Postgraduate

Master of International Development

Engage with the contemporary challenges of addressing poverty and inequality globally, and engage with the complex challenges of international development.
1.5-2
Years Full Time

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Career Pathways

You'll be well positioned to pursue a career with aid agencies, government, non-government organisations, and international research institutions, such as the FAO and United Nations. 
You'll be well positioned to pursue a career with aid agencies, government, non-government organisations, and international research institutions, such as the FAO and United Nations. 

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Fees and scholarships

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Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2024
Commonwealth Supported Place $9,845.65

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

International Student Fees

Indicative first year fee
2024
$42,100.00

Find out more about tuition fees or visit the fee calculator for the estimated total course fee.

Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—a relevant Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on—the relevant requirements under Rule 4.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

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Course details

The Master of International Development engages you with the contemporary challenges of addressing poverty and inequality globally through an emphasis on empirical evidence, real-world case studies, and debates. You will develop the knowledge and skills to approach practical and policy challenges in a wide range of contexts by drawing on expertise from development geographers, political scientists, resource economists and development practitioners.

DollarThis course is subsidised for Australian residents through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Visit our fee calculator for CSP rates and an estimate on your course fees.

About the course

This course aims to provide students with a grounding in international development concepts, theories and approaches. Students are equipped with the analytical and practical skills they need to engage critically in development issues and debates from an interdisciplinary perspective, and to work across broad areas of development policy, research and practice. The course includes foundational units in development theory and case studies. 

 

Master of International Development

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Please refer to the UWA Handbook
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 71550
CRICOS code
  • 083850D
Master of International Development
Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Please refer to the UWA Handbook
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 71550
CRICOS code
  • 083850D
Full time/part time duration
  • 1.5
Degrees course is available in
  • Master of International Development

5 reasons to study International Development

  1. Our world is increasingly connected, and technologically and economically advanced. Yet the gaps between rich and poor people and countries are growing, and complex environmental, political, and socioeconomic challenges are increasing
  2. You will gain a broad suite of skills to take up career opportunities in the development sector at various scales. From engagement with small subsistence farmers, to consulting on corporate social responsibility for major mining agencies, to shaping responses to climate change, food security, and adult literacy and maternal health challenges with major government or multinational agencies

Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Core
Take all units (36 points):
Coursework and Dissertation (focus area)
Take all units (24 points):
"Coursework and Dissertation" students only: take units to the value of 12 points:
Coursework only (focus area)
"Coursework" students only: take units to the value of 30 points:
"Coursework" students only: take 1 unit (6 points) from this group.

Why study International Development at UWA?

  • The program has a multi-disciplinary approach, being co-taught by schools across the university including Social Sciences; Agriculture and Environment; Business; and Population and Global Health, to ensure you graduate with a well-rounded capacity to affect global and local change
  • This multi-disciplinary focus also promotes an appreciation of different disciplinary perspectives, which is valued by employers
  • Taught by high-profile academic staff with rich field and consultancy experience
  • You will be equipped with analytical and practical skills to engage critically in development policy, research and practice
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Master of International Development

Course highlights

  • The program has a multi-disciplinary approach to ensure you graduate with a well-rounded capacity to affect global and local change. 
  • This multi-disciplinary focus also promotes an appreciation of different disciplinary perspectives, which is valued by employers. 
  • The course is taught by high-profile academic staff with rich field and consultancy experience. 
  • You will be equipped with analytical and practical skills to engage critically in development policy, research and practice.
 
Master of International Development

Put theory into practice

Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.

Find out more about Work Integrated Learning.

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Flexibility

We understand that life is busy. That's why our postgraduate courses are designed so you can balance your work and studies. Our flexible postgraduate experience includes the opportunity to study part time, a range of units that are taught after hours, and the option to learn via intensive units. Ask our Student Central team for advice on choosing the right postgraduate route for you. Find out more here.

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