The Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours) degree examines globalisation 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.
Estimated FeeNot available
Duration1 Year
English Score
IELTS (6.5) , PTE (58)
Next Intake
N/A
Application Fee
AUD0.00
Real Career Pathways
Work as an Urban Planner, Policy Officer, or Community Consultant.
Hands-on Training
Get practical skills with real urban design scenarios.
Industry Aligned
Accredited and taught by experts in sustainable city development.
To enrol in this course, you’ll need to meet one of the following academic requirements.
If you’re unsure, a course advisor can help you assess your eligibility.
Supervision from a discipline academic must be sought before submitting your application.
To be admitted into the program applicants must have completed the Bachelor of Development Studies or another cognate degree within the last five years with a minimum GPA of 5.0 in:
all studies undertaken in the program; or
across a major in the proposed discipline of study; or
across 80 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists); or
where the applicant has completed less than 80 units at 3000 level, a GPA of 5.5 calculated from at least 60 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists).
In exceptional circumstances the above requirements may be varied with permission of the PVC upon the recommendation of the Head of School.
IELTSOverall 6.5, listening min. 6, Reading min. 6, Writing min. 6, Speaking min. 6
TOEFL IBTOverall 79, listening min. 20, Reading min. 19, Writing min. 24, Speaking min. 20