International Development (Graduate Diploma)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Graduate Diploma in International Development
Length
1 year
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This program provides a thorough overview of the economic, political and social factors that shape international development, as well as the work of aid agencies, governments and international organisations in developing countries.
This program is designed for students with a degree in another discipline who wish to move into the international development field.
Course structure
Students complete three compulsory subjects: Development, Globalisation and Culture; Gender and Development; and Development in Practice. In addition, they select electives totalling 60 credit points from a designated list.
Contact hours
Approximately 9 contact hours per week if studying full-time.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
19 860
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesSelection
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or
Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from La Trobe Melbourne; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree in humanities and social sciences or cognate field with at least a B Grade average.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Career opportunities
Graduates have diverse opportunities within international aid agencies, non-government organisations, policy roles, fundraising and advocacy.