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Master of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Action
Deakin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00113B
Natural disasters, poverty, injustice, conflict. All around the world, the environment in which development and humanitarian workers find themselves is more complex and diverse than ever. This course - developed in association with Save the Children - builds a unique, global platform where development & humanitarian practitioners and academics can share knowledge and experience, with a focus on improving leadership, preparedness and response capacities to national and international emergencies and developmental issues. Deakin's Master of Development and Humanitarian Action provides students with the analytical skills needed to understand the contexts of development and humanitarian programs as well as practical skills to apply in the field.
Structure
8 credit points of study
Subjects
- Sustainable Development and humanitarian action
Standard entry requirements
Bachelor honours (AQF8) degree in a related discipline or Bachelor degree in a related discipline, plus two years relevant work experience or Graduate certificate or graduate diploma in a related discipline or Evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent
Study pathways
Credit for prior learning will be granted in accordance with university policy
Further information
The coursework units in this course are delivered on FutureLearn, a highly flexible, easy-to-use online learning platform that connects students with Deakin Students and practitioners from all corners of the world for a truly global perspective. Units delivered on FutureLearn are broken down into easily-manageable two-week blocks, allowing students the flexibility to fit learning around their work and lifestyle. The first two-week block of this course is delivered for free, meaning students can get a taste for Deakin's world-class education before deciding to continue on to complete the course.
