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The Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Housing Management and Policy) is a postgraduate professional qualification which provides knowledge and skills in research, policy development and systems of housing management. This course is designed for people working in the public and community housing sectors and related industries, such as homelessness. Single unit studies are also available.

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Duration

2 years part-time

Intakes

Off-Campus (Semester 1, Semester 2) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Distance

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

Course structure

To qualify for the Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Housing Management and Policy), students must complete 50 credit points comprising four core units of study.

Units of study

Recommended part-time sequence

Year 1
Semester 1: SOC60005 Housing Context and Practice *
Semester 2: SOC60004 Housing Policy and Management *

Year 2
Semester 1:SOC60003 Housing Diverse People *

Semester 2: SOC60007 Asset Management: People and Place *

* Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

Graduates may be able to move between community, private and public housing sectors as a result of skill and knowledge acquired.

Aims and objectives

Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Housing Management and Policy) students will be able to:

compare key concepts relating to housing and homelessness management, policy and administration
distinguish problem-solving, organisational and management skills in the specialised areas of social housing and homelessness assistance
appraise debates about policy and program reforms in the housing and homelessness domain
evaluate processes of organisational change and evaluate implications for client and housing outcomes
display practical skills in tenancy and property management particularly in relation to complex client issues and homelessness
elaborate on client value based management culture in the delivery of housing assistance.

Graduate skills

The Swinburne Graduate Attributes signify that Swinburne intends that its teaching courses assist all its graduates to be:

capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
effective and ethical in work and community situations
adaptable and able to manage change
aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing.

Pathways and scholarships

- Credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

2019 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year if studying full-time*	Annual Amenities fee if studying full-time*
Full fee	$10,960	$10,960	See how your SSAF is calculated

Fees are estimates for students commencing in 2019 only: Tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. These fees apply for units studied in 2019 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.

How do I pay my fees?

FEE-HELP is a loan given to eligible full-fee paying higher education students to help pay part or all of their tuition fees. The Commonwealth Government pays the amount of the loan directly to Swinburne.

The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year. Find out more about fees.

Entry requirements

Applicants for the Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Housing Management and Policy) require:

bachelor degree in humanities, social science, business, architecture, property management or planning or
five years work experience* in social housing, human services, planning, property management or real estate industries.

Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply.

* Work experience: documents substantiating work experience need to be provided on company letterhead and clearly detail roles as well as duties and duration of posts held.

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.

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Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE

Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au