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Launch a meaningful career by earning a Graduate Certificate in International Community Development from Victoria University, specializing in global humanitarian efforts and development assistance.
This hands-on postgraduate course provides tailored learning experiences, including professional placements, to prepare you for work in both local and international community development.
Upon completing this program, graduates will have the skills to:
Analyze community development theories and apply critical thinking to solve sociocultural challenges in modern communities;
Employ analytical reasoning to examine various perspectives on globalization and development, assessing their effects on communities while engaging with the UN Sustainable Development Goals;
Evaluate the influence of civil society and grassroots movements in international community development;
Assess how global and regional political systems affect community development initiatives;
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline OR
Applicants with a minimum five (5) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course
English language requirements
IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet: Overall of 79
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 58-64 (with no section score less than 50)
University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 176. No individual band less than 169.
VU English - English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (Level 6): Achieved.