Learn the skills to manage services, departments and projects in community and government organisations.
You can study at TAFE, degree or postgraduate level.
Focus your interest in Community development
Bachelor degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Community Development
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid, In person
Make a difference with a career building strong communities, with a Bachelor of Community Development from Victoria University.
Bachelor of Criminal Justice
Gain in-depth knowledge of our justice systems and a holistic approach to community justice with the Bachelor of Criminal Justice.
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid, In person
Bachelor of Youth Work and Criminal Justice
Improve the lives of young people caught up in the justice system, with a Bachelor of Youth Work and Criminal Justice from Victoria University; enquire now.
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person, Online Real Time
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Counselling Theory and Practice
Develop foundational counselling skills with a Graduate Certificate in Counselling Theory and Practice from Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Graduate Diploma in Counselling Theory and Practice
Duration
1 year
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Enhance your counselling knowledge and skills with a Graduate Diploma in Counselling Theory and Practice from Victoria University.
Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health
Establish a strong knowledge base in health policy and programs, with a Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health from Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
City Campus
Delivery mode
In person
Master of Global Public Health
Contribute to health improvements worldwide, and make a real difference to individuals and communities, with a Master of Global Public Health from Victoria University.
Duration
2 years
Campus
City Campus
Delivery mode
In person
Graduate Certificate in International Community Development
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Build a career with a positive impact, focusing on international humanitarian and development aid, with the Graduate Certificate in International Community Development at Victoria University.
Graduate Diploma in International Community Development
Duration
1 year
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Take an important role in community development with leadership skills gained in real-world settings, by studying the Graduate Diploma in International Community Development at Victoria University.
Master of International Community Development
Duration
2 years
Campus
City Campus
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Become a leader in social change, human rights and sustainable development at a global or local level, with the Master of International Community Development.
Graduate Certificate in Planetary Health
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Build a career with impact, with the Graduate Certificate in Planetary Health, focused on crucial global and local issues.
Postgraduate research
Doctor of Philosophy
Duration
4 years
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Delivery mode
In person
Complete your PhD in a research community dedicated to improving our cities and communities through scientific, technological and social innovation.
Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)
Duration
4 years
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Delivery mode
In person
Victoria University's integrated program offers research training, creating an alternative path to a PhD in the areas of sustainability and liveable communities.
Can't find your course?
Studying community development at VU
At Victoria University (VU), we want you to follow your passion and excel in the industry you've always dreamed of.
We're one of Australia's most industry-connected institutions, and are one of the top 2% of universities in the world.
You'll learn from leading industry professionals who combine theory with practice to prepare you for your career from day one.
Careers
Our graduates find employment opportunities across the following sectors:
- government (local, state and federal)
- non-government organisations
- not-for-profit companies
- private companies.
