Master of Emergency and Disaster Management
Health and welfare
The Master of Emergency and Disaster Management qualifies you with the skills and knowledge to work as an emergency and disaster management professional in a variety of contexts. This in-depth and unique program draws upon the expertise and practical experience of researchers and practitioners working from Australia's gateway to Indonesia and Southeast Asia which is arguably one of the regions of the world most prone to, and affected by, various types of disasters. This course focuses on informe
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Online
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Casuarina
- NT · +3 more campuses
- Course code
- CRICOS 082431J
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Course overview
The Master of Emergency and Disaster Management qualifies you with the skills and knowledge to work as an emergency and disaster management professional in a variety of contexts. This in-depth and unique program draws upon the expertise and practical experience of researchers and practitioners working from Australia's gateway to Indonesia and Southeast Asia which is arguably one of the regions of the world most prone to, and affected by, various types of disasters. This course focuses on informed practice and research, and critically examines issues through a multi-sectoral lens to explore the ways in which different professional and cultural perspectives may shape emergency and disaster management work. During the course you will: Gain the essential knowledge and skills required to lead and manage all phases of the disaster management cycle, Learn how to confidently apply your academic studies to practical responses, Learn how to apply your skills, knowledge and experience in a way that's appropriate, collaborative and productive in the Asia Pacific region and beyond, Have the opportunity to tailor your course by choosing from a broad range of specialized electives and drawing on relevant study opportunities both at CDU and elsewhere, Acquire the technical, managerial and leadership skills to progress your current career or take a new professional direction. This course is available for study in both full-time and part-time modes. Students can choose to study on campus (face-to-face) or fully online, providing flexibility to suit diverse learning needs and life circumstances. The following courses are nested within the Master's degree course as an entry and exit pathway to this program: Graduate Certificate of Emergency and Disaster Management, Graduate Diploma of Emergency and Disaster Management.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. Successful completion of a recognized bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, Master's degree or equivalent international qualification.; Applicants who don't meet the entry requirements, are advised to consider applying for the Graduate Certificate of Emergency and Disaster Management or contact the course coordinator in the Faculty of Health by email to foh@cdu. edu. au for further advice. 2. Australian-bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific grade, prerequisites or work experience; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- TOEFL iBTOverall 60L 18 · R 18 · W 18 · S 18
- PTE AcademicOverall 50L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Successful completion of a recognized bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, Master's degree or equivalent international qualification.; Applicants who don't meet the entry requirements, are advised to consider applying for the Graduate Certificate of Emergency and Disaster Management or contact the course coordinator in the Faculty of Health by email to foh@cdu. edu. au for further advice.
Additional entry requirement
Australian-bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific grade, prerequisites or work experience; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Rolling intake | — | — | — | $33,168per year | International students |
Where it is taught
CDU Online
NT
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.