Graduate Diploma of Global Development
James Cook University
About
JCU Global Development graduates are multi-skilled and are employed in various local and global settings.Graduates pursue careers in a range of industries, including national and international nongovernment organisations, local councils, multilateral organisations, and global governance institutions.You could find employment as an advocate, business planner and developer, fundraiser, disaster recovery specialist, research assistant, teacher, engineer, or health professional.For a more advanced qualification, go on to study the Master of Global Development.
Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
EV5951:03 Development in Practice
EV5952:03 Critical Issues in Global Development
AN5006:03 Asia Pacific Development: Culture and Globalisation
PL5153:03 Politics and Foreign Relations
PLUS
Select 12 credit points of subjects from List 1
LIST 1
Disaster resilience and natural resource management
EV5020:03 Human Dimensions of Nature, Environment and Conservation
EV5209:03 Principles and Practices of Protected Area Management
EV5107:03 International Environmental Policy and Governance
EV5606:03 Disasters, Communities and Planning
EV5614:03 Leadership in Disaster Management
Public health
TM5502:03 Tropical Public Health
TM5514:03 Environmental Health
TM5536:03 Public Health in Humanitarian Emergencies
TM5552:03 Global Health and Development
TM5562:03 Reproductive Health in Developing Countries
Sustainable development planning and policy
EV5001:03 Environmental and Regional Planning
EV5003:03 Environmental Economics
EV5010:03 Planning for Sustainable Communities in a Changing Environment
EV5015:03 Sustainability in Practice
EV5301:03 Urban Geography and Design
ED5913:03 Communicating Sustainability and Climate Change
BZ5755:03 Biodiversity and Climate Change: Impact, Mitigation and Adaptation
LB5229:03 Economics for a Sustainable World
WS5103:03 Community Development
Indigenous futures
IA5119:03 Empowerment and Change
IA5030:03 Navigating the Cultural Interface
Governance and social change
HI5005:03 Regional Environmental History
LB5231:03 Corporate Responsibility and Governance
LB5236:03 International Political Economy
PL5110:03 Shifting Geopolitical Environments in Emerging States
PL5006:03 Political Communication; Ecology and Environmentalism
Leadership and management for development
LB5205:03 People in Organisations
LB5241:03 Leadership
LB5514:03 Cross-Cultural Conflict Resolution
LB5530:03 Conflict Resolution Processes
The development researcher
EC5202:03 Cost Benefit Analysis
EC5216:03 Econometrics and Big Data Analysis
EV5110:03 Environmental and Social Impact Assessment
EV5404:03 Field Studies in Tropical Geography
EV5953:03 Research Methods in International Development
Entry requirements
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| Course pre-requisites | Completion of an AQF level 7 Bachelor degree; or Other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Dean, College of Science and Engineering as equivalent to the above. |
| Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 1 – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy. |
| Post admission requirements | For external delivery option, computer and internet access is required |
Learning outcomes
JCU Global Development is a leader in empowering critical thought. Gain skills and expertise to guide international development to improve the health and wellbeing of communities all over the world.
Be empowered to lead change by critically reviewing regulatory requirements, ethical principles, and cultural frameworks. Address global poverty, inequality, climate change and development issues, and identify solutions to improve social and cultural well-being.
Integrate and apply advanced knowledge in international development policy and practice. Learn how to communicate complex theoretical propositions to a variety of audiences.
Make a difference in the world. JCU Global Development graduates are a new generation of interdisciplinary leaders.
View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects
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