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This major introduces students to the relationship between global development and inequality, with courses covering key issues, concepts and approaches to global development and poverty.
As a student in this major you'll understand development and inequality in historical as well as contemporary contexts, and be introduced to a range of important issues including the roles of different actors and agencies in development, ranging from international institutions to community groups.
Graduates can consider roles in international development and humanitarian and community services.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Overseas trade and development manager
- NGO worker
- Policy adviser
- Consular staff member
- International aid coordinator
- Research and development coordinator
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How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Research experience
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Social Science Thesis
- Social Science Honours Research Seminar 1
- Social Science Honours Research Seminar 2
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