Master of Learning and Development (Career Development and Lifelong Learning)

USQ’s Master of Learning & Development (Career Development) is ideal if you work in teaching, counselling, training, employment or community development roles and support the career planning and development of students, clients, and organisations.

This degree is for new and experienced practitioners looking to focus on big picture issues in career development, including policy, employability and learning. Designed to tap into your work environment, with learning that is relevant and useful, this degree enables you to complete a work-based project for assessment.

A research pathway is also available for students wishing to undertake future research higher degree studies.

Study flexibility

If you are not sure whether you would like to complete an entire Masters degree, apply to study USQ’s Postgraduate Certificate in Learning & Development and take the credit from your studies to the Master of Learning and Development if you decide to continue studying.

A pathway also exists to the Doctor of Education or Doctor of Philosophy.

Career opportunities

Graduates of this degree will have the knowledge and skills to help people manage their careers, make occupational and study decisions, plan career transitions and find career information. Career opportunities include Education Managers, Community Development Managers, and Job Placement Managers in an array of work environments from schools, TAFEs and universities to government agencies and industry.

Endorsed by Careers Industry Council of Australia

The Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA) has endorsed USQ’s Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Career Development) and the Master of Learning and Development (Career Development) as meeting the Professional Standarsd for Australian Career Development Practioners.