Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours) in Canberra Australia | The Australian National University

The Australian National University | Canberra Australia
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 50,760
(c. USD35,567.33)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours) program demonstrates ANU's dedication to research-focused learning. Expanding upon the Bachelor of Development Studies, it offers advanced training for professional careers or postgraduate research by fostering in-depth knowledge of research methodologies, theoretical frameworks in development studies, and the execution of a substantial research project—typically a 20,000-word thesis—that generates novel insights or addresses complex challenges.

Career Prospects
An Honours degree in Development Studies opens doors to careers in international aid, community development, immigration services, indigenous affairs, and intercultural communication across both public and private sectors.

Program Objectives
formulate a meaningful research question in Development Studies;
conduct innovative, rigorous, ethical, and independent investigation using relevant theories and methodologies, while situating the research within its academic tradition;

effectively present research findings through suitable formats;


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

A Bachelor of Development Studies Degree from ANU or equivalent from another institution with a weighted average mark of at least 70 per cent calculated from the 48 units of courses listed in the degree as core courses development studies courses and advanced level courses and with the written approval of an identified supervisor for THES4103 Thesis.

IELTS - Overall score - 6.5, Reading - 6.0, Writing - 6.0, Listening - 6.0, Speaking - 6.0.
TOEFL IBT - Overall score - 80, Reading - 20, Writing - 20, Listening - 18, Speaking - 18.

Tuition AUD 50,760

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