Diploma in Languages

About the course

The Diploma in Languages lets you add an extra qualification alongside your UQ bachelor’s degree while building practical language and intercultural communication skills. Designed for both beginners and students continuing a language from school, it strengthens real-world proficiency and cultural understanding. You study concurrently with another program and choose from a wide range of languages to boost global employability in a Diploma in English & Modern Languages. The programme develops classroom assistance skills, child development knowledge, and educational support practice.

Career outcome

Graduates can use advanced language and cultural capability to work more effectively in international and multicultural settings. The diploma can support careers in areas such as government, education, business, tourism, diplomacy, community services and global organisations, and it complements specialist degrees in fields like engineering, health and architecture. It strengthens communication, cultural literacy and mobility for work involving English & Modern Languages at Diploma level.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)