Are you an international student interested in community development? Learn the skills to manage services, departments and projects in community and government organisations.
Study at TAFE, degree or postgraduate level.
Focus your interest in Community development
Bachelor degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Community Development
Fees
Intakes
Make a difference with a career building strong communities, with a Bachelor of Community Development from Victoria University.
2024: A$14,300*
* fee per semester
2024: February, July
Campus
Footscray Park
Duration
3 years
Bachelor of Criminal Justice
Intakes
Gain in-depth knowledge of our justice systems and a holistic approach to community justice with the Bachelor of Criminal Justice.
Fees
2024: A$14,300*
* fee per semester
2024: February, April, July
Campus
Footscray Park
Duration
3 years
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health
Intakes
Establish a strong knowledge base in health policy and programs, with a Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health from Victoria University.
Fees
2024: A$17,300*
* fee per semester
2024: February, July
Campus
City Campus
Duration
0.5 years
Master of Global Public Health
Intakes
Contribute to health improvements worldwide, and make a real difference to individuals and communities, with a Master of Global Public Health from Victoria University.
Fees
2024: A$17,300*
* fee per semester
2024: February, July, September
Campus
City Campus
Duration
2 years
Graduate Certificate in International Community Development
Fees
Intakes
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.
2024: A$15,500*
* fee per semester
2024: February, April, July, September
Campus
City Campus
Duration
0.5 years
Graduate Diploma in International Community Development
Fees
Intakes
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.
2024: A$15,500*
* fee per semester
2024: February, April, July, September
Campus
City Campus
Duration
1 year
Master of International Community Development
Fees
Intakes
Become a leader in social change, human rights and sustainable development at a global or local level, with the Master of International Community Development.
2024: A$15,500*
* fee per semester
2024: February, April, July, September
Campus
City Campus
Duration
2 years
Postgraduate research
Doctor of Philosophy
Fees
Intakes
Complete your PhD in a research community dedicated to improving our cities and communities through scientific, technological and social innovation.
2024: A$16,400 to A$19,400* per semester.
*Depending on field of research
2024: February & July
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Duration
4 years
Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)
Fees
Intakes
Victoria University's integrated program offers research training, creating an alternative path to a PhD in the areas of sustainability and liveable communities.
2024: A$16,400 to A$19,400* per semester.
*Depending on field of research
2024: February & July
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Duration
4 years
Short courses
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) VNEAP
EAP is a university and TAFE preparation course. It is designed for students with upper intermediate to advanced levels of English who want to gain admission to an Australian TAFE, undergraduate or postgraduate course.
Campus
City Campus
Duration
1000 hours
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.
