Bachelor of Development Studies / Bachelor of Global Indigenous Studies

Push for equality for all

This combined degree program is embedded with Indigenous culture, knowledge and practices. Examine inequity in education, health and business and social contexts. Contribute to the push for equal rights - both locally and globally.

A partner in the program, The Wollotuka Institute is committed to the advancement of Indigenous education at a local, national and international level.

You will gain an understanding of uneven development, decolonisation, identity cultures, and representation. You'll graduate an active global citizen, ready to create innovative solutions to pressing issues.

Course overview

Specialise your studies by choosing a major from each degree program.

Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.

In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.

This program opens doors for jobs in a range of areas in both Indigenous and non-Indigenous organisations in a global context.

Skills, abilities and knowledge learnt in the combined program are highly sought after by a broad range of employers, including international aid organisations, consulting firms and local, state and federal government departments.

Professional Outcomes

• Global Development Worker
• Organisational Cultural Diversity Practitioner
• Cultural Heritage Conservationist
• Policy and Research Officer
• International Aid/Development
• Advocacy and Policy Development Work