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Overview
The Asia-Pacific region features strongly in our research and teaching but we also cover other parts of the world, such as Latin America, Central Asia and Africa.
Recent graduate research has been conducted in Samoa, Cook Islands, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Philippines, Indonesia, Cambodia, Maldives, Taiwan, Nepal and Peru. Staff research and practice has included work in Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Vanuatu, Tonga, Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Vietnam, Yemen, Niger, Benin, Tanzania and Cuba.
Career
The Master of Arts in Development Studies from University of Auckland is an effective way to take your knowledge and transferable skills to the next level. Our graduates have combined skills in strategic and critical thinking with global and cultural awareness for careers in fields such as government, international development, museums and cultural heritage, media production, research and policy.
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Courses include:
- Development Praxis
- Gender and Development
- Independent Research
- Theories of International Development
- Development Policies and Institutions
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
120 alternative credits
120, 180
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Philosophy & Ethics Educational Research International Development View 27 other Masters in International Development in New ZealandExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
120-point (one-year) MA
- A BA(Hons) or PGDipArts in Development Studies or in one of Anthropology, Asian Studies, Economics, Education, Geography, History, Māori Studies, Pacific Studies, Political Studies, Sociology with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or approval of the Director of Development Studies. The research masters has higher requirements.
- A BA or approved equivalent with a major in Anthropology, Asian Studies, Development Studies, Economics, Education, Geography, Global Studies, History, Māori Studies, Pacific Studies, Politics and International Relations or Sociology.
- You must have a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II including at least 45 points in the major.
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22544 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22544 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
4789 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4789 USD per year during 12 months.
- Domestic: NZ$8,131.20 – $10,060.80
- International: NZ$38,273 – $48,622
Living costs for Auckland
1400 - 2200 NZD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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