Graduate Diploma in Development Practice (GDipDevPract)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5345
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution or Graduate Certificate in Development Practice.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Email: sbs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 7487
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5345
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution or Graduate Certificate in Development Practice.
CRICOS Code: 053340G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Development Practice?
The program focuses on issues associated with the planning and management of development. The program is aimed at those who wish to obtain a better knowledge of the dilemmas of social, political and economic development and of the means to develop solutions to these problems. The program aims to equip students with hands-on skills associated with the planning and management of development. It incorporates elements that contribute to both knowledge development (the theoretical, conceptual and comparative context) and skills development (techniques and practical applications).
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Development Practice.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Graduate Diploma in Development Practice
- Community Development Field of Study
- Development Planning Field of Study
- International Political Development Field of Study
- Planning for Social Development Field of Study
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
A bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution or Graduate Certificate in Development Practice.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
A bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution or Graduate Certificate in Development Practice.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 053340G
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Graduate Diploma in Development Practice
Careers
International organisations such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), World Food Program and various government departments and non-government organisations are interested in graduates with qualifications in this field.
Program rules for the Graduate Diploma in Development Practice
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Development Practice
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Development Practice, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
#16 from the MDP list comprising
- #8 from Part A
- #8 from Part B
- Students wishing to complete a field must take #8 from the chosen specialisation
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
