Graduate Diploma in Social Justice (Peace and Conflict Studies)

About the course

This Graduate Diploma explores the intellectual and practical challenges of achieving peace with justice, from reconciliation after mass violence to the role of the United Nations in peacekeeping and peace building. Tailored to your interests, it develops theoretical insight and practical skills to address conflict, violence, justice and human rights in local and global contexts. It is a one-year graduate diploma in peace and conflict studies within social justice.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, human rights and social justice initiatives across government, NGOs and international organisations. The course supports work in community advocacy, policy and program roles, research and project coordination in areas such as reconciliation, transitional justice, media and conflict, and UN-related or humanitarian fields. It is a graduate diploma qualification preparing you for applied practice in peace and conflict studies.

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)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)