Course Rundown
Build sought-after skills in analysis, evaluation and management to effectively respond to development challenges with this Master of Development and Humanitarian Action course from Deakin University.
Developed in association with Save the Children, this course is designed for students seeking to work effectively in the complex and dynamic fields of international development and humanitarian assistance. In a diverse, complicated and ever-changing international environment, highly skilled development practitioners are sought after worldwide – and this industry-relevant, uniquely collaborative course offers a clear pathway for meeting global challenges and contributing to solutions.
In this course, you’ll build advanced knowledge in key areas of development – including food security, disaster risk reduction, gender and economics – and distinguish development from humanitarian intervention. With a particular focus on research, and the opportunity to undertake a capstone research project, this course offers a unique opportunity to develop world-class knowledge and advanced analytical skills to contribute effectively to global development.
Eligibility
To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree with honours in a related discipline; OR
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and have two years of relevant work experience; OR
- Hold a graduate certificate or graduate diploma in a related discipline; OR
- Demonstrate evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent.
English language proficiently requirements also apply.
What You’ll Learn
In this humanitarian course, the subjects you may study include:
- Food security
- Disaster risk reduction and management in humanitarian contexts
- Gender and development
- Humanitarian – development nexus
- Evidence and decision-making in humanitarian action
- The economic development record
- Why research matters
- Research project capstone
Why study with Deakin University?
Established in 1974 as Australia’s first regional university in Victoria, Deakin University has consistently raised the bar in delivering quality tertiary education with a focus on excellent teaching and research.
The multi-award winning education provider teaches over 53,000 students a year, offering renowned courses that integrate real-world expertise and practical skills. Get recognised with Deakin in a range of industries, including nutrition, sports management, property management, law, business and more. Plus, they’ve have ranked in the top 2% by the acclaimed Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).
Student Support
As a student of Deakin, you’ll get support every step of the way along your learning journey!
They’ve got a range of on-campus facilities and online features to help ease the pressure of study, including on-campus childcare services, a medical centre with qualified nurses and doctors, free and confidential counselling (face-to-face or via phone) and more.
Deakin also offer advisers and resources to help develop your academic skills. Advisers are available on campus and online to help guide you in your research, assignment and study practices.
