
Master of Development Studies
Social sciences, journalism and information
Determined to pursue a career in international development and make a difference? This course will prepare you for a range of experiences and roles in the sector, in Australia and internationally. Youll examine the connections between politics, governance and development, social and environmental sustainability, food and health security, gender and empowerment, and state building and conflict, as well as evaluating different approaches to policy and practice.
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Murdoch
- WA · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 077165J
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Course overview
Determined to pursue a career in international development and make a difference? This course will prepare you for a range of experiences and roles in the sector, in Australia and internationally. Youll examine the connections between politics, governance and development, social and environmental sustainability, food and health security, gender and empowerment, and state building and conflict, as well as evaluating different approaches to policy and practice.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Most postgraduate coursework courses require a relevant undergraduate degree; some may accept or require relevant professional work experience.
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 C1 AdvancedOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Most postgraduate coursework courses require a relevant undergraduate degree; some may accept or require relevant professional work experience.
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 Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.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 | — | — | — | $68,640per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Development Studiesmurdoch.edu.au
- Murdoch Universitymurdoch.edu.au
- Admissions and Pathways Guide 2027Official source
- Murdoch University Undergraduate Course Guide 2026–2027Official source
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Murdoch University Bachelor of Engineering Honours admission requirementsOfficial source
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- Murdoch University Bachelor of Science / Doctor of Veterinary Medicine admission requirementsOfficial source
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- Murdoch University undergraduate Law admission requirementsOfficial source
- Entry requirementsOfficial source
- Murdoch University Admissions Pathways Guide 2027Official source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

