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BS in Community Development in the Philippines

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Community Development (BSCD) is a four-year degree program that teaches students how to plan, develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate community projects. It equips students with the necessary skills to be able to organize people in different communities, gain their participation, and serve as a facilitator in the various programs and activities implemented by the government. The program also provides students with an in-depth understanding of the concept of policy analysis, program and project management, and social research. 


Recommended Senior High School Strand

Students who want to pursue a degree in BS in Community Development are encouraged to take the Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) strand under the Academic track. The curriculum focuses on human behavior, literature, education, politics, liberal arts, and society. The HUMSS strand will cover relevant topics that may be further discussed in their college lectures. 


Subjects and Curriculum

  • Introduction to Community Development
  • Urban and Rural Sociology
  • Philippine Society and Community Development
  • Policies Programs and Services for Community Development
  • Communications Strategies for Community Development
  • Community Conflict Resolution and Peace Building Strategies
  • Educational Strategies for Community Development
  • Philippine Contemporary Issues
  • Community Governance and Mobilization Strategies
  • Innovative Strategies in Community Organizing

  • Planning and Administration in Community Development
  • Participatory Project Development and Management
  • Peoples Initiatives and Economic Enterprises
  • Statistics for Community Development

Admission Requirements

Qualifications

  • The student must be a high school graduate. 

However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.

  • The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.

Basic Requirements

  • Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)
  • Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor
  • Most recent medical and dental health record
  • Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
  • Certificate of Good moral character
  • Copy of honorable dismissal
  • Copy of high school diploma
  • (1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture

Program Outcome

Graduates of BS in Community Development are expected to be able to:

  • Apply the competency in research when it comes to designing, implementing, and assessing social programs and projects
  • Analyze and solve social problems and issues
  • Effectively communicate ideas

On-The-Job Training/Internship

During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in local urban and rural development organizations, government and non-profit agencies, and humanitarian institutions.


Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.


Board Exam

The BS in Community Development does not have a board examination. However, graduates may opt to take the Civil Service Examination (CSE) conducted by the Philippine Civil Service Commission (PCSC) to qualify in working in government offices. Some graduates opt to take a Master’s degree followed by a Doctorate degree to gain expertise in the industry. 


Career Opportunities

Graduates of BS in Community Development may pursue a career path in local urban and rural development organizations, government and non-profit agencies, and humanitarian institutions. They may apply as a community development officer, project development officer, community organizer, social researcher, child welfare officer, community education coordinator, economic development director, or a social services administrator.

Reviews of BS in Community Development graduates:

I. D.
◈ Studied BS in Community Development
◈ At University of the Philippines Diliman
◈ Graduated 2011

list bulletWhy did I choose Community Development: I chose this particular course because I wanted to see some changes in our community. I didn’t want it to be done through politics but I like it to be done through my own way.

list bulletAbout my college education: I learned great things here in UP especially the best approach to handle a community when I start alone as an individual. It is not that important to spend lots of money just to achieve your goal and make the changes I want. All I need is the correct approach on how to start and the succeeding steps to do. For me the most difficult part of my college life is the Exams because I am not that good at objective type of exams and I find it poor to answer most of it. But the most Enjoyable part is going through different communities and applying all the ideas and learning I got.

list bulletMy current job: I am Barangay Consultant as well as a Administrator in our Municipal Hall.
Basically as a Consultant I give Good Advice to our fellow people in our area and assist them best possible way I can.

list bulletAm I using what I learned in college: Absolutely, I applied all the learning and ideas I acquired in my College years. I was able to give good advices to troubled people regarding our community development issues.

list bulletHow long did it take to find a job: Less than a Month. After graduation I immediately got the job as the Administrator of our Municipal.

list bulletDo I recommend studying Community Development: I would recommend this course to people who does not look for a bountiful life, like getting high pays and above average salaries for them to have a good life. But to people who would like to see their municipal or barangay prosper and have a better community even if the pay is not that good.

list bulletAdvice to people who are thinking of studying this course: The best advice that I can give to all aspiring Community Development students is that you should have this great Passion. The great Passion why you are doing this kind of job and the big reason why you wanted this course.
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