5724
Nathan
Gold Coast
Mount Gravatt
Logan
South Bank
Online
Offshore
Other
2 years full-time
4 years part-time
160
$28,500.00* per year (more)
* 2024 indicative annual fee
In a world where change is the only constant, the Master of Global Development will give you a deep understanding of policy, politics, people and power in the modern world. If you are looking to develop your thought leadership skills and identify new, creative solutions that will improve the world around you, then the Master of Global Development is the right fit for you.
This degree was developed to align with the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals, created to address the world's most pressing challenges - including ending poverty and bringing economic prosperity, social inclusion, environmental sustainability and peace and good governance to all countries and all people by 2030. During your study, you will examine the dynamics of global issues including:
As part of your degree, you will work with experts from across the university including our research centres, and will be connected with the international development community. This means you can feel confident you will graduate with the critical perspective, strategic knowledge and contacts necessary to work towards agile solutions to these big issues - and make a difference.
The Master of Global Development offers a range of different durations depending on your previous studies:
You may be eligible to complete this program in 2 years full time, or part-time equivalent, if you have:
You may be eligible to complete this program in 1.5 years full time, or part-time equivalent (with 40 credit points of advanced standing) if you have:
You may be eligible to complete this program in 1 year full time, or part-time equivalent (with 80 credit points of advanced standing), if you have:
Code | Program title | Campus | Intake |
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5724 | Master of Global Development (this program) | Nathan, Online | Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 |
3373 | Graduate Certificate in Global Development | Nathan, Online | Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 |
This program is offered full-time and part-time at the Nathan campus and online. You may choose to study courses at other campuses where the program structure allows.
Graduates from this degree may find career opportunities within non-government organisations and aid organisations, international development, government policy, consultancy and research. Potential organisations include Oxfam, Amnesty International, United Nations, World Bank, AusAid, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 credit points.
The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
If the fee rate for your program is not displayed above, please contact Student Connect for assistance.
If a postgraduate student changes to a different program they will be subject to the approved program fee for the trimester in which they are enrolled.
Throughout your program you may be required to pay for the following items:
Expenses associated with field trips and placements.