In the face of rapid urban change locally and globally, Urban Design at RMIT is focused on establishing innovative techniques for design and practice, advancing the role of design in shaping the future form and performance of our cities.
What will future cities look like?
This long-established course, coordinated by the Workplace Research Centre is suitable to aspiring industrial advocates from workplaces, employer or union backgrounds.
Presented by Heather Horst and Larissa Hjorth.
Structure of workshop:
“Getting to know you” via material cultures
Outline of the historical and interdisciplinary evolution of mobile communication to mobile media; how mobile media can be understood as a set of practices, artefacts and as a research tool; and the relationship between ethnography and mobile media.
Camera phone exercise
‘Big games’ exercise in groups.
This nested suite of courses comprises the Graduate Certificate of Arts (Media and Communications), Graduate Diploma of Arts (Media and Communications) and Master of Arts (Media and Communications) . These programs have been designed to provide both a theoretical base and a portfolio of skills applicable to a wide range of media activities. They are aimed at developing the skills of those interested in working in media-related industries and enhancing the expertise of those already working in the media.
This practical course provides an overview of the writing and editing industry, foundation skills in computing, editing, fiction and non-fiction, as well as a variety of writing specialisations such as short story, journalism, novel, public relations, writing for children and screenwriting.
Employment opportunities
There is an ever growing demand for knowledgeable fundraisers in the third sector, fundraisers who understand all aspects of the field.
Managing an Effective Fundraising Program is now available as a single unit of study to grow your professional understanding of this practice.
The Master of Climate Change is an interdisciplinary coursework or coursework and research degree that allows students to develop a program of advanced learning suited to their individual interests and skills in the area of climate change. The degree is jointly offered by the Crawford School of Economics and Government and the Fenner School of Environment and Society.
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** Upcoming ISF Continuing Professional Development Short Courses - Register Now!
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Integrating Transport and Land-use
presented by A/Prof Garry Glazebrook and others
Economic concepts and theories shape many aspects of our lives, yet most citizens have little knowledge of economics, which constrains their ability to fully understand and evaluate many of the big issues of our age. While one can pursue the study of economics through the conventional channels, all too often the curriculum encountered is far too intellectually and ideologically narrow. This six-week course explains the big ideas in economics, including some very important dissenting and alternative ideas.
Social Leadership Australia presents the first of a new series of Masterclasses on key leadership skills to be offered in 2013 on 21-23 March in Sydney.
Tools and Skills for Policy Practitioners workshop Brisbane July 23-24. Understand and navigate the world of policy development with policy experts Peter Bridgman (Australian Policy Handbook-now 5th edition) and Nonie Malone. Apply learnings to your own situation and aspirations.
Project and Program Management workshop Brisbane March 29-30. Learn the practical application of project management tools and methodologies to deliver better policy outcomes from Ray Shatte with Peter Bridgman (Australian Policy Handbook) and Nonie Malone.
Building on the strengths of the Australian National University (ANU) and its national capital location, in 2013 a new degree will be offered in Canberra for the first time, the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (BPPE). The degree has been developed for ambitious and motivated students who aspire to become leaders and influencers in their chosen field. ANU has an outstanding international reputation in these disciplines with philosophy recently being ranked sixth in the world and politics and international studies ranked tenth in the world.
Take the next step for career success in the human services sector.
With a focus on human services organisations in rural, regional and urban environments, the course provides you with a practical understanding of essential areas including program creation, evaluation techniques, management, leadership, strategic planning, HR and organisational culture.
Take your first step for career success in the human services sector. Bringing together a unique blend of theory and practice, Monash University’s Bachelor of Community Welfare and Counselling provides you with the skills and knowledge required to work across a diverse range of practice fields.
From counselling, child protection and family support to social policy and community development, the course offers an adaptable, highly versatile qualification that opens doors to employment opportunities in Australia and throughout the world.
Social Leadership Australia's new Queensland Leadership Regional Intensives in Roma and Cairns in 2013 are part of a vision for a new direction in leadership in Queensland. They are designed to foster connections amongst leaders in different sectors, and to generate new ideas and ways of working to address the real-world challenges that matter most to the future of the state.
The Institute for Sustainable Futures at UTS is offering two-day short courses in practice based sustainable transport planning methods.
Need to develop your skills?
The Institute for Sustainable Futures at UTS is offering two-day short courses in practice based sustainable transport planning methods.
Travel Planning
This course provides participants with a competency-based learning program in the development of Travel Plans for specific sites and precincts.
Presenter: Dr Michelle Zeibots and Nicola Ison
The Bachelor of Social Science is designed to foster student's individual development and allow them to develop research and analytical skills that can be applied to a range of situations. Social Science students learn how to gather, synthesise and assess information, how to conceptualise issues and how to express themselves effectively, both orally and in writing.
Social Leadership Australia's new Queensland Leadership Intensive and masterclasses in Brisbane will bring sustained, world-class leadership development within your reach in 2013. Designed to foster new connections; generate new ideas and ways of working to address real-world challenges; and develop your skills in key leadership areas, this is a great opportunity to connect with a growing network of like-minded leaders and develop your capability to make a lasting positive impact in your work.
Need to develop your skills?
The Institute for Sustainable Futures at UTS is offering two-day short courses in practice based sustainable transport planning methods.
Travel Planning
This course provides participants with a competency-based learning program in the development of Travel Plans for specific sites and precincts.
Presenter: Dr Michelle Zeibots and Nicola Ison
Mon 25 – Tue 26 February 2013 (9am-5:00pm)
Mon 21 – Tue 22 October 2013 (9am-5:00pm)
Integrating Transport & Land Use
