Overview

The course articulates with the Master of Disability Practice and Leadership  - 2 year or the Master of Disability Practice and Leadership (Developmental Education) and the sequentially developed topics enable progression through the two awards.

Student guidance

Program of study overview
Program of study notes

Admission requirements

Admission requirements
English Language requirements

Aims

The course aims to:

  • Prepare graduates with specialised knowledge that can be applied to support the inclusion and citizenship of people with disability in their local communities
  • Provide an effective pathway for students to specialise in disability and human services
  • Broaden the professional opportunities for graduates and assist them in becoming National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) aware, knowledgeable, effective and respected professionals in their chosen field

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:
1.
Demonstrate professional knowledge around conceptual perspectives and embodied experience of disability
2.
Work in alliance with people with disability, families and advocates to promote the well-being of people with disability
3.
Value and incorporate ongoing critical self-reflection and continued professional development in own practice
4.
Utilise specialised knowledge and a human rights approach to facilitate inclusion and citizenship of people with disability
5.
Critically evaluate and apply research, problem solving frameworks and reflection skills in ethical decision-making and professional practice

Student progression rules

Failure to complete the course within 2 years or the award of a grade of Fail (F) in the same topic on more than one occasion, may constitute prima facie evidence of unsatisfactory progress for the purposes of the University's Policy on Student Progress.