Sydney,
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Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of International Development - Economic Management 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 the essential skills to progress in the humanitarian and development field. Develop a rewarding career while mastering strategies to drive sustainable, impactful change in critical areas. You'll gain insights from seasoned professionals as you select from diverse specializations and tailored electives, enabling you to follow your interests. Acquire expertise in fostering key connections within the development sector and participate in internships or placements with local or global organizations, enhancing both your capabilities and professional network.
Master sophisticated knowledge of complex interventions, methodologies, and industry standards to independently assess the international development landscape. Examine intricate development challenges through advanced theoretical frameworks from development studies and allied fields such as geography, anthropology, public health, sociology, and economics. Investigate, consolidate, and effectively convey complex development concepts, techniques, and innovations to diverse audiences, both specialized and general.
Upon completing the program, career opportunities span various sectors including multilateral development agencies, governmental and intergovernmental 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