Development Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts

    Development Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey University

    Development Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey University

    Study Development Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey University, a Graduate Diploma degree offered across its online and Distance and online campuses in Palmerston North, New Zealand. This Full Time program is delivered online in English and takes approximately 2 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

    About Development Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts

    Specialise in Development Studies for your Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey

    The Graduate Diploma in Arts (Development Studies) is a bridging tool for graduates in other subjects to get the equivalent of a major in development studies. You can then go on to a postgraduate qualification in development studies if you wish.

    Help transform lives

    In this qualification you’ll analyse and gain an understanding of the processes transforming people's lives throughout the world.

    Development studies seeks to understand differences. It examines key development issues and ideas. It also introduces skills to help solve development problems.

    You’ll study a number of subjects. That will help you understand the complexities involved in understanding the differences countries face in solving development problems.

    Further study

    If you successfully complete your Graduate Diploma in Arts, you could go on to study a Postgraduate Diploma in Arts or a Master of Arts.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Development Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey University

    Entry Requirements

    Admission to Massey

    All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

    Specific requirements

    To enter the Graduate Diploma in Arts (Development Studies) you will have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

    You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

    English language requirements

    To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

    This qualification is classified as NZQF Level 7 and requires the same English language standard as most undergraduate bachelor degrees, diplomas and certificates.

    English language skills

    If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5

    English Program Requirements

    English Evidence Academic IELTS^: 6.5 overall and minimum 6.0 in each band
    English Evidence TOEFL iBT: Overall score 90, minimum 20 in Writing
    English Evidence Pearson Test of English (PTE): 58 overall and minimum 50 in each communicative skills

    Career Opportunities after Completing Development Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts

    You’ll gain the skills and experience to begin your career in a wide range of government, non-government, multilateral and private sector spheres. That could be in organisations such as Red Cross, World Vision, the New Zealand Aid Programme, United Nations Development Programme and Caritas.

    • adviser in tourism, health, education or agriculture
    • advocacy officer
    • community affairs officer
    • development officer
    • diplomat
    • human rights adviser
    • policy analyst.

    Fee Information

    Development Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey University
    Massey University
    Massey University
    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Palmerston North

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