Master of Arts in Development Studies
Course Code: M1028
The Master of Arts in Development Studies enables students to approach the complex issues related to contemporary processes of globalisation, economic and social development from an interdisciplinary perspective. It permits considerable flexibility in combining units from a range of disciplines to complement the varied backgrounds and requirements that students bring to the course.
Students may also opt for a six-week summer Professional Practicum in Indonesia.
| Level: | Master - Coursework |
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| Qualification: | Master of Arts (MA) in Development Studies |
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| Duration: | 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
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| Availability: | Murdoch campus (internal)
Murdoch campus (external) |
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| Restriction: | All postgraduate courses are subject to restriction. |
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| Employment Prospects: | This degree is designed to serve the advanced needs of teachers, journalists, development consultants and those currently working or seeking employment in government and private sector organisations concerned with environmental protection, development assistance and the relationships between trade, capital and people in the global system. |
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| Special Requirements: | There may be a reduction in choice of units if completing this course in the external mode. |
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| Exemption from Postgrad Course Regulations: | In this course, where appropriate, undergraduate units (between 100- and 400-level) have been included to meet the learning outcomes for the entire course. Postgraduate students can expect to be part of a learning community with undergraduate students in these units. This course has been granted a specific exemption from the Postgraduate Coursework Regulations. |
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