Overview

Through the International Relations - International Development course from Adelaide University you’ll explore contemporary global affairs – and Australia’s significance within the Indo-Pacific region.

The International Development major covers policies, strategies and initiatives to reduce poverty, inequality and exclusion in the global South. You’ll unpack major development issues – from governance and security to health, education, environmental management and legal reform.

You’ll study success stories and ongoing challenges in development projects across continents. Get familiar with the communities and organisations involved. Learn through case studies, field trips and exchange opportunities overseas.

You’ll get hands-on experience through an industry internship. Immerse yourself in an independent research project of your choosing. Gain valuable skills in analytical reasoning and policy analysis.

Graduate with advanced cultural awareness and communication skills, equipped to work as a development program manager, policy advisor or in foreign affairs.

Career opportunities:

Your studies will prepare you to manage and implement programs that deliver real, sustainable change to communities in need.

You could lead projects for international development organisations. You might specialise in crisis management, coordinating rapid responses to emergencies. Perhaps you’ll influence policy at a high level, advocating for funding and effective, equitable changes at global summits.

You could also be a:

Development program manager
International aid worker
Diplomat
Policy advisor
Social impact assessor
Disaster relief coordinator
NGO director
Foreign service officer
Field coordinator
Cultural affairs officer
Cultural exchange coordinator
Humanitarian response officer
Media relations coordinator.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Australia's Foreign Policy in the Indo-Pacific
The State of the World: Post Covid-19
Global Environmental Politics
Approaches in International Relations
Global Political Economy
Ethics of War and Peace

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-03 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , International

More details

International students can apply at any time, but should submit their applications at least three months before the intended program start date.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gawler, Australia

Disciplines

International Relations International Development View 23 other Bachelors in International Development in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

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IELTS

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 115722K

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

Secondary education (Year 12)

Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

Higher education study

Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

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Tuition Fees

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43400 AUD / year

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