Master of International Development

... Australia
... University of the Sunshine Coast

Course Overview

Become a world changer. This practice-focused program will equip you to obtain employment in development with international organisations including the United Nations, UNESCO, the FAO, the World Bank, non-government organisations (NGO's), development and consultancy corporations, and donor agencies.

In this program you will:

  • Explore key issues and practices regarding poverty alleviation and development, preparing you for the international development sector

  • Be introduced to development theories and ideologies, including colonisation and de-colonisation, industrialisation, globalisation, dependency, rural development, food security, poverty alleviation, urbanisation, environment, and the impact of climate change in developing countries

  • Learn key skills and approaches in development practice, including traditional and emerging donors, the role of non-government organisations and managing contractors, research design and project management

  • Tailor your second year to an area of application and practice that interests you

General Eligibility

Completion of a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent. Applicants who do not possess an undergraduate degree but have relevant full-time equivalent work or other relevant experience equivalent to a bachelor degree may be admitted in exceptional circumstances only, and will be assessed on a case by case basis.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each component).

Programme Information
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Course Category

Community Development


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Campus Name

Sunshine Coast


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 2 years


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Available Intake

February


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IELTS Score


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Tuition Fees Range

25400,

25400, (INT)


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