Master of International Development Practice

Monash University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00008C

This international double master's program enables you to complete the requirements of Monash University’s Master of International Development Practice as well as the Master of Arts (Development Studies) degree from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) in Mumbai, India.Equitable and sustainable human development remains a pressing global concern. Complex socio-political, health, economic, cultural, humanitarian, and ecological challenges contribute to extreme poverty, reduced human development, fragile governance and environmental vulnerability affecting the well-being of millions of people worldwide. These complex, multidimensional challenges require adaptable professionals with the practical skills and analytical capacity to strategically and ethically address them at community, national and global levels.The Master of International Development Practice offers a multi-disciplinary, applied approach to the theory and practice of sustainable human development. Delivered by specialists across the humanities and social sciences, medicine, business and economics, education and law faculties, the degree delivers rigorous research training alongside the critical and practical skills of project design and management and leadership skills.

Designed for

Students who wish to develop the practical skills and analytical capacity to help build resilience to economic, political and environmental vulnerabilities both nationally and at the community level

Structure

The course is structured in five parts. Part A. Foundations of International development practice, Part B. Principal study, Part C. Applied study, Part D. Professional enhancement and Part E. Specialist study.Part A. Foundations of International development practicePart B. Principal studyPart C. Applied studyPart D. Professional enhancementPart E. Specialist study

Subjects

  • Crisis, change and management
  • Democracy, justice and governance
  • Gender, peace and security
  • Sustainable resource management

Standard entry requirements

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline, with at least a distinction (70%) average.ORAn Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline*, with at least a credit (60%) average in both qualifications.

Study pathways

No prior knowledge in area required to undertake this course. Credit possible for previous humanities and social sciences study. Early exits possible.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Caulfield Domestic: $53,400
International: $75,800
No
  • Full-time : 2 years
Clayton Domestic: $53,400
International: $75,800
No
  • Full-time : 2 years

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