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Indonesian Studies
Graduate Diploma in ArtsSpecialisation (formal)Year: 2025
Indonesian Studies
Contact information
Coordinator
Dr Justin Wejak
Email: justinw@unimelb.edu.au
Currently enrolled students:
Future students:
Overview
Indonesian language subjects are organised in a progressive sequence (of units). Entry and exit points are determined by the student’s background in the language, placement testing, prerequisites, or at the discretion of the language program. Students normally progress through the subjects in consecutive order. Mid-year entry is also possible into subjects with even numbers, subject to appropriate prior experience and approval from the Convenor of the language program.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this specialisation, students should be able to:
- Communicate and comprehend effectively in a range of written and oral genres and social contexts in Indonesian language/s
- Apply in-depth knowledge of Indonesian language/s and of Indonesian culture and society in relevant professional and academic contexts
- Utilise rigorous methods of inquiry and theories and methodologies appropriate to Indonesian Studies;
- Engage with various social contexts related to Indonesia and the Indonesian-speaking world.
Last updated: 27 February 2025
Structure
100 credit points
Duration: The Graduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialisation language subjects are taken in sequence over 3 years part-time. This specialisation is not available to international students.
There are three standard entry points:
- Indonesian Studies 1 entry point: Students who have never studied Indonesian before or have only rudimentary knowledge of the language usually enter the progression at Indonesian Studies 1
- Indonesian Studies 3 entry point: Students who have completed VCE Indonesian (Second Language) Standard IB Indonesian or have an equivalent language level usually enter the progression at Indonesian Studies 3
- Indonesian Studies 5 entry point: Students who preform at an advanced level in Indonesian, for example those who have completed VCE Indonesian (First Language) or have lived or studied in Indonesia, usually enter at Indonesian Studies 5
The Graduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialisation requires:
Indonesian Studies 1 Entry Point
- two Level 1 compulsory subjects (25 points)
- two Level 2 compulsory subjects (25 points)
- one Level 2 elective subject (12.5 points)
- one Level 3 compulsory subject (12.5 points)
- two Level 4 compulsory subjects (25 points)
Indonesian Studies 3 Entry Point
- two Level 1 compulsory subjects (25 points)
- two Level 2 compulsory subjects (25 points)
- one Level 2 elective subject (12.5 points)
- one Level 3 compulsory subject (12.5 points)
- two Level 4 compulsory subjects (25 points)
Indonesian Studies 5 Entry Point
- two Level 1 compulsory subjects (25 points)
- two Level 2 core subjects (25 points)
- one Level 2 elective (12.5 points)
- one Level 3 compulsory subject (12.5 points)
- two Level 4 compulsory subjects (25 points)
Total 100 points
All students enrolling in Indonesian at The University of Melbourne for the first time are required to complete the online language questionnaire and placement test at https://edtech.le.unimelb.edu.au/login/lptindonesian/ . This applies to all students, including total beginners and those who have any experience with the language, whether through formal study, such as VCE or equivalent, or informally through family or overseas travel. The results of the test are binding and enrolment can only be changed in consultation with the relevant course coordinator.
Subject Options
Indonesian Studies 1 entry point
Level 1
Compulsory Subjects - 25 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO10005 | Indonesian 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
INDO10006 | Indonesian 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 2
Compulsory Subjects - 25 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO20006 | Indonesian 3 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
INDO20007 | Indonesian 4 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND
Elective Subject - 12.5 points
See the list below
Level 3
Compulsory Subject - 12.5 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO30021 | Indonesian Visions, Global Partnerships | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 4
Compulsory Subjects - 25 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
LANG40003 | Seminar in Languages 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
LANG40004 | Seminar in Languages 2 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Indonesian Studies 3 entry point
Level 1
Compulsory Subjects - 25 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO10001 | Indonesian 3 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
INDO10002 | Indonesian 4 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 2
Compulsory Subjects - 25 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO20008 | Indonesian 5 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
INDO20009 | Indonesian 6 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND
Elective Subject - 12.5 Points
See the list below
Level 3
Compulsory Subject - 12.5 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO30021 | Indonesian Visions, Global Partnerships | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 4
Compulsory Subjects - 25 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
LANG40003 | Seminar in Languages 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
LANG40004 | Seminar in Languages 2 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Indonesian Studies 5 entry point
Level 1
Compulsory Subjects - 25 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO10003 | Indonesian 5 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
INDO10004 | Indonesian 6 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 2
Core subjects - 25 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO20014 | Diversity: Identities in Indonesia | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
INDO20015 | Indonesian Literature and Film | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
INDO20016 | Translation: Intercultural Indonesian | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
INDO20017 | Indonesia in the World | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND
Elective Subject - 12.5 Points
See the list below
Level 3
Compulsory Subject - 12.5 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO30021 | Indonesian Visions, Global Partnerships | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 4
Compulsory Subjects - 25 points
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
LANG40003 | Seminar in Languages 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
LANG40004 | Seminar in Languages 2 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Elective Subjects - Level 2
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
INDO20001 | Yogyakarta Summer Intensive | Summer Term (Off Campus) |
12.5 |
INDO20018 | Indonesian Cultures and Politics | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Links
http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/asiainstitute
Last updated: 27 February 2025