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The Graduate Certificate of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Action is a convenient and practical course that offers a global learning platform where development and humanitarian practitioners and academics share knowledge and experience.

It focuses on improving leadership, preparedness and response capacities to national and international emergencies and developmental issues.

The Graduate Certificate of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Action provides you with the analytical skills needed to understand the contexts of sustainable development and humanitarian programs as well as practical skills to apply in the field.

Graduates are awarded a Graduate Certificate of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Action from Deakin University.

Course delivery and learning

This course is delivered entirely online.

Duration

1 year part-time.

Scholarship eligibility

Prospective students may be eligible for one of Deakin University’s postgraduate by coursework scholarships.

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Direct applications to Deakin for Trimester 2 2023 close 25 June 2023.

Applications can be made directly to the University through the Deakin Application Portal.

Eligibility

Is this course right for you?

Do I need to have experience working in the humanitarian sector?

No. Although it is beneficial for students, sector experience is not necessary. The Graduate Certificate of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Action is suitable to new graduates or professionals who would like to work in the humanitarian sector, or have just started their humanitarian career.

What are the costs and fees associated with this course?

The Graduate Certificate of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Action is administered through Deakin University. Fees and charges depend on a variety of factors, including your fee category and the year you begin the course. Find out more about Deakin University’s fee structures.

Are there any scholarships available?

Yes. Prospective students for the Graduate Certificate of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Action may be eligible for one of Deakin University’s postgraduate by coursework scholarships. A range of academic merit and access and equity scholarships are offered. More information about Deakin University scholarships, including application details, is available at the Deakin website.

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The Graduate Certificate of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Action is co-developed and delivered by the Centre for Humanitarian Leadership in collaboration with Deakin University. The course itself is administered by Deakin University. All applications must be made directly to Deakin University through the university’s application portal.

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