Bachelor of Development Studies B.Dev Stud
2008

Program Outline

This program investigates key global issues such as poverty and debt reduction, inequality, human rights, HIV/AIDS, ecology, the environment, health and gender rights in developing countries and communities. This program questions why there are such disparate differences in social and economic development between countries and regions, many of which are close neighbours of Australia. Students analyse these issues from a multi-lensed point of view and examine their impact on the social, economic and political structures of societies.

Students explore how to be an advocate for appropriate change in our world and in our own back yard while generating practical and theoretical skills in sustainable development. Graduates will be prepared for careers in aid, research and development organisations, in local and global communities, government (such as the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and AusAID), private sector consultancy firms, universities and United Nations agencies such as UNESCO.

Study Abroad and Work Placement Opportunities

Full time Development Studies students are encouraged to take advantage of the study abroad and student exchange links that the university has developed with over 100 overseas institutions. Students can study overseas for up to two semesters, and earn credit towards their University of Adelaide program. Tuition fees are waived by the overseas institution if a student enrols at an institution that is an exchange partner of the university.

Final year students can also participate in the Arts Internship Scheme coordinated by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences where they spend time working as an 'intern' in a public and private sector organisation while completing a research project. The internship is also counted towards their program.

Related Programs

Honours Degree of Bachelor of Development Studies

Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	2007 Commonwealth-supported TER: 65.35 2007 Fee-paying TER: 70 Without formal qualifications? See our special access schemes.
How to apply:	SATAC Code: 324391 Application and Admission SATAC Application Dates
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	Commonwealth-supported place: $5,095 Australian Full-fee place: $15,000
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:	IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing 6 5.5 5.5 6 6
How to apply:	Application information for international students Important application deadlines for international students
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	International student place: $15,070
General enquiries:	Student Centre

Areas of Specialisation

It is recommended students choose to create a Minor in their program in the following areas of study: 

• Anthropology
• Asian Studies
• Economics
• Gender, Work and Social Inquiry
• Geographical and Environmental Studies
• History
• Politics

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

All courses are worth 3 units each. Major and Minor courses Humanities and Social Sciences courses Other Faculty courses: University Course Planner.
Level I: Choose the following courses (24 units)
DEVT 1001 Introduction to Development Studies (Semester One) Either ANTH 1105 Anthropology of Everyday Life (Semester One) or ANTH 1104 Culture and Society: Foundations of Social Anthropology (Semester Two) Either GEST 1002 Footprints on a Fragile Planet (Semester One) or GEST 1001 Globalisation Justice and a Crowded Planet (Semester Two) GEST 1003 Thinking Economically (Semester Two) Minor sequence: Choose two courses from the list of Level I Minor courses Electives: Choose two courses from the list of Level I Humanities and Social Sciences Courses or other Faculty courses.
Level II or Advanced Level: Choose the following courses (24 units)
Semester One  DEVT 2100 Poverty & Social Development 3 x Advanced Level Development Studies specialised courses Minor sequence: Choose one from the list of Level II or Advanced Level Minor courses 2 x Level II or Advanced Level Humanities and Social Sciences or other Faculty courses
Level III: Choose the following Advanced Level courses (24 units)
DEVT 3100 Aid Policy and Administration 3 x Advanced Level Development Studies specialised courses Minor sequence: Choose two from the list of Level III or Advanced Level Minor courses 2 x Level III or Advanced Level Humanities and Social Sciences or other Faculty courses

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Development studies will provide a critical entry point for gaining employment in:

• Government (such as the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and AusAID)
• Private sector consultancy firms (Official Development Assistance management contracters)
• Non-government organisations
• Development research agencies
• United Nations agencies (UNESCO)
• Foreign aid agencies

Potential careers

Policy Adviser, Political Advisor, Politician, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, Project Officer, Public Servant, Arts Administrator, Research Assistant, International Government and Trade Policy Adviser, Journalist, Development Officer, Foreign Affairs

Useful Links

• Program Information Leaflet
• Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
• Undergraduate Scholarships
• Student Centre enquiry form

Program Rules

Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences