Master of International Development in Sippy Downs Australia | University of the Sunshine Coast

University of the Sunshine Coast | Sippy Downs Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 25,600
(c. USD18,055.68)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

This career-oriented program prepares you for professional roles in international development with organizations like the UN, UNESCO, FAO, World Bank, NGOs, development firms, and aid agencies. Throughout the program, you will:
Examine critical topics and methodologies in poverty reduction and development, building expertise for the global development field
Study foundational development concepts and frameworks, covering colonialism and post-colonialism, industrialization, globalization, economic dependence, rural advancement, food security, poverty reduction, urban growth, environmental concerns, and climate change effects in developing nations
Acquire essential development skills and methodologies, including working with traditional and new funding sources, understanding NGO operations and project contractors, research methodology, and program administration
Customize your final year to focus on a specialized area of development practice that aligns with your interests


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

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.

IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each subtest
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 85 with minimum score of 21 for writing

Tuition AUD 25,600

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