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Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours)

Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours)

The Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours) degree examines globalization processes from a variety of approaches, with a focus on urban and regional impacts, sustainable development and cultural diversity. It is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program designed to allow students to develop their interests and expertise. The program…

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Economics, Social Studies And Communications
University of Newcastle

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours) degree examines globalization processes from a variety of approaches, with a focus on urban and regional impacts, sustainable development and cultural diversity. It is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program designed to allow students to develop their interests and expertise. The program consists of advanced theory, higher level learning and research and is considered to be a pathway into Research Higher degree study.

Program learning outcomes

On successful completion of the program students will have:

  • High-level theoretical and applied knowledge in development studies within an interdisciplinary base
  • Capacity for high-quality, original and independent research on issues of international development; globalization; sustainability; urban and regional change; and social citizenship
  • Capacity for high-level analysis and management of processes of social change and transformation
  • Ability to apply knowledge in a variety of environmental, regional and cultural contexts
  • Cognizance of and empathy with the benefits of cultural diversity and environmental sustainability
  • Advanced written, oral and/or other communication skills.

Honours

There are three classes of Honours: Class I, Class II and Class III. Class II will have two divisions, namely Division 1 and Division 2.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

University of Newcastle

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The University of Newcastle is one of the world’s top 200 universities1, known for making a global impact and top 5 in the world for partnering for a more sustainable future2. 

We embrace technology and best practice to deliver the best possible student experience. Our mission is to help students become life-ready graduates. We do this through practical learning, innovative styles of teaching, internationally recognised study programs and world-class research. 

We are number one in Australia for industry collaboration3, our partnerships help our more than 39,000 students4 to be more employable and start on higher salaries than the Australian average5. 

1 QS World University Rankings 2023
2 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022  
3 Innovation Connections IC Report 2014 - 2020 
4 The University of Newcastle Data Warehouse 2021 
5 QILT Graduates Outcomes Survey 2018 - 2020 
 

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