Studies in international development give you the opportunity to find a career that aligns with your values. You’ll gain the skills and networks needed to work towards solutions to global issues and make a real difference in people’s lives. During your studies you’ll examine issues of gender, environment and sustainability, health, peace and conflict, economics, security and politics from a critical and practical perspective. You’ll build professional capabilities essential to designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating international development projects, which help communities, cities and countries adapt to the complex and changing environments. If you see yourself as a citizen of the world and have a passion for social justice, a career in international development is for you. Study mode Whether you want to study while travelling, working abroad, living interstate or juggling life’s commitments, this program is designed to give you the freedom to choose how and when you study. RMIT’s tailored study options including evening classes, intensive full-day workshops and access to online resources through the myRMIT student portal. All courses are delivered in English. If you live interstate, you can also take a combination of online and on-campus study by attending an intensive workshop. What you will learn Gain insights into the dynamics of change around the world, focusing on developing countries and marginalized communities. You can complete the degree online, so you can study anywhere in the world. How you will learn Prepare for the international workforce by applying your skills to industry-relevant projects. Guest seminars and industry guidance will inform your learning as you work through real-world case studies and develop a final-year capstone project. Learn from currently practicing development professionals who have extensive networks in the sector. Electives and program structure You can tailor this degree to meet your specific interests and development career aspirations by choosing a stream of electives in one of the following areas: gender and development conflict and peace building humanitarian assistance and disasters sustainability and development global practice global justice human rights and advocacy applied language. Career Career avenues exist in Australia and overseas in the development sector. RMIT graduates have worked with a wide range of development agencies: United Nations UNICEF World Vision Australia Oxfam Transformation, Empowerment, Advocacy, Relief (TEAR) Save the Children Plan Australian Red Cross Department of Foreign Affairs RedR Pathway options You can gain entry to the Master of International Development from a range of RMIT undergraduate programs. Learn more about RMIT undergraduate programs. Further study When you successfully complete this program, you may be eligible for entry into an RMIT Masters by Research or Doctoral (PhD) program.