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Master of Global Development

At Griffith University

Location

Australia

Qualification

Master degree

Fees

AUD38500

(2026)

Duration

1.5 Year(s)

Next intake

01.03.2027

Course info

In a world where change is the only constant, the Master of Global Development will give you a deep understanding of policy, politics, people and power in the modern world. If you are looking to develop your thought leadership skills and identify new, creative solutions that will improve the world around you, then the Master of Global Development is the right fit for you. As part of your degree, you will work with experts from across the university including our research centres, and will be connected with the international development community. This means you can feel confident you will graduate with the critical perspective, strategic knowledge and contacts necessary to work towards agile solutions to these big issues - and make a difference.Graduates from this degree may find career opportunities within non-government organisations and aid organisations, international development, government policy, consultancy and research. Potential organisations include Oxfam, Amnesty International, United Nations, World Bank, AusAid, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 1.5 Year(s)

Fees: AUD38500

Intake	Location
Trimester 1 (March), 2027	Brisbane
Trimester 2 (July), 2027	Brisbane
Trimester 1 (March), 2028	Brisbane
Trimester 2 (July), 2028	Brisbane

Entry requirements for Griffith University

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Global Development, a student must:

hold any Bachelor degree (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale) OR

hold a related Bachelor degree or Graduate Certificate (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary institution of equivalent standing) - students will be eligible for 40 credit points of advanced standing OR

hold a related Bachelor Honours or Graduate Diploma (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary institution of equivalent standing) - students will be eligible for 80 credit points of advanced standing OR

have a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to one of the above.

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Griffith University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.