Volunteering
Volunteer to make positive social change
Volunteering in Practice is an elective unit that helps you build your confidence and capacity to make a positive impact on society.
Through this unit, you'll get to volunteer at an approved organisation as part of your degree.
Volunteering allows you to contribute to positive change while building your confidence and employability – and you get course credit! This unit encourages you to align your volunteer work with your personal values and explore the impact of social engagement through reflective learning.
Hear what made previous student volunteers and Monash staff want to get involved.
You’ll complete at least 24 hours of volunteering with an approved organisation, and complete online modules and assessments that explore key ideas and frameworks behind volunteering. You’ll select from a curated list of opportunities that meet the unit criteria.
From helping families in need to tutoring kids, there are many different options for what you'll be doing as a student volunteer.
To find out whether the course you're looking to study offers the volunteering unit, check out our eligible courses.
Gain real-world experience and connect with peers, staff and your community – all while helping those in need.
Other benefits include:
- 6 credit points towards your degree (without sitting an exam)
- hands-on experience in a field you're interested in
- transferable skills that boost your employability.
Gain valuable experience
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