Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
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Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of International Development - Community Inclusion and Public Health in Melbourne Australia | La Trobe University
La Trobe University
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Melbourne Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
36,800
(c. USD25,951.36)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
La Trobe's Master of International Development equips you with essential skills to progress in humanitarian and development careers. Develop a rewarding profession while mastering strategies to drive sustainable improvements in critical areas. Learn from seasoned professionals as you select from diverse specializations and tailored electives to follow your interests. Gain expertise in fostering valuable connections within the development field, with opportunities for internships or placements at local or global organizations to enhance your capabilities and professional network.
Master sophisticated techniques to independently assess the international development field through comprehensive understanding of interventions and professional standards. Examine intricate development challenges using advanced analytical frameworks from development studies and related fields such as geography, anthropology, public health, sociology, and economics. Investigate, integrate, and effectively convey complex development concepts to both specialized and general audiences.
Graduates can pursue careers across various sectors including global development agencies, governmental bodies, media outlets, nonprofit organizations, community groups, and academic or training institutions.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).
Specialisation - compulsory: The Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) must be deemed cognate and marks reflective of the capacity to work at the Master's level to gain entry to a 1.5-year Master's degree, otherwise, the applicant will be considered for a 2-year Master's degree program, which involves initial entry into a fully upgradeable 1-year Graduate Diploma entry pathway where all subjects are credited into the Master's.
Prior learning developed through relevant work experience or professional accreditation, where it is deemed to be at least equivalent to that obtained through a Bachelor's degree, may be considered. In making an offer to an applicant, the University will give consideration to a range of factors, including academic record, English proficiency and/or employment experience.
Students with a Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline or area and marks reflective of the capacity to work at the Masters level will receive Advanced Standing of up to 60 credit points.
IELTS Overall 6.5, no band less than 6.0
TOEFL Internet based (iBT): Overall score of 79 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing
Tuition
AUD
36,800