International Development (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of International Development
Length
1 year
Campuses
Melbourne, Melbourne (City)
Course description
This course offers a unique combination of theoretical and practical subjects that support critical engagement with various aspects of development. More specifically, it aims to:
. enhance understanding of the complexity of development as theory and as practice.
. nurture an appreciation of cultural diversity in development, and engender respect for Indigenous and local knowledge in thinking about problem-solving.
. improve understanding of the development industry and its structure, politics and power.
. develop skills that facilitate social change, such as networking, advocacy and communication.
. provide an understanding of development practice, including design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
The course was developed in consultation with major development agencies in Australia, and La Trobe University currently has an adjunct Associate Professor from Oxfam.
Course structure
Students attend seminars and conduct web-based research. They undertake two core subjects - Contemporary Approaches to Development and Making Social Change Happen - and select additional subjects totalling 75 credit points from an approved list of electives. Electives currently available include: Issues in International Studies and Development; Social Exclusion and Development; and Human Security and Development.
Contact hours
Approximately 6-9 contact hours per week if studying full-time. Please note some subjects will be made available in block mode and in the evening.
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)
21 180
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
Applicants are required to have successfully completed an Australian three-year undergraduate degree, or approved international equivalent in the humanities and social sciences or cognate discipline with a B Grade average.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Additional information
The Master of International Development with Honours is available through an additional semester (six months), and requires submission of a 15 000-word thesis worth 60 credit points.
International students may also be eligible to apply for an Australian Development Scholarship (ADS). For more information, please visit: www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/studyin.cfm.
Career opportunities
Employment in international development organisations, government and inter-governmental agencies, campaigning/advocacy organisations, media organisations, and research or training institutes, which include: AusAID (Australian Agency for International Development), the Australian Federal Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), Oxfam, World Vision, Red Cross, United Nations Development Program (UNDP).
Graduates can seek employment in the following roles: development project officer; humanitarian delegate; policy and research officer (NGO, government, business, academic); journalist; communications officer; analyst; public health/emergency relief officer; campaign/advocacy officer and fundraising.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/socsci/mid/