Graduate Diploma in Applied Buddhist Studies
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Graduate Diploma in Applied Buddhist Studies
The Graduate Diploma in Applied Buddhist Studies at NTI is a one year full-time program that builds on the teachings in the NTI Graduate Certificate in Applied Buddhist Studies. It covers a range of graduate-level seminars covering a broad range of areas of the history, philosophy and contemporary aspects of…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Graduate Diploma in Applied Buddhist Studies at NTI is a one year full-time program that builds on the teachings in the NTI Graduate Certificate in Applied Buddhist Studies. It covers a range of graduate-level seminars covering a broad range of areas of the history, philosophy and contemporary aspects of Buddhism.
It continues the study of Buddhist beliefs, history and culture and continues to lay the foundations for further study and experiential learning of Buddhism and to apply humanistic Buddhism to daily life. You will further develop your critical and analytical skills, see the connections between Buddhism and modern society, and apply Buddhist philosophy and experience to life and work in areas such as life education, palliative care and holistic health.
Course Structure
This course can be completed in 2 semesters of full-time study. Students can spread their subjects over a longer period.
The Graduate Diploma in Applied Buddhist Studies qualification requires the completion of 8 subjects (for a total of 48 credit points).
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor degree with a major in humanities or social sciences, OR
a Graduate Certificate with a focus on Buddhist Studies.
English Language Requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Overall score from 6.5, with no sub-band score less than 6.0.
C1 Advanced (formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced): Overall score from 176, with no score less than 169 in any paper.
Person Test of English (PTE) Academic: Overall score from 62, with no band score less than 54.
Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL iBT): Overall score from 79, with no score lower than 13 for reading, 12 for listening, 18 for speaking, and 21 for writing.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Nan Tien Institute (NTI) is Australia’s first government accredited tertiary institution grounded in Buddhist values. NTI offers higher education programs focusing on Applied Buddhist Studies and Health and Social Wellbeing, which are all accredited by the Australian Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA).
Nan Tien Institute (NTI) is Australia’s first government accredited tertiary institution grounded in Buddhist values. NTI offers higher education programs focusing on Applied Buddhist Studies and Health and Social Wellbeing, which are all accredited by the Australian Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA).