Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies
Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies
There is an urgent need for Humanitarian Workers worldwide. Western is taking the lead in training the next generation of qualified Humanitarian and Development Aid Workers. The Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies is unique being the only degree of its kind in Australia. This course was developed in consultation…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
There is an urgent need for Humanitarian Workers worldwide. Western is taking the lead in training the next generation of qualified Humanitarian and Development Aid Workers.
The Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies is unique being the only degree of its kind in Australia. This course was developed in consultation with NGOs to ensure what you learn is current and practical. Academics delivering this course include experts and practitioners from the United Nations agencies and international NGOs to ensure what you learn is current and practical.
You will gain knowledge and practical experience in disaster management, humanitarian response and development assistance. Using our state of the art facilities, the experiential learning techniques applied utilise your theoretical knowledge for embedded simulation activities, case, problem and solution-based studies. We offer students regular opportunities with experts and practitioners from the United Nations agencies and international NGOs as guest speakers, seminars and career panels.
The comprehensive field experience package enhances your learning, research and real world experience to ensure you are career ready. A major component of the degree is a placement overseas for a full semester, which will be assisted by international partners including United Nations agencies and international NGOs. During your placement you will work on implementing life-saving programs and policies.
Your career
As a graduate, you will be able to go on to careers in the community, government and private sector both in Australia and overseas. Our graduates also go on to make a meaningful difference that will impact the lives of many families and vulnerable populations. As a Humanitarian and Development Studies graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities in:
Humanitarian Relief
Aid Development Programming
Project Managing
Disaster Relief Work
Policy Development
Community Risk Assessment & Disaster Preparedness
Logistics/Supply Chain
Program Evaluation
REQUIREMENTS
Students must have Successful completion of Year 12 or an equivalent qualification.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall score (min 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL internet-based score of 82: Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13; Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 58 overall; No communication skills less than 50.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Western Sydney University is located in New South Wales and operates out of 13 accessible campuses across Sydney (Bankstown, Liverpool City, Campbelltown, Sydney City, Sydney Olympic Park, Parramatta, Parramatta City, Westmead, Penrith and Hawkesbury). The student body numbers more than 35,000. With a mix of modern high rise and heritage buildings, equipped with technology-enabled learning facilities, libraries, research facilities, and studios, the University covers a wide range of academic programs including the School of Business, School of Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences, School of Education, School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment, School of Health Sciences, School of Humanities and Communication Arts, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Nursing and Midwifery, School of Psychology, School of Science, School of Social Sciences and the Graduate Research School.
