Program Overview
The Disaster Resilience and Sustainable Development at University of Newcastle is a Master programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Disaster Resilience and Sustainable Development 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
- Tuition: AUD 31,650 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 22,380 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Newcastle, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Disaster Resilience and Sustainable Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Professional Practice Research Project
- Theory and Practice of Disaster Management
- Policy and Social Considerations in Disaster Management
- Disaster Management Economics
- Government Approaches to Disaster Risk Reduction
- Private Sector Approaches to Disaster Risk Reduction
- Sustainable Development and the 2030 Development Agenda
- Professional Practice in Disaster Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- All applicants, whether domestic or international, for admission to any University of Newcastle program must provide evidence that their English language ability meets the minimum requirements for admission.
- If you are applying for admission on the basis of studies completed at an institution other than the University of Newcastle, you will need to provide certified copies of official transcripts.
- For each qualification that you list on your application, you must provide a certified copy of your transcript.
- Overseas educational qualifications will be assessed for equivalence according to standards provided by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 31,650 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 22,380 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 31,650 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 22,380 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Newcastle 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 University of Newcastle
University of Newcastle
Callaghan, Australia
University of Newcastle is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2027-08-18
- Start Date 2018-09-03
- Language English
- Duration 12 months