Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Emergency and Disaster Management is a postgraduate online course offered by Charles Darwin University that equips students with the knowledge to manage all phases of the disaster management cycle. The course focuses on Southeast Asia, a region that is most prone to and affected by disaster.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Casuarina Campus, Charles Darwin University, Darwin NT 0909

54-58 Cavenagh Street, DARWIN CITY, NT 0800

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Postgraduate courses generally require an undergraduate degree
In some cases, consideration can be given to non-graduates who have relevant professional experience
All Higher Education applicants must satisfy the English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study
Postgraduate English language test minimum requirements: IELTS Academic overall minimum 6.5, no band below 6.0; PTE Academic overall minimum 58, no score below 50; TOEFL overall minimum 79, minimum writing score 21; Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) overall minimum 176, no skill below 169

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers in emergency and disaster management, working with government agencies, non-government organisations (NGOs), aid agencies, and community development organisations. The degree also provides a foundation for roles in humanitarian relief, development assistance, and human services organisations across the Asia Pacific region and globally.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Master of Emergency and Disaster Management available to study fully online?

Yes, the Master of Emergency and Disaster Management is a postgraduate online course, allowing students to study from wherever they live in Australia with the flexibility to choose between part-time and full-time study.

What region does the Master of Emergency and Disaster Management focus on?

The course focuses on Southeast Asia, a region that is most prone to and affected by disaster, providing students with specialised knowledge relevant to this geographic context.

What aspects of disaster management will I study in this course?

The Master of Emergency and Disaster Management equips students with the knowledge to manage all phases of the disaster management cycle, approaching disaster, emergency and community risks holistically.

Who teaches the Master of Emergency and Disaster Management at CDU?

Students are taught by industry experts and academics who have a professional focus on emergency and disaster management, with scenario training forming part of the learning experience.

What support is available when studying online with CDU?

When studying online with CDU, students have access to round-the-clock academic and technical support, 1:1 support from lecturers, and CDU's world-class online learning platform, Learnline.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $80,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $80,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Emergency Management OfficerDisaster Recovery CoordinatorEmergency Planning AdvisorBusiness Continuity ManagerCommunity Resilience Officer

Key Skills

Emergency and disaster risk assessment and hazard analysisDevelopment and implementation of emergency management plans and policiesCrisis communication and public messaging strategiesIncident command and multi-agency coordinationCommunity resilience building and engagement

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