This research-based program is both rigorous and flexible, designed to meet the needs of a diverse set of students committed to a vision of development that values context, inclusivity and equity and is socially, culturally and ecologically sensitive.
Students emerge from this program equipped with the comprehensive research capabilities, critical thinking skills, leadership skills and global perspectives that are needed to navigate complex development challenges in a way that reduces inequalities and builds a more sustainable and inclusive future.
Career Opportunities
Scholars with training in theories, concepts and debates in the field of global development are also in high demand by research institutions, think tanks, universities, development studies centers, multinational companies, foundations and governments.
Career examples include:
- development researcher
- global development consultant
- global development specialist
- government official
- leader in civil society organizations
- organization official
- poverty alleviation advocate
- professor
- program officer
Programme Structure
Courses in this program include:
- Re-Thinking Global Development
- Innovation for Inclusive Development
- Methods for Research in Global Development
- Colloquium in Innovation in Global Development
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in anthropology, natural resource management, agriculture development, political science, development studies, economics, development management, rural development, technology and development, sociology, science and technology or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- letter of intent or written statement
- professional resume
- three letters of recommendation
- proof of English proficiency
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 42,617 AUD / year (≈ 30,348 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 39,053 AUD / year (≈ 27,810 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 18,171 AUD / year (≈ 12,940 USD / year)
Living costs
Tempe, United States: 1,264–1,896 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships are available. Below you will find PhD scholarship opportunities for Innovation in Global Development.
