The Diploma of Arts is your pathway to an Arts degree at Monash. If you're inspired by new ideas, social and political issues, language and the way literature history and communication shapes our world, then our Diploma of Arts could be for you. Our diplomas are offered in two parts- part 1 and part 2. In part 1, you’ll study core Arts subjects to prepare you for your chosen stream. In part 2, you’ll choose your specialisation and study the same subjects as first‑year University students. Psychology stream - for students who would like to complete a major in Psychology or Criminology. Sociology stream - for students who would like to major in Arts or Global Studies or Politics, Philosophy and Economics. Media communication stream - for students who would like to major in Media Communication or Digital Media and Communication.