Overview

The Emergency and Disaster Management program from Charles Darwin University will equip you with the skills and ability to apply your knowledge and experience appropriately, collaboratively and productively in this vulnerable region and other parts of the world. You will graduate with essential knowledge and skills to lead and manage all phases of the disaster management cycle, as well as the confidence to apply your academic studies to practical responses and report on your professional experience into the academic sphere of this rapidly evolving sector. This in-depth course promotes its uniqueness in three areas: its focus on Asia-Pacific Region; its informed practice and research; its multi-sectoral approach.

This course is a pathway for further studies (for example, into a Master of Emergency and Disaster Management) and is supported by nationally and internationally respected industry partners. The Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate in Emergency and Disaster Management are entry and exit pathways for the Master's degree.

Why study humanitarian, emergency and disaster management at CDU?

There is growing demand for skilled humanitarian and development aid professionals in today's world. Study humanitarian, emergency and disaster management at CDU to learn how to help those affected by natural disasters, man-made conflicts, social injustice and poverty.

Gain hands-on experience with intensives and placements
Learn from academics and industry professionals
#2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Emergency and Disaster Management in Context

Interdisciplinary Aspects of Emergency and Disaster Management

Leadership in Emergency and Disaster Management

Cultural, Social and Psychological Aspects of Emergency and Disaster Management

Indigenous Research Methodologies
Realist Research and Evaluation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-03-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-17 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-28 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

80 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Risk Management Emergency & Disaster Management View 10 other Masters in Risk Management in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 089412M
Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, masters degree or equivalent international qualification.

Tuition Fee

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International

33168 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33168 AUD per year during 12 months.

If you are enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place (CSP), your tuition fees will be subsidised by the Government (you won't have to pay this back).

Living costs for Darwin

1493 - 2530 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Emergency and Disaster Management.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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