Graduate Diploma in Social Justice (Development Studies)

About the course

This graduate diploma explores sustainable human development challenges at local, national and global levels. You’ll build theoretical foundations in social justice and gain practice-oriented insight into development policy, programs and outcomes. The program is designed for those seeking to enter or advance in humanitarian and not-for-profit work. It is a Graduate Diploma in social justice and development studies. The programme develops advanced psychological assessment, intervention planning, and evidence-based practice for professional settings.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue or progress roles in humanitarian aid, international development and not-for-profit organisations, supporting program design, policy analysis, advocacy and community development. The course strengthens capability to evaluate development interventions and engage with complex social justice issues across sectors and regions. It is suited to professional pathways connected to development policy and practice in a Graduate Diploma context. Preparing graduates for organisational psychology, counselling support, human services, and specialist practitioner pathways.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)