Postgraduate Diploma in Community Development
Course Code: P1037
In addition to building upon students' knowledge of community development theory and practice, the Postgraduate Diploma in Community Development is designed to develop knowledge of social research and community participatory methods. The course combines the study of community development theory, settings and policy formation with the development of knowledge and skills in community planning, research methods and program evaluation. As part of their studies students will either undertake a placement with a community organisation or carry out a community-based research project.
| Level: | Diploma |
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| Qualification: | Postgraduate Diploma in Community Development (PgDipCommDev) |
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| Duration: | 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
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| Availability: | Murdoch campus (internal)
Murdoch campus (external) |
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| Restriction: | All postgraduate courses are subject to restriction. |
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| Employment Prospects: | This course will enhance practitioners qualifications and open opportunities for those interested in social research and working in industry areas such as community and social services, local government, overseas aid work, economic and social planning, sustainable development and Indigenous governance. |
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| Special Requirements: | There may be a reduction in choice of units if completing this course in the external mode. |
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