GraduatePolitical Science & International Relations

Master of Community Development

Murdoch University, Perth, WA, Australia

About this program

This course covers the community development ideas and practices used to create and foster community-led change in settings across Australia and beyond. It suits community work practitioners and graduates moving into the field or substantially broadening their postgraduate knowledge of it. Students examine real community projects, from remote-area cultural-strength initiatives to urban agriculture, grassroots creative-arts projects and activism, using case studies, documentaries, film and other creative formats alongside workshops on community engagement. This course is delivered by Murdoch University in Western Australia.

Fees & duration

Tuition (international)A$30,000
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6 overall (L6 R6 W6 S6)
PTE50 overall

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Course structure

  • Core topics covered in this course include: Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you'll cover include: Community development in Indigenous communities Building links between community
  • industry and local government Social policy activism and community change Sustainable and ecological community development Understanding the dynamics of cultural diversity in the workplace and community Having completed three semesters and my honours research in Indonesia
  • I was able to get a much better idea of development on the ground. I found that when I graduated
  • I had a more realistic idea of what to expect in the workplace. Karis Erceg
  • Bachelor of Arts

Admissions

Recognised Bachelor?s degree or higher, or equivalent training, though not necessarily in an area directly related to the course, or satisfactory preparation through previous study or professional experience.

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