Master of Social Justice (Development Studies)
Advance your expertise in development policy and humanitarian action through an interdisciplinary lens.
Best for:Best for students with a background in humanities or social sciences seeking to address global humanitarian and development challenges.
Overview
The Master of Social Justice (Development Studies) at the University of Sydney offers a comprehensive approach to addressing global development challenges. Students engage with experts across diverse fields including anthropology, international relations, political economy, and public health. The curriculum emphasizes the development of ethical, evidence-based strategies to tackle humanitarian crises and promote sustainable change. Participants benefit from a research-driven environment that integrates academic seminars with practical industry connections. This program is designed for individuals committed to making a meaningful impact in developing nations.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced study of development policy and humanitarian issues.
- Participate in research-driven workshops, seminars, and academic conferences.
- Develop evidence-based and ethical approaches to humanitarian crises.
- Collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines including economics and sociology.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to practical, sustainable development challenges.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree with a minimum credit (65%) average in humanities or social sciences, or equivalent qualification.
Degree offered: Master's Degree
Language: English proficiency required for international students.
Instruction: English
- Academic background in humanities or social sciences
- Minimum credit average (65%) in previous undergraduate studies
- Commitment to ethical and sustainable development practices
- Hold a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or an equivalent institution
- Meet the minimum credit average requirement of 65 percent
- Completion of embedded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Social Justice is an alternative pathway
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Interested applicants should visit the official University of Sydney course page to review specific admission requirements. Applications are submitted through the university's online portal.
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- Proof of degree completion
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