Diploma of Digital + Social Media Marketing

Domestic Students

Whitecliffe offers multiple pathways into our Diploma and Bachelor’s degrees for domestic students:

• Early Entry: Completed Year 11 plus a Career Advisor recommendation.

• Recent School Leavers: Completed Year 12 (or equivalent) in the last two years.

• VET Graduates: Completed a relevant Certificate IV or higher.

• Higher Education Graduates: Completed a qualification at AQF Level 5 or above.

• Work & Life Experience: Aged 20+, with relevant work or other experience and a supporting statement.

• Indigenous Entry Scheme: Previous study or experience, written statement, and confirmation of heritage.

• Special Entry: For exceptional circumstances or diverse backgrounds, with supporting documents.

• Overseas Qualifications: Assessed through official Country Education Profiles.

International Students

To apply to Whitecliffe as an international student, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old.

• Have completed the overseas equivalent of Year 12 in Australia, or higher-level study such as an AQF Level 4 qualification, Foundation Studies, or an approved English for Academic Purposes program.

• Meet English language requirements:

  • Most programs require an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no band below 5.5.

  • Higher scores apply for Communications and Media programs.

  • Equivalent scores from Cambridge, Pearson PTE Academic, or TOEFL iBT are also accepted.

• Ensure English test results are less than two years old at your course start date.

All applicants must complete the online application form and provide relevant supporting documents, such as identification, academic records, and other evidence as required for their chosen pathway.

Need help? Contact our Admissions Team for guidance.

STEP 1 - APPLY
For Domestic Students, complete the Domestic Application Form

For International Students, complete the International Application Form

From here our admissions team will assess your application, and will be in touch within 3-5 business days to discuss.

STEP 2 - CHAT WITH US
All applicants will have an interview to discuss their goals and learn more about the course, student commitments, and the support Whitecliffe offers.

STEP 3 - LETTER OF OFFER
Successful students will receive a Letter of Offer and a Student Acceptance Agreement which outlines the contractual arrangements and confirms the course of enrolment, duration; campus location; course-related fees and policies.

STEP 4 - ACCEPTANCE
Formally accept your offered place by completing, signing and returning the Agreement Acceptance Declaration in the Letter of Offer and finalise your funding. Once all items have been actioned, the Confirmation of Enrolment will be issued.

STEP 5 - ORIENTATION
All students will be required to attend an Orientation the week before classes commence. Invitations will be sent out as part of your Welcome Pack.

STEP 6 - COMMENCEMENT
We look forward to welcoming you for your first class!

If you have any questions regarding your studies, you are welcome to book an Campus Tour or Phone Appointment prior to applying.

Manageable Payment Schedule (Pay as you go model):

Students only pay for the units they are enrolled into each trimester and there is no requirement to pay the total course fee upfront.

FEE-Help Approved:

All courses are fully fee-help approved.

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP if you:

• meet the citizenship and residency requirements.

• are enrolled in an eligible unit of study

• by the census date for that unit; and

• have not exceeded the FEE-HELP limit

You can pay your course tuition fees one of three ways, either.

• Upfront on receipt of an invoice in Week 1

• Via the FEE-HELP loan system

• Or a combination of both
  

Your tuition fees are charged and payable each trimester making it six equal instalments each year. Tuition fee payment is due by the Census Date each trimester.

There is no discount for upfront fee payment.

Self-paced study means students have the flexibility to progress through the material at their own preferred speed and schedule. Unlike traditional class settings with fixed times, self-paced study allows individuals to determine the pace at which they move through the course or program.

In a self-paced learning environment:

1. Flexibility: Learners can decide when and where they study, accommodating personal or professional commitments.

2. Personalised Learning: Individuals can spend more time on challenging concepts and move quickly through familiar material, tailoring the learning experience to their needs.

3. No Fixed Schedule: There are no set deadlines for completing assignments or exams, giving learners the freedom to organise their study time based on their own rhythm.

4. Autonomy: Learners take greater responsibility for their education, managing their time effectively and setting their learning goals.

How long you take to complete your course of study at ICAT depends on several factors such as the duration of your course, your study load, your academic progression and if you take any time away from your studies. Generally, the maximum number of subjects you can take per trimester is four (for a full-time study load) which is a course duration of six trimesters, or two years. The minimum number of subjects per trimester is two (for a part-time study load), which is twelve trimesters or four years.

You can suspend your enrolment to take a leave of absence, for example to travel, for up to a maximum of 12 months. If you want to suspend your enrolment for a longer duration, you will be required to withdraw from the course and re-apply when you are ready to recommence your study. Applications to suspend your enrolment should be made no later than five working days before Census Date to avoid academic and/or financial penalty.