Time commitment
Fellows are required to attend all intensive weeks (see the ‘Key dates and details’ tab on this page for more on this). In addition, Fellows need to dedicate additional time to independent study and assessment writing. This is a full-time course load, equivalent to 40 hours per week. AFSE also facilitates fortnightly online study groups to connect with Fellows and focus on completion of assessment and project development work.
Many Fellows are engaged in full-time work, have caring responsibilities and hold important roles in their community, at the same time as working through the full-time study components of the Fellowship. If this sounds like you, please note that making space for study during the year is essential. The key is excellent planning and execution. Commitment to the foundation year is significant, and AFSE provides extensive resources to support Fellows to enable successful completion.
Support
AFSE meets the full cost of all course fees for the postgraduate study (Master’s or Graduate Certificate of Social Change Leadership) at the University of Melbourne, and all associated Student Services and Amenities Fees. This applies to all Fellows.
Other Information/Terms & Condition
AFSE provides a range of additional support to all Fellows for the foundation year. This support includes:
- one-on-one tutors and learning support for study
- free mental health support provided by Indigenous psychologists and counsellors, contracted to AFSE for use by Fellows
- disability access and support
All Fellows have access to the full range of support services provided to all University of Melbourne students.
AFSE is committed to continuing Fellow intakes and delivering the program should public health challenges arise. Contingency plans are in place to continue the Fellowship in the event of public health restrictions and will include online learning as required.