Master of Global Development
James Cook University (JCU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00117J
Gain the expertise and specialist skills to help direct development initiatives like poverty alleviation, sustainable planning and global health. Consolidate and expand your expertise in Global Development and join a new generation of ethical global citizens and change-makers. You will be on the forefront of new ideas, as JCU is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals*. JCUs central, tropical location gives Global Development graduates a unique platform for engaging with pressing global development issues. Develop the knowledge and skills that will allow you to work in priority areas of poverty alleviation, sustainable planning, social justice, climate responsive systems, sustainable resource management and global health
Structure
48 credit points by coursework.
Subjects
- Global Development. Areas of study include: Disaster resilience and natural resource management
- public health
- sustainable development planning and policy
- Indigenous futures
- governance and social change
- leadership and management for development
- the development researcher
Standard entry requirements
- AQF level 7 bachelor degree
- Equivalent
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JCU Cairns | International: $71,648 | No |
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| JCU Online | International: $71,648 | No |
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Further information
For external delivery option, computer and internet access is required. International student visa-holders must not enrol in more than one third of the total credit points for the course in online, distance or external study. This course is also available to international students by offshore external study.
