Master of Humanitarian and Development Studies

About

This program encompasses both the aid and health sectors, with a focus on rehabilitation and development, in order to deliver specialist humanitarian aid relief to people dealing with disasters. Through a mix of practical and theoretical learning, the applicant will gain an understanding of the complexity of development and see how humanitarian assistance works hand-in-hand with international development aid efforts.

With the masters degree, applicants also gain a global point of view with international placement with one of our education partners. Mixing online and on-campus learning, the program is tailored towards individual needs and interests, and is also linked to the specific industry requirements of humanitarian and development practitioners.

Note: Limited CSP for 2025.

Admission criteria

Master of Humanitarian and Development Studies 2 years pathway (160 credit points)

Either:

• Undergraduate degree in any discipline; or
• Associate degree and five year’s full time equivalent professional experience in a related field.

Master of Humanitarian and Development Studies 1.5 years pathway (120 credit points)

Either:

• undergraduate degree in a cognate or relevant discipline; or
• undergraduate degree in any discipline and two years' full time equivalent professional work experience in related roles, or five years' full time equivalent general work experience.

Master of Humanitarian and Development Studies 1 year pathway (80 credit points)

Either:

• undergraduate Honours, graduate certificate or graduate diploma degree in related discipline; or
• undergraduate degree in related discipline and two years’ full time equivalent relevant professional work experience; or
• undergraduate degree in any discipline and five years’ full time equivalent relevant professional work experience; or
• undergraduate Honours, graduate certificate, or higher, in any discipline and two years’ full time equivalent relevant professional work experience.

Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service detailing the minimum requirements for all work experience listed on the application.

Fees and charges

^ Limited CSP for 2025. Call Western Sydney University on 1300 897 669 for further information about tuition fees.

Australian Government financial assistance

Western Sydney University scholarships and financial assistance

Equity Scholarships through UAC

Further information

Read the full course details on the Western Sydney University website.

Find out more about postgraduate study at Western.

Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 if you have any queries.