Master of Global Development

James Cook University

CRICOS Institution Code 00117J

Duration

104 weeks

Delivery

Online and on-campus

Study Load

Full time / Part time

Intakes

Online: February, September / Cairns: February, September

Course Overview

About This Course

Consolidate and expand your expertise in Global Development and join a new generation of ethical global citizens and change-makers. You’ll be on the forefront of new ideas, as JCU’s 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 — areas identified by the UN as key global challenges for future sustainability. As you study this Master of Global Development degree, you will gain key conceptual and practical skills to understand and respond to the shifting landscapes of human development. Learn how to critically analyse, evaluate and generate solutions to complex development problems — from infrastructure to systemic issues — for tropical, remote and inter-cultural settings through informed and evidence-based methodologies. Throughout this global development degree, you will learn to integrate and apply advanced theoretical and technical knowledge in global development policy and practice, ensuring your ability to make a difference at both a community and policy level. In the Master of Global Development, you will study six core subjects and choose additional elective subjects from eight main areas of global development, including: Development and Conservation; Disaster Resilience and Natural Resource Management; Public Health; Sustainable Development Planning and Policy; Indigenous Futures; Governance and Social Change; Development Leadership and Management; and the Development Researcher. Tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals by specialising or combining knowledge from these eight areas.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Brisbane

349 Queen St, BRISBANE, QLD 4000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

$12,539 per year (Commonwealth Supported Place)

Duration

104 weeks

Intakes

Online: February, September / Cairns: February, September

Study Mode

Full time / Part time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic Students:

AQF level 7 bachelor degree; or equivalent

International Students:

AQF level 7 bachelor degree; or equivalent
English language requirements: Band 1
If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course

Additional Requirements:

Completion of an AQF level 7 Bachelor degree; or Other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Dean, College of Arts, Society and Education as equivalent to the above
Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of ”Band 1” – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of the Master of Global Development, you will have strong skills in project and resource management, leadership, planning, critical evaluation and advanced research as well as extensive practical experience.
The Master of Global Development prepares you for a career with unlimited potential.
Your knowledge and skills are highly applicable in many areas of education, welfare and development, allowing you to enter a wide variety of positions.
Highly regarded by employers, development graduates are sought after within a range of national and international NGOs, government departments, local councils and private sector operators working in international development.
Your future career will have a national and international scope through JCU’s strong ties across the Asia Pacific and Tropics, which you will first experience in your professional placement.
The connections you make with the organisation facilitating your placement could lead to employment opportunities post-graduation.
These organisations can include local and state government, such as the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) and the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID), international NGOs such as Action, Aid and Oxfam, and UN bodies such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units70 units

EV5951

Development in Practice

EV5952

Critical Issues in Global Development

EV5957

Sustainable Development in a Global World

AN5006

Asia Pacific Development: Culture and Globalisation

PL5153

Politics and Foreign Relations

WS5103

Community Development

EC5205

Economic Growth and Sustainable Development

EV5953

Research Methods for Global Development

BU5950

Research Project

BU5951

Research Dissertation

SS5012

Social Science Coursework Masters Thesis

SC5010

Postgraduate Internship

BZ5215

Conservation Biology

BZ5220

Population and Community Ecology

BZ5225

Technological Applications in Ecology

BZ5480

Restoration Ecology

BZ5740

Wildlife Ecology and Management

EC5218

Economics and Sustainable Resource Management

EV5020

Environmental Social Science

EV5606

Hazards and Disasters

EV5200

Natural Resource Management

MB5004

Marine Conservation Biology

TM5502

Tropical Public Health

TM5514

Environmental Health

TM5552

Global Health and Development

TM5513

Public Health Management, Leadership, Planning and Policy

TM5510

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health

TM5557

Disaster Health Management

TM5526

Public Health Economics

TM5536

Public Health in Humanitarian Emergencies

TM5562

Reproductive Health in Developing Countries

BZ5755

Climate Change and Biodiversity

EV5003

Environmental Economics

EV5110

Environmental and Social Impact Assessment

EV5301

Urban Geography

EV5953

Research Methods for Global Development

LB5229

Economics for a Sustainable World

PL5002

Policy Analysis and Management

TO5004

Sustainable Tourism Development

WS5005

Social Policy Analysis

PL5220

Climate Change, People, and Power

AN5013

Culture, Knowledge & Environmental Management in the Context of Global Development

IA5013

Indigenous Australians

IA5022

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People as Colonial Subjects

IA5029

Comparative Indigenous Studies

IA5030

Navigating the Cultural Interface

EC5202

Cost Benefit Analysis

EC5216

Econometrics and Big Data Analysis

EC5205

Economic Growth and Sustainable Development

EC5207

Economics of Social Policy

EC5218

Economics and Sustainable Resource Management

ED5859

Human Diversity

FR5001

Pacific French: Language, Culture, and People

LA5902

Environmental Law and Policy

LB5231

Corporate Responsibility and Governance

LB5236

International Political Economy

PL5110

Shifting Geopolitical Environments in Emerging States

PL5004

Chinese International Relations

PL5330

Rethinking Global Politics: Contesting Authority and Orders

SY5018

Power and Protest in a Globalising World

LB5203

Responsible & Sustainable Transformations

SY5022

Family, Gender and Sexuality in Contemporary Society

AN5004

Medical Anthropology: Health, Healing and Global Perspectives

CP5641

Design Thinking Principles

LB5241

Managing People & Organisation

LB5243

State Society and Governance

LB5536

Ethical Decision Making and Reflective Practice

LB5205

People in Organisations

LB5240

Cross-Cultural Leadership

LB5714

Management and Leadership Skills

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I finish the Master of Global Development in less than two years?

Yes. With credit for previous study, you can finish your degree in less than two years. You can finish 6 months sooner if you have a Bachelor or Graduate Certificate in a related discipline, or 1 year sooner if you have a Bachelor (Honours) or Graduate Diploma in a related discipline.

Is work-integrated learning required as part of this course?

Yes. This course requires work-integrated learning (WIL) activities, such as placements, fieldwork, internships or industry-partnered projects. During the course, you will be required to complete a minimum of 8 hours of WIL.

What are the annual tuition fees for the Master of Global Development?

The estimated annual tuition fee is AUD $36,899, plus a Student Services and Amenities Fee payable per subject up to a maximum amount per year. Fees are reviewed annually and subject to change. Scholarships and financial aid are available for eligible students.

Can I study the Master of Global Development online?

Yes. The course is available to study online, as well as on-campus at JCU Cairns. Part-time study is also available for online students. Off-shore students can only study online. Intakes commence in January and September.

Are there pathway options into the Master of Global Development?

Yes. A Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma in this subject area can be used as a pathway into the Master of Global Development. You can explore JCU's available Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas or contact the JCU Future Students Team to find out more.

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$60,000 – $75,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$75,000 – $95,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$95,000 – $120,000/yr

Career Paths

International Development Officer
Development Program Manager
Policy Analyst – International Development
Humanitarian Aid Coordinator
Community Development Officer

Key Skills

Critical analysis of international development theories and frameworks
Policy development and advocacy
Project design, management, and evaluation
Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of development programs
Intercultural communication and cross-cultural competency

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