Entry Requirements

To enrol in this course, you’ll need to meet one of the following academic requirements. If you’re unsure, a course advisor can help you assess your eligibility.

  • 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 Bachelor 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.
  • IELTS Overall 6.5, listening min. 6, Reading min. 6, Writing min. 6, Speaking min. 6
  • TOEFL IBT Overall 79, listening min. 20, Reading min. 19, Writing min. 24, Speaking min. 20
  • TOEFL PBT Overall 79, listening min. 20, Reading min. 19, Writing min. 24, Speaking min. 20
  • PTE 58

Career Outcomes

  • Administrator
  • field officer
  • researcher
  • development planner
  • educator or manager
  • overseas aid
  • community development
  • ministry of finance in developing countries
  • sustainable land care.