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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Sustainable Development Goals - Global Development (Coursework)

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Sustainable Development Goals - Global Development (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $36,080 NZD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    1.5 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    70 out of 100

Highlights
Practicum

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 31-October-2022 2022-10-31
Winter-July 01-May-2023 2023-05-01
Fall-February 31-October-2023 2023-10-31
Winter-July 01-May-2024 2024-05-01

Overview

Master of Sustainable Development Goals - Global Development

The Master of Sustainable Development Goals (Global Development) at Massey is a 180-credit taught degree focusing on the theory and practice of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 

The program addresses the most pressing imperative facing humanity and the planet: sustainability. This degree is unique in Australasia.

What are the Sustainable Development Goals?

The SDGs are the UN’s ambitious macro-level plan for humankind’s development and sustainability. 

The goals address global challenges including those related to poverty and inequality, climate and environmental degradation, prosperity, peace, and justice.

Follow your interests

You’ll take two core courses in sustainable development. 

The first will introduce you to theories of sustainable development and the SDGs. The second will focus on multi-disciplinary frameworks. 

The courses cover topics such as development management, gender and development, environmental sociology, and natural resource planning.

Real-world research

The final 60-credit component of your degree is a research practicum

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$43,240

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $7,344
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,160
Tuition 1 person $36,080

Hourly wage

Min wage

21.20 NZD / 1 hour

in New Zealand every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Officially verified copies of Birth certificate/ Current passport, including any residency visa/ Citizenship certificate
  • Proof of the name change
  • High School graduation certificate
  • Academic transcripts
  • English Language proficiency
  • A statement of any disability or health condition (If Applicable)
  • Evidence of any scholarships (If Applicable)

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

90
-
listening
20
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

PTE

58
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

176
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

If you do not have the entry requirements

Improve your English language skills without taking an IELTS test. You could get direct entry to a Massey degree with the university's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

 English TestEnglish for Academic Purposes 1 English for Academic Purposes 2
English EntryIELTS5.0 overall (all bands 4.5 or above)5.5 overall (all bands 5.0 or above)
iBT TOEFL40 overall (3 in reading & listening, 13 in speaking & writing)50 overall (5 in reading & listening, 15 in speaking & writing)
PTE38 overall46 overall
Cambridge English155165
Entry pointDurationExit
EAP110 weeksFoundation Studies – entry requirement equivalent to IELTS 5.5 overall
EAP210 weeksDirect entry into University - entry requirement equivalent to IELTS 6.0 to 7.0 overall

Academic background and requirement

To enter the Master of Sustainable Development Goals (Global Development) you will have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with a grade average of at least B (70%-74.99%) in the highest level courses.

Career opportunities

  • Environmental consultant
  • Environmental agent
  • Environmental Health Officer
  • Sustainability Consultant
  • University Lecturer
  • Sustainability Manager
  • Conservation Manager

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