Graduate Certificate of Global Development
James Cook University (JCU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00117J
Analyse, evaluate and generate solutions to complex social and environmental problems within the Tropics and globally. Engage with diverse communities as you apply specialist knowledge to real-world scenarios across local, national, and international policy and practice. Emerge with the skills and know-how to implement projects and initiatives that can improve the lives of many. Cultivate the interdisciplinary skills and expertise required to address pressing development issues relevant to tropical Australia and the Asia-Pacific. JCUs Graduate Certificate of Global Development is highly attuned to both current and future decades and its subjects align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly conservation and restoration, and economic and sustainable resource management. Gain an in-depth understanding of the urgent issues facing vulnerable communities through JCUs unique position as a university for the Tropics that has worldwide impact.As you study this Graduate Certificate of Global Development degree, you will gain conceptual and practical skills to understand and respond to the shifting landscapes of human development. Learn how to critically analyse, evaluate and generate solutions to complex development problems — from infrastructure to systemic issues — for tropical, remote and inter-cultural settings through informed and evidence-based methodologies. Throughout this degree, you will learn to integrate and apply advanced theoretical and technical knowledge in global development policy and practice, ensuring your ability to make a difference at both a community and policy level.
Structure
12 credit points
Subjects
- Global Development
Standard entry requirements
- AQF level 7 bachelor degree
- Equivalent
Study pathways
Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Global Development may lead to credit towards the Graduate Diploma of Global Development and Master of Global Development.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| JCU Cairns | International: $17,912 | No |
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| JCU Online | International: $17,060 | No |
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Further information
For external study option, computer and internet access is required.
