Duration
Part-time: Varies
Next start date
2023 Semester One – 27 February
2023 Semester Two – 17 July
Available locations
Epsom
Points
60
Programme type
Postgraduate

Programme overview

This certificate will advance your skills in social and community leadership and build your ability to lead and innovate across community, government, not-for-profit and social-good sectors.

If you complete this certificate with a GPA of 5.0 or higher, you can credit the courses passed to the Master of Social and Community Leadership degree, provided that the postgraduate certificate has not been awarded.

This 60-point programme is flexibly designed to suit those working full-time or
part-time in community, government, not-for-profit and social good sectors, as
well as graduates from a range of disciplines.

This programme is delivered entirely online.

Programme structure

Take two 30-point core courses in leadership, ethics and systems, and social innovation, evaluation and programme design to complete this 60-point certificate.* The core courses involve applied learning that is highly relevant to current and future practice and leadership.

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Semester 1 30 points

  • Code:
    SOCCLEAD 706
    Name:
    Innovation, Design and Evaluation
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    30 pts

Semester 2 30 points

  • Code:
    SOCCLEAD 703
    Name:
    Leadership, Ethics, Systems
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    30 pts

2023 entry requirements

Programme requirements

You must have completed an undergraduate degree at a recognised university (or similar institution) with at least 60 points (at least 15-20% of your degree) in social science subjects.

Alternatively, you must have completed an undergraduate degree in a related field (such as human services, social work or other social practice) at a recognised university (or similar institution) and have at least two years’ experience in community, government, not-for-profit or social-good sectors.

Further programme requirements

English language requirements

If you are an international applicant whose first language is not English you will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency.

You will require an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0. See alternative English language requirements.

Other pathways to study

In exceptional circumstances, if you do not meet the above entry requirements, an equivalent qualification or professional experience may be considered. For more information, contact the Faculty of Education and Social Work.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

How much does a Postgraduate Certificate in Social and Community Leadership cost per year?

2023 fees

Domestic students
NZ$4,154.40*
International students
NZ$19,136*

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.38 per point, estimated at $502.80 for full-time study (60 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

See course fees for each faculty

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Scholarships and awards

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Student loans and allowances

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Cost of living

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For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Key dates

Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Application closing dates

Summer School 2023
1 December 2022
Semester One 2023
8 December 2022
Semester Two 2023
4 July 2023

Start dates

Here are the start dates for the programme.

Other important dates

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For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

View our study pathways guide to help you decide whether this programme is right for you. 

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For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

There are various career opportunities available based on prior experience, expertise and elective specialisation within the PGCertSCL. Common themes include leadership, programme design, social innovation and development, consultation, policy development, social change, community and health development.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Community facilitator and advocate
  • Facilitator/educator
  • Not-for-profit organisation leader
  • Programme designer
  • Social and community coordinator
  • Social innovator/consultant

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