- Cognitive and communication skills to identify, analyse, synthesise and act on information from a range of relevant family history sources.
- Cognitive, technical and communication skills to analyse, plan, design and evaluate approaches to family history data management requirements.
- Specialist technical and creative skills to express ideas and perspectives relevant to family history.
- Communication skills to transfer knowledge and specialised family history skills to others and demonstrate an understanding of knowledge.
Career outcomes
Completing a Diploma of Family History could lead to work in the following fields:
- family history and genealogical research
- creative writing
- non-fiction writing
- cultural and/or heritage tourism
- local and regional museums
- history and heritage consultancies
- local and community history organisations
- adult education
- archives and library information systems
Course structure
To graduate with a Diploma of Family History (R2H), you will need to complete eight units from a selection of Foundation, Introductory and Elective units. You can study these units in any order you choose.
Each unit is worth 12.5 credit points.
To complete the Diploma of Family History you will need to complete 100 credit points, consisting of:
- up to 62.5 credit points of Foundation units
- at least 25 credit points of Introductory level units
- up to 12.5 credit points of Elective units
If you wish to complete more than 50 credit points of Introductory units or an Elective unit, you will need to complete no more than 37.5 credit points of Foundation units.
If you complete 37.5 credit points of Foundation units you will have room in your diploma to complete an additional Introductory level unit or an Elective unit.
Foundation level units
You will need to complete 4 or 5 of the foundation units worth 12.5 credit points each.
Students who complete HAA007 Convict Ancestors are eligible to study HAA105 Convicts in Context.
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View all details for HEJ001 The Photo Essay: An Introduction
Introductory level units
You will need to complete at least 3 Introductory level units for 37.5 credit points, or a maximum of 4 units for 50 credit points.
Students who complete HAA007 Convict Ancestors are eligible to study HAA105 Convicts in Context.
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Elective units
You can choose 1 elective unit for 12.5 credit points in place of a Foundation or Introductory level unit
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View all details for HEN106 English: Creative and Critical Reading
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View all details for HTA101 European History: Renaissance to Revolutions
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View all details for HTA102 World History: War, Feast and Famine
Need help choosing your first year units? Try the Unit Selection Guide.
Entry requirements
Eligibility
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you’re not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Enquire online for advice on the application process and the available pathways to study at UTAS.
Students will need regular access to a desktop computer and the internet.
Domestic applicants
Applicants must meet one of the General Entry Requirements of the University of Tasmania such as completion of Secondary School (or equivalent), previous Higher Education study or previous VET/TAFE Study.
Domestic applicants with work and life experience
If you have not successfully completed senior secondary, tertiary or TAFE/VET study, but have relevant work and life experience you can complete a personal competency statement. You may be eligible for an offer if you have work and life experiences that demonstrate a capacity to succeed in this course.
Special consideration
If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for special consideration as part of your application. We will consider a range of factors, including economic hardship, serious medical condition or disability.
We can only approve applications for special consideration where we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.
Credit transfer
Successful completion of the Diploma of Family History can count as 50 points unspecified credit at Introductory level towards the Bachelor of Arts degree subject to degree rules.
Detailed Admissions Information
Detailed admissions information and advice for all undergraduate courses, including comprehensive, course-level student profiles, is available from UTAS Admissions.
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Domestic students enrolled in a full fee paying place are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the fees you pay for each unit you enrol in. Full fee paying domestic students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Detailed tuition fee information for domestic students is available at the Domestic Student Fees website, including additional information in relation to a compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
International students
International students should refer to the International Students course fees page to get an indicative course cost.
Scholarships
For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.
How can we help?
Do you have any questions about choosing a course or applying? Get in touch.
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