Master of International Development (193JA.3)

About the course

This course examines contemporary international development, focusing on sustainable development, poverty and inequality, and cross-cultural practice. You’ll build analytical and practical skills to design, evaluate and manage development initiatives, with opportunities to apply theory to real-world policy and community contexts. The Master of International Development prepares graduates for advanced practice in international development and related social policy fields.

Career outcome

Graduates may work across government, NGOs and international agencies in roles supporting development policy, program design and evaluation, humanitarian and community development, and advocacy. Career paths can include development officer, program/project coordinator, policy analyst, monitoring and evaluation roles, and community engagement positions in Australia or overseas. This Masters qualification supports professional careers in international development and social policy practice.

Living Costs in Canberra**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)