About the course
Be part of a new generation of interdisciplinary leaders with the skills and expertise to operate in an increasingly multipolar global development arena. Learn to identify solutions and improve social and cultural well-being outcomes in areas as diverse as poverty alleviation, inequality, climate change, resource management, gender equality, economic growth and equal rights. Gain the skills and knowledge to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise complex information, concepts and theories from a range of sources across relevant disciplines within the global development environment. Integrate and apply advanced knowledge in international development policy and practice. Critically reflect on oness social and cultural positionality to identify biases and assumptions that inform understandings of poverty, development, inequality and wellbeing. Review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise complex information, concepts and theories from a range of sources across relevant disciplines. Communicate complex theoretical propositions, methodologies, development-related data, arguments and conclusions to a variety of audiences. Analyse, evaluate and generate solutions to complex social and environmental problems by using high levels of initiative, autonomy, accountability and collaboration in the application of development practice knowledge and skills.Intake Months
February, JulyDelivery Locations
Cairns, TownsvilleEnglish language requirements
Academic entry requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) or/with full-time or equivalent, work experience in a relevant industry setting. Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry.
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James Cook University
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James Cook University is a public university in North Queensland, Australia. The second oldest university in Queensland, JCU is a teaching and research institution.James Cook University is placed in the top 2% of universities in the world and ranks among the top 30 modern universities in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings (50 under 50, 2018). The institution is research led and a pioneer in its focus on the tropics. The institution places an emphasis on developing students who will become graduates that make a positive impact on society in a wide range of spheres.
The universitys main campuses are located in the tropical cities of Cairns and Townsville, and one in the city state of Singapore. JCU also has study centres in Mount Isa, Mackay, Thursday Island and Rockhampton. A Brisbane campus, operated by Russo Higher Education, delivers undergraduate and postgraduate courses to international and domestic students. The universitys main fields of research include environmental sciences, biological sciences, mathematical sciences, earth sciences, agricultural and veterinary sciences, technology and medical and health sciences.
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See all James Cook University CampusesCairns Campus - James Cook University
14-88 McGregor Road Smithfield, Cairns, Queensland LD 4878
Open in maps See all courses at this campusThe campus location is spectacular – surrounded on three sides by rainforest-covered mountains. Located near the northern beaches in the suburb of Smithfield, the campus is 15 kilometres (9 miles) north of the city centre. JCU Cairns houses teaching and research facilities, the JCU library, cafés, bars, fitness and sporting facilities and a wealth of student clubs and societies.
Townsville Campus - James Cook University
1 James Cook Drive Douglas, Townsville, Queensland 4811
Open in maps See all courses at this campusThe campus is located in the Townsville Tropical Intelligence and Health Precinct (TropiQ) in the suburb of Douglas. JCU Townsville is set in a 386-hectare natural bush and parkland setting, 13 kilometres (8 miles) from the Townsville CBD. JCU Townsville houses teaching and research facilities, the main JCU library, cafés, bars, fitness and sporting facilities and a wealth of student clubs and societies.