Overview
The Master of Development Studies (MDS) is a practical professional degree focussing on the challenges of social, economic, and political development and poverty alleviation. Aimed at students from the developing world and those wanting to work in international development assistance, the MDS concentrates on the nexus of development, politics and … For more content click the Read More button below.
The Master of Development Studies (MDS) is a practical professional degree focussing on the challenges of social, economic, and political development and poverty alleviation. Aimed at students from the developing world and those wanting to work in international development assistance, the MDS concentrates on the nexus of development, politics and governance, social and environmental sustainability, food and health security, international assistance, conflict management, gender relations and other significant issues impacting development.
Contacts
Academic Chair
Name:Allan Johnstone
Email:A.Johnstone@murdoch.edu.au
Admission requirements
Enrolment restrictions
All graduate courses are subject to restriction.
Entry requirements (onshore)
Admission to the Master degree is available to students who have a Bachelor's degree in any area.
English language requirements
Equivalent of an Academic IELTS overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
Learning outcomes
1.
Explain and appraise major approaches and theoretical orientations in development policy and practice
2.
Identify different change processes in development
3.
Prioritise reflective practice and evaluations of development outcomes and impacts
4.
Apply research principles and methods applicable to development policy and professional practice
5.
Demonstrate high-level analytical and interpretative skills in relation to complex problems in development
6.
Display advanced professional, teamwork and communication skills appropriate to work in development policy and practice
Structure
48 credit points
Course Core48 credit points
Required Units12 credit points
Specified Elective Units30 credit points
Option 1 - Supervised Research Thesis30 credit points
Required Units12 credit points
Specified Electives18 credit points
Optional
Option 2 - Internship30 credit points
Required Units6 credit points
Specified Electives 24 credit points
Optional
Option 3 - Supervised Research Project30 credit points
Required Units3 credit points
Specified Electives27 credit points
Optional
Option 4 - Extended Research Internship30 credit points
Required Units12 credit points
Specified Elective Units18 credit points
Professional outcomes
Accrediting bodies
Other