Overview

This future-focused Global Studies degree from RMIT University gives you flexibility to design your studies in order to pursue emerging and cross-sector job opportunities, including in international development, security, crises and disaster management and sustainability.By engaging with organisations and communities, thought leaders and students from diverse backgrounds, Master of Global Studies graduates will emerge with advanced knowledge and skills to lead teams, communities and inform strategic decision-making across a diverse range of industries.The Master of Global Studies degree is oriented towards emerging and future challenges by teaching core skills across analysis and critical thinking, communication, leadership, ethical engagement and research so as to respond to the needs of communities and organisations in meeting broader global objectives such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity undertake key courses as part of your general degree while building unique combinations of specialisations to elevate your expertise and advance your career.

Career

Graduates will be qualified for a wide range of government, business and non-government organisations in roles that require analytical, communication and management skills, including:

Policy Analyst, Advisor or Officer

Program or Project Manager

Policy and Planning Manager

Research and Development Manager or Officer

Intelligence Analyst, Advisor or Officer.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Governance

Global Development

Sustainability, Governance and Social Change

Global Security

International Project Management: Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation

Global Civil Society, NGOs and Sustainable Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-03-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-07-21 00:00:00

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More details

National: Applications will be accepted for each program until all places are filled, so ensure you apply as early as possible for your application to be considered.

Int: Applicants who are required to apply for a student visa are recommended to apply and accept their offers for minimum of 4 weeks prior to program’s commencement date to allow sufficient visa processing time.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Development View 25 other Masters in International Development 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 107042A

You must have:

successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification),

OR

at least 5 years of relevant professional experience in international development, urban or disaster management, or related policy fields.

Tuition Fee

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International

37440 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37440 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

28800 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28800 AUD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Melbourne

1501 - 2659 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 Global Studies.

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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