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Graduate Certificate in Development Assessment
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00099F
Development assessment and building certification have become some of local government's most important activities. The planning system has become increasingly complex requiring increased levels of skills and knowledge for those working in the sector. People from a wide range of professional and technical backgrounds work in development assessment, and many lack specialist training in the field. To meet differing individual needs, the UTS Centre for Local Government has developed a unique, high-quality graduate certificate course that incorporates specialist professional development and technical subjects. The cornerstone of this course is its flexibility. It allows participants to prepare a personal study plan that matches the specific requirements of their work, career and other commitments. Most subjects can be studied through intensive block mode and, in some cases, by distance. The course blends research and practical components, and is designed for those seeking to become leaders in the field of development assessment. It complements a first degree or TAFE qualification in planning, building surveying or other related fields.
Structure
The course totals 24 credit points, made up of 4 subjects.
Subjects
- Development assessment
Standard entry requirements
- Previous qualifications in architecture, building or planning. If the previous qualification is not in one of these fields, applicants require a Certificate IV in Planning or the Statement of Attainment in Building Assessment. Applicants need to provide: a personal statement
- The Graduate Certificate in Development Assessment
- A CV articulating local government sector related work with a minimum of 2 years' experience. Applicants who do not possess such graduate qualifications must have 5 years' professional experience in architecture, building, planning or local government and demonstrate evidence of meeting bachelor's degree learning outcomes in the above discipline areas. The English proficiency requirement for local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0
- Or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21
- Or AE5: Pass
- Or PTE: 58-64
- Or CAE: 176-184.
Study pathways
Students who have completed relevant previous studies (such as relevant postgraduate studies at a recognised institution or eligible UTS short courses) may apply to the course coordinator for credit recognition. Graduates may apply for admission to the Graduate Diploma in Local Government Management and request credit recognition for relevant subjects studied in this course.
Further information
This course is not offered to international students.
