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Western Sydney University

Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies


Course Details

The only degree of its kind in Australia, the Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies covers all aspects of disaster management, humanitarian assistance, and development practice. It equips you with the required skills, knowledge, and practical experience (i.e. humanitarian crisis simulation plus international placement) to be ready to work with national and international government and non-government organisations implementing short- and long-term life-saving programs. The degree is theory-driven but also provides a comprehensive field experience package to enhance your learning, research skills, real world experience, and career readiness.

Qualification: Bachelor Degree (Pass)

Course structure: 240 credit points. All students must enrol in and complete the 70 credit points of Bachelor of Social Science Core Units, a 100 credit point major and 70 credit points of electives.


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