Humanitarian and Development Studies

About the course

This Graduate Diploma builds specialist capability for humanitarian operations, disaster relief and development practice across government and non-government organisations. You’ll explore how humanitarian assistance connects with longer-term international development and rehabilitation, combining practical and theoretical learning. Delivered in a blended mode (online and on-campus), the course is designed for graduates seeking applied, postgraduate study in humanitarian and development work.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across humanitarian aid, development and related public or non-profit sectors. Typical pathways include humanitarian relief and disaster response, aid and development program delivery, project coordination/management, and policy or program development roles. The qualification supports progression into operational and planning positions that contribute to effective humanitarian and development practice in Australia and internationally. Preparing graduates for organisational psychology, counselling support, human services, and specialist practitioner pathways.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as intelligence analyst, parliamentarian, foreign affairs and trade officer, editor, journalist, policy analyst, and etc. in companies including Asia Pacific Journal of Public Health, Art Bank, HoneyWell, Al-Jazeera, United Nations, and etc.

Living Costs in Parramatta**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,562 - 2,066
Transportation (Daily) A$ 8 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2022)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: payscale.com