About Graduate Certificate In Social Change And Development in University of Newcastle
What you will study
The University of Newcastle’s Certificate in Social Change and Development is designed to propel students towards success in the global industry. Ideally suited to those who have completed undergraduate degrees in social sciences, human resources, politics, health, environmental studies, indigenous studies or agriculture - you will build on your prior learnings studying a range of progressive subjects. The core courses to support your drive and direction are:
- Project Design and Evaluation
- Development and Social Change
- Social Science Research Methods
Upon completion of the above courses you will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to understand the processes of social change and development, and be able to apply this knowledge in the professional environment.
Career opportunities
As Australia engages more and more with developing countries, there is a growing need for qualified professionals to undertake roles in the community development and policy analysis of funded development projects and aid organisations. At the completion of your Graduate Certificate in Social Change and Development, you will have the fundamental theoretical and practical knowledge to take on these roles within government agencies, non-government organisations and private firms.
Once armed with these skills you can embark on some of the following career pathways:
- administrator
- field officer
- researcher
- development planner
- educator or manager
- overseas aid
- community development
- ministry of finance in developing countries
- sustainable land care
Academic qualification equivalents
Students are required to have a completed bachelor degree in a relevant discipline.
English language requirements (one of the below):
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IELTS : 6.5 With minimum of 6.0 in each band
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TOEFL : 79 Overall score between 79-93 with the following scores in each band-
- Reading= 13-18
- Listening= 12-19
- Speaking= 18-19
- Writing= 21-23
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PTE : 58 Overall score of 58-64
University of Newcastle Highlights
University type |
Public |
Rank |
207 in World |
Intake type |
Semester based |
Programs |
Over 180 |
No. of Campuses |
5 |
Applications accepted in |
January, February, May, June, July, August |
University of Newcastle The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
- The tuition fee at the University of Newcastle differs depending upon the degree level and whether one is receiving commonwealth assistance, international education or studying part-time.
- Program cost for some popular undergraduate courses is given below-
Program name |
Program cost |
Bachelor in Business (Honors) |
30,090 AUD |
Bachelor in Science (Honors) |
38,515 AUD |
Bachelor in Law (Honors) |
30,290 AUD |
- Program cost for some popular graduate courses is stated below-
Program name |
Program cost |
Master of Business Administration (Global) |
29,770 AUD |
Master of Business Administration (Global) / Master of Science (Data Analytics) |
32,635 AUD |
Master of Law |
31,785 AUD |
Accommodation Cost
The institute provides its applicants with an option of choosing a mode of accommodation that suits their needs and requirements best. The cost of different types of accommodation available to aspirants seeking admission to UON is as follows:
Type of Accommodation |
Cost in AUD (per week) |
On-campus (catered) |
320 to 510 |
On-campus (non-catered) |
175 to 385 |
Hostels and Guesthouses |
90 to 150 |
Homestay |
235 to 325 |
Off-campus |
100 to 440 |
Other expenses
Type of Expenses |
Cost in AUD (per week) |
Groceries and Food |
80 to 280 |
Public Transport |
15 to 55 |
Entertainment |
80 to 150 |
Gas and Electricity |
35 to 140 |
Others |
200 to 400 |
Estimated overall expenditure of a year (excluding tuition fee): 20,290 AUD.
English Proficiency Test Scores For International Students
English Language Proficiency Test scores are a measure of the English Language fluency of the applicants. The University of Newcastle expects all students to fulfill these test score requirements, including students whose first language is English or have studied in an educational institution whose language of instruction is English for at least 4 years. These tests are conducted to provide a structural base so that there is no hindrance to cope with the syllabi.
Test |
Minimum Scores |
IELTS |
6.0 to 6.5 - Academic |
TOEFL |
64 to 93 – IBT 500 - PB |
CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced) |
52 |
CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency) |
N/A |
IB (International Baccalaureate) -Standard Level |
4 |
IB (International Baccalaureate) -Higher Level |
3 |
Note: These scores are course dependent and may vary from course to course and hence, students are advised to be well aware of the minimum score requirements.