Bachelor in Arts - Community Development

The tuition fee is 30,840 AUD per year. The application deadline for Bachelor in Arts - Community Development is Jan 1, 2027.

The Bachelor in Arts - Community Development at Murdoch College is a 3-year degree for students who want to work with communities. This program helps you develop sophisticated skills, wisdom, and high-end knowledge of relationships to succeed in community development.

The curriculum covers community development principles, practices, and examples from around the globe. The Community Development major includes an internship in a community-based setting, where you can extend your skills and build your imagination for how things work in different communities. You will learn from current examples and develop your thinking and talking skills about community development.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Community Development Officers, Social Workers, Youth Workers, Program Coordinators, or Community Arts Managers. They can work in local government, not-for-profit organizations, Aboriginal Community controlled groups, community arts centers, social service organizations, or the resources sector.

Murdoch College, operating in close partnership with Murdoch University and established alongside the university’s long academic tradition, delivers pathway programmes designed to prepare students for undergraduate and postgraduate study. The college offers English language courses, foundation year studies and tailored academic preparation that mirror the university’s curriculum, giving learners a clear route into degree programmes. With a large international cohort and access to Murdoch University facilities, Murdoch College creates a supportive bridge to campus life and academic success.

Students at Murdoch College follow programs that emphasize academic skills, English proficiency and subject knowledge relevant to their intended degree. The college’s alignment with Murdoch University ensures curricular continuity and access to campus resources such as libraries, student support and extracurricular activities. Instructors focus on developing critical thinking, research readiness and practical competencies so students are well prepared for the rigours of university study and future careers.

Beyond classroom learning, Murdoch College fosters student engagement through orientation, academic advising and pathways counselling that simplify admission to Murdoch University degree programmes. International students benefit from tailored support services, accommodation guidance and cultural transition activities. For learners seeking a structured, supportive entry point into Australian higher education and a direct route to university degrees, Murdoch College offers a pragmatic and student-centred option.