The Global Development program at Griffith University 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.
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Overview
The Global Development program at Griffith University 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 During your study, you will examine the dynamics of global issues including:
- Development Economics
- Human Rights and Development
- Climate Change and Disaster Management
- Health and Development
- Law Politics and Planning.
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.
Career opportunities
Graduates from this degree may seek roles within Non-Government Organsiation 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.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Environment and Development
- Public Participation and Social Impact Assessment
- Research Methods for Policy Makers
- Key Issues in Development Studies
- International Relations Theory: Concepts and Approaches
- PG Business Internship
- Independent Project
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 24 months
- Average part-time duration 48 months
- Duration description
International students: 4 years part-time (online only)
- Credits 160 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus, Online
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
CRICOS- 097102C- hold any Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from a recognised University (or another tertiary institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale) OR
- hold a related Bachelor degree or Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) from a recognised University (or another tertiary institution of equivalent standing) - students will be eligible for 40 credit points of advanced standing OR
- hold a related Bachelor Honours or Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) from a recognised University (or another tertiary institution of equivalent standing) - students will be eligible for 80 credit points of advanced standing.
Tuition Fee
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26500 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 26500 AUD per year and a duration of 24 months. -
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22500 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 22500 AUD per year and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Brisbane
- 1402 - 2530 AUD/monthLiving Costs
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Funding
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