International Development
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of International Development
Length
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
In order to pursue careers in development, students must first understand the economic, political and social factors that have shaped the developing world so far.
This degree provides a blend of practical insights and contextual knowledge designed to equip graduates with a fundamental understanding of the key issues involved in international development.
All students will study a number of core subjects covering the context of development, as well as the impacts of governments, international agencies and non-government organisations working in developing countries. Because development issues are so numerous and diverse, this degree also enables students to specialise in subjects which give them deeper insights into specific development issues.
Specialisation themes cover topics such as gender and development, security and law, or Indigenous development issues - or students may choose to focus on a specific region, combining core development subjects with culture and language studies on Latin America or Asia.
Students are strongly encouraged to spend at least one semester studying with one of La Trobe’s partner universities abroad as part of their course. Supervised international internships with development organisations are also available.
Course structure
Students complete various compulsory subjects covering the history of development in particular regions, issues in international development, and the practice of development.
In addition, students choose from a list of complementary electives in disciplines such as anthropology, Asian studies, economics, history, gender, sexuality and diversity studies, legal studies, linguistics or politics. They may also study a language (Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish) as part of the degree.
Contact hours
Approximately 12 -15 contact hours per week if studying full-time.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Anthropology, Asian studies, economics, history, linguistics (2nd and 3rd year), legal studies, politics and sociology. Students may also include one of the following languages - Chinese, French, Indonesian or Spanish.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC or Late Direct Application.
Direct Entry Mid-Year Entry may be available. Contact the Future Students Centre for more information - see contact details below.
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2010): CSP student contribution $5,310 (per 120 credit points).
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesThe Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences awards ten academic merit scholarships annually to students with the highest ATAR. See details at: www.latrobe.edu.au/humanities/awards
Other awards and prizes are also available for current students through individual Schools/programs. See details at: www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/current/huss
Middle Band
Re-ranking is based on performance in English (any), Humanities (any), LOTE (any), Drama, Theatre Studies, Legal Studies and Psychology. Consideration is also given to Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria.
Selection
ATAR 71.90 (2011)
Guaranteed Entry (Year 12 applicants only): applicants with an ATAR of 80 or above will receive a first-round offer. Those with lower ATARs will be considered through normal selection processes.
Non-Year 12 selection may be based on ATAR, Pi form, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice, and/or an essay.
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Pi form if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Some may also be required to complete an autobiographical essay; for more information call (03) 9479 2023.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Additional information
Students studying at a fourth year (Honours) level have the opportunity of a placement in a development organisation or international aid project.
Mid-year entry may be available.
Career opportunities
Graduates are likely to find employment in fields related to international aid and development, in government and non-government organisations working towards sustainable development, poverty alleviation and wellbeing.