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Sustainable Development Practice

Universiti Sains Malaysia
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #111
Tuition USD 7,771 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 4,758 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location George Town, Malaysia
Language English

Program Overview

The Sustainable Development Practice at Universiti Sains Malaysia is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 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 Sustainable Development Practice programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: USD 7,771 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 4,758 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
  6. Location: George Town, Malaysia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Sustainable Development Practice programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Global Classroom: Integrated Approaches To Sustainable Development
  2. Research Methods for Sustainable Development
  3. Project Design Evaluation and Management
  4. Master’s in Sustainable Development Practice Project
  5. Health Policy and Management
  6. Energy Infrastructure Planning
  7. Human Ecology and Sustainable Development
  8. Budget Planning and Financial Management
  9. Information Technology for Development
  10. Economic Analysis for Sustainable Development
  11. Law and Governance in Development
  12. Social Services Management

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Applicants should possess the following:
  • A Bachelor\'s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 (or equivalent [CGPA]) from a university recognised by the USM\'s Senate or an equivalent qualification
OR
  • A minimum of one year(s) relevant working experience.
  • Candidates may be called for an interview.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 7,771 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 4,758 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 7,771 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 4,758 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Universiti Sains Malaysia 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 Universiti Sains Malaysia

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Universiti Sains Malaysia

George Town, Malaysia

Universiti Sains Malaysia(Malayfor'Malaysia Science University',abbreviated asUSM) is a public research university inMalaysia. Founded on 1 June 1969 as a statutory body with its own constitution,...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months