Study Graduate Certificate in Social Change and Development at The University of Newcastle in Australia, College of Human and Social Futures

About this course

About this course
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

If you are looking to pursue a career in not-for-profit or government aid contributing to social change and development and have the desire and passion to work in the professional service of others, then the Graduate Certificate in Social Change and Development will provide you with the foundational knowledge to begin that journey.This program will introduce you to key areas of social change delivered through a balance of theoretical and practical coursework. You will graduate with a high-level understanding of the implications of wider social and political changes at a global level, which affect local conditions and capacities. You will be prepared to meet the challenges of development work in a rapidly changing global environment.The University of Newcastle’s Certificate in Social Change and Development is designed to propel students towards success in the global industry. Ideally suited to those who have completed undergraduate degrees in social sciences, human resources, politics, health, environmental studies, indigenous studies or agriculture - you will build on your prior learnings studying a range of progressive subjects.

Which department am I in?

College of Human and Social Futures

CRICOS

084166E

Study options

Full Time (.5 Years)

Tuition fees

A$18,055.00 (US$ 11,899) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Callaghan Campus

University Drive,

CALLAGHAN,

New South Wales,

2308, NEWCASTLE, Australia

Full Time (.5 Years)

Tuition fees

A$18,055.00 (US$ 11,899) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Callaghan Campus

University Drive,

CALLAGHAN,

New South Wales,

2308, NEWCASTLE, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

The Graduate Certificate in Social Change and Development is a 40-unit postgraduate qualification, with entry available for applicants who have one of the following qualifications or equivalent:

Bachelor Honours Degree; or

Bachelors degree; or

Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in a related field plus two years relevant work experience.

At least five years relevant work experience.

Students who complete the Graduate Certificate in Social Change and Development will be eligible for 40 units of credit towards the Master of Social Change and Development award.

Relevant work experience includes administration, research, development planner, local officer, educator, or manager.

Work experience can be identified through: certified copies of all relevant qualifications, a detailed CV, and a statement of service or signed letters from employers confirming your role, duties and period of employment.

Related fields include sociology, geography, anthropology and development studies, agriculture, environmental studies, education, municipal community or social work/welfare, Indigenous studies and economics.

TOEFL paper-based test score of 550; TOEFL internet based score of 79;

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.