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Begin an engaging graduate program offering focused education in international development across local, national, and worldwide scales. UNSW's Master of Development Studies is a two-year, full-time immersive program delivering specialized training in global development at various levels. This program adopts a hands-on methodology grounded in human rights principles, equitable society, and grassroots progress. You'll gain analytical tools to navigate the intricate geopolitical, economic, social, ethical, and cultural dimensions of development work. Learn from leading scholars actively shaping international development policies worldwide and in Australia, while benefiting from their practical field knowledge and professional insights.
For the 1 year stream (A)
Honours degree or Graduate Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.
Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%, plus one year relevant professional experience.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 7.0 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL IBT (Internet Based): 94 overall (min. 25 in writing, 23 in reading, listening and speaking); Pearson (PTE - Academic): 65 overall (min. 54 in each subtest); C1 Advanced Cambridge: 185 overall (min. 169 in each subtest); C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 185 overall (min. 180 in each subtest); UNSW Global University English Entry Course (UEEC): Successful completion with a minimum overall grade of B and a minimum grade of C in the writing component.