Graduate Certificate in Social Change and Development
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.
Campus Information
Newcastle - Callaghan
The University of Newcastle's main campus at Callaghan is only 12 kilometres from beaches and the heart of Newcastle - a city named as one of the world's top 'Smart Cities' to watch in 2017 by Global magazine National Geographic Traveler.
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 21
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Career-ready placements mean real on-the-job experience for our students. These powerful experiences happen in partnership with industry, community, and government. It helps our students forge strong relationships that prepare them not only for their future workplace, but also for life after they graduate.
Opportunity identified
Career-ready placement enquiry submitted through online form, email or phone call.
Connection facilitated
Enquiry forwarded and introduction made to appropriate academic contact.
Student selection
Student selection process undertaken to match appropriate student to the opportunity.
Induction and commencement
Placement documents submitted, student induction completed and placement commences.
Support and review
Ongoing support provided by the university and placement review.
The University is committed to developing work-ready graduates through a variety of career-ready placement activities.
Workplace immersion
- Students take on experiences relevant to the studies ‘in the workplace’ of the placement organisation, under the guidance of a placement supervisor (e.g. internships and clinical placements).
Industry impact
- Students collaborate on industry-linked projects, working to produce specific deliverables for the partner organisation, who acts as a mentor and client, under the supervision of the University.
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Postgraduate Admissions: Students are required to have a completed bachelor degree in a relevant discipline.
Gap year Admissions: Students are required to submit a completed high school transcript to be assessed on a case by case basis.
IELTS
6.5
(No subtest below 6.0)
TOEFL iBT
83 - 93
No subtest below:
R: 19 - 23
L: 20 - 22
S: 20 - 24
W: 24 - 26
Duolingo English Test (DET)
120
PTE Academic
58
For More Information Please Connect To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Code: 084166E
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
16225 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A