International Development
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of International Development
CRICOS course code
037249C
Length
3 years
Campuses
Melbourne (Bundoora)
Course description
This course is designed to equip students with an appreciation and understanding of issues in social, economic and political development in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Students study the ways in which national governments, international agencies and non-government organisations have pursued programs of social and economic change in these developing areas. Subjects cover a range of issues, such as dependency and development aid, the emergence of newly industrialised countries (particularly Asia), gender and development, sustainable development, indigenous peoples and development, social movements and human rights.
Course structure
Students complete a number of compulsory subjects in first, second and third year, covering the history of development in particular regions, issues in international development and the practice of development. In addition, students choose from a list of complementary electives, such as anthropology, Asian studies, economics, history, gender, sexuality and diversity studies, legal studies, linguistics or politics. Students may also study a language (Chinese, Indonesian or Spanish) as part of the degree.
Contact hours
Approximately 12-15 contact hours per week if studying full-time.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Anthropology, economics, history, linguistics, politics, sociology.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Tuition fee (AUD)
17 520
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
English language requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the La Trobe International College website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTU Foundation Studies - 70
Aust. Yr 12 (ENTER) 2009 (indicative only) - 73.90
International Baccalaureate - 25
Cambridge A Levels/STPM - 6
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
MICSS (UEC) - 3A 3B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 70
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 70
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
National (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Shanghai (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Guangzhou (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.8
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.6
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe International College website
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Additional information
HASU (Humanities Academic Skills Unit) is a resource for all students and staff of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Students are welcome to consult HASU staff about any aspect of their academic work: reading, thinking about essay topics, taking notes, giving oral presentations, writing assignments, interpreting feedback comments, and interpreting the culture and expectations of academic study.
Career opportunities
Graduates can find employment in fields related to international aid and development, in government and non-government organisations working towards sustainable develoment, poverty alleviation and well being.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/dev_studies
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au