Development Studies and Global Health
Macquarie UniversityProgram Overview
The Development Studies and Global Health at Macquarie University is a MA programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Development Studies and Global Health programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 30,546 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 10,266 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Sydney, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Development Studies and Global Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Applied Anthropology: Why Does Culture Matter?
- Development Theory and Practice
- Culture, Health and Disease
- Research Methods in Anthropology
- Social Impact Assessment and Cross Cultural Negotiation
- Special Topic in Environment and Geography
- Specialisation in Development Studies
- Specialisation in Global Health
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Australian level 7 bachelor\'s qualification or recognised equivalent in social sciences, behavioural or health sciences (with a social science background), or a related discipline
- A GPA of at least 2.70 (out of 4.0)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 30,546 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 10,266 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 30,546 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 10,266 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Macquarie University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Macquarie University
Macquarie University
Sydney, Australia
Macquarie University(/məˈkwɒri/mə-KWORR-ee) is apublicresearch universityinSydney,New South Wales, Australia. Founded in 1964 by theNew South Wales Government, it was the third university to be...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
