Bachelor Of Humanitarian And Community Studies (bhcs) in Charles Darwin University, Australia

Bachelor Of Humanitarian And Community Studies (bhcs) in Charles Darwin University

The Bachelor of Humanitarian and Community Studies develops your skills to understand, critically analyze and apply concepts of community development and international humanitarian assistance. This course focuses specifically on working with indigenous and non-indigenous communities in urban and resource-poor environments.

The course is delivered by academics and experienced practitioners. Interdisciplinary course units provide you with knowledge in:

Psychology

Sociology

Ethics

Human service delivery

Cultural studies

Indigenous knowledge

Community engagement

Project management

International humanitarian practice

You will also complete two practice placements in your second and third year where you will acquire hands-on skills and knowledge in the fields of humanitarian practice and community development.

Professional Recognition

The course is accredited by the Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA). Graduates will be eligible to apply for membership upon course completion.

Course Structure

This 240 credit point course consists of two common, sixteen core, three specialist and two general elective units. They include units in communication skills, human service delivery, project management, research methods, humanitarian practice, indigenous knowledge and community development.

In the second year of the program, students attend a two-week humanitarian intensive unit at CDU's Casuarina campus. The unit comprises lectures and guest presentations on the international humanitarian aid system and humanitarian practice. Other topics covered include the United Nations system, international law, humanitarian principles, standards and ethics. Students will also participate in hands-on activities during a simulated disaster response event, allowing them to gain practical skills and knowledge relevant to working in the field of international humanitarian assistance. The unit includes field trips and provides opportunities to network with the industry.

In the third year of the program, students undertake a 50-day placement in urban, regional or remote Australia or overseas. The placement is organised by the students and must be completed with a national, regional or international community-based, humanitarian or development aid agency. This placement aims to expose students to the professional environment of the placement agency's field of practice. Overseas placements are available in countries including Indonesia and Timor-Leste.

 

 

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Tuition Fees in Australia (1st Year Average)	BE/Btech: AUD 29109 | MBA: AUD 35139 | MS: AUD 36803 | BBA: AUD 28693 | MEng: AUD 39298 | BSc: AUD 34307 | MIM: AUD 39298 | MFin: AUD 35347 | MArch: AUD 37218 | BHM: AUD 28693 | MIS: AUD 35347 | MEM: AUD 43040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Australia	AUD 1680 Per Month Approx
Entrance Exams in Australia	TOEFL: 77 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 57 | GRE: 300 | GMAT: 600
Work and Study in Australia	Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Australia	2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Australia	AUD 620
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