International and Community Development

Overview

Set yourself up for career progression in an evolving field by studying the Master of International and Community Development . With new expertise, you’ll be able to take the lead on development programs that promote justice, reduce poverty and create environments for people to lead sustainable, fulfilling lives.

The International and Community Development course at Deakin University  is the largest, longest-running and most reputable course of its type in Australia.

Career 

You’ll graduate from this course with sought-after skills that open the door to a wide range of opportunities, both in Australia and internationally. Your practical experience will prepare you for leadership roles within all organisations that respond to challenges relating to social justice, empowerment, poverty and community development. These include:

• international and domestic non-government organisations
• government agencies
• local community organisations, councils and other civil society actors
• Commonwealth departments such as the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)
• international aid and development agencies such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
• bilateral and multilateral agencies.