Transform Your Career with Deakin’s Humanitarianism and Development Programs

In 2024, Deakin University reimagined its postgraduate offerings in Humanitarianism, International Development, and Community Development. These programs are designed to equip students with the critical education, skills, and ethical grounding needed to address the complex crises and global development challenges we face today.

Explore Critical Global Issues

The Graduate Diploma and Master of Humanitarianism and Development delve into pressing global issues, including:

• Climate change
• Poverty and hunger
• Homelessness
• Racism and cultural challenges
• Forced migration

Students will examine the power dynamics between the Global North and South while addressing the overarching climate crisis and geopolitical tensions. The programs also explore community-led approaches to social justice, disaster response, and humanitarian efforts, critically analyzing their successes, limitations, and innovative possibilities for the future.

Key dates

Direct applications to Deakin for Trimester 1 2025 close 16 February 2025

Exceptional Learning Environment

The 2024 cohort demonstrated exceptional engagement, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences from around the world. Students and faculty collaborate in an environment of shared learning, fostering an inclusive and transformational educational experience.

Program Details

Applications are now open for 2025! Choose a program duration that fits your goals:

• 12 months
• 18 months
• 24 months

Explore the programs to find the right fit for your career aspirations.

The courses are available full-time or part-time, with the flexibility to study online or on-campus.

Specialization Streams

Consider specializing in one of the following areas:

• Disasters and Community Resilience
• Community Development
• International Development
• Humanitarianism
• Professional Practice

Additionally, students can gain hands-on experience through:

• Professional placements via internships
• Study abroad opportunities with partner universities in the Network on Humanitarian Action (NOHA) and the International Association of Universities (IAU).

Scholarship Opportunities

Deakin University is committed to supporting exceptional students through various scholarship programs:

1. Australia Awards Scholarships
   For international students from Asia, the Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa, the Australian Government offers the Australia Awards Scholarships. Learn more at the DFAT website.
2. Deakin Scholarships
   A range of scholarships is available for domestic and international students. Explore scholarship opportunities on Deakin’s website.

Start Your Journey

Join Deakin University’s transformative postgraduate programs in Humanitarianism and Development to make a meaningful impact on the world. Apply now for the 2025 cohort and become part of a global network of professionals working towards a just, equitable, and sustainable future.