Postgraduate Certificate in Migration Studies

Summary

Take an in-depth look at the causes and effects of migration with postgraduate study, and boost your career opportunities.

Migration is increasingly a high-priority issue for governments and organisations around the world. Explore the social, economic and political drivers and consequences of forced and voluntary migration.

Drawing on several disciplines, including political science, geography and history, you'll discover why and how migration happens and gain an in-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities it creates. You can choose to examine topics such as the refugee crisis in Europe, labour migration, multiculturalism and immigration as an election issue.

Learning across disciplines

You'll not only gain an in-depth understanding of migration issues, you'll develop your critical thinking, communications and research skills.

If you're a Master's student, you may have the opportunity to do an internship with an organisation involved in migration policy, research or practice. Or you can choose to complete a 60-point research project instead. Take the opportunity to contribute your own perspectives to the study of migration.

Careers

People with an in-depth knowledge of migration issues are increasingly in demand in governments, NGOs, media and research organisations. You'll be able to apply your understanding of migration in a wide range of professions such as policy analysis, research, international development, community development and refugee resettlement.

Programme requirements

For this programme you'll need to:

Complete 60 points

Include courses worth 60 points:

Approaches to Migration Studies (POLS 488)

One course from:

• Geography of Development Studies (GEOG 404)
• History of Migration (HIST 429)
• Directed Individual Study in Migration Studies (MIGS 401)
• Borders, Migrants and States (POLS 416)