Become a world changer. This practice-focused program will equip you to obtain employment in development with international organisations including the United Nations, UNESCO, the FAO, the World Bank, non-government organisations (NGO's), development and consultancy corporations, and donor agencies.
In this program you will:
- Explore key issues and practices regarding poverty alleviation and development, preparing you for the international development sector
- Be introduced to development theories and ideologies, including colonisation and de-colonisation, industrialisation, globalisation, dependency, rural development, food security, poverty alleviation, urbanisation, environment, and the impact of climate change in developing countries
- Learn key skills and approaches in development practice, including traditional and emerging donors, the role of non-government organisations and managing contractors, research design and project management
- Tailor your second year to an area of application and practice that interests you
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This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs 4556
Entry Requirements
There are no formal academic requirements
- Completion of a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent. Applicants who do not possess an undergraduate degree but have relevant full-time equivalent work or other relevant experience equivalent to a bachelor degree may be admitted in exceptional circumstances only, and will be assessed on a case by case basis.
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About University of the Sunshine Coast
As a university with a strong commitment to achieving sustainability in terms of teaching, research and how we operate, we’re thrilled to be the top ranked Queensland university in the 2023 THE Impact Rankings. The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings are the only global performance tables that assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and measure the social and economic impact of an institution.
UniSC offers flexible study options at a network of teaching locations between Brisbane and the Fraser Coast.
UniSC is committed to creating a work and study environment which values the rich diversity of its staff and students.
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