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    Master of Pacific Development

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    Canberra, AUM Pacific DevelopmentIn-person1 year
    A$56,120.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    48
    Credits
    A$150.00
    App fee

    Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University is a 48-credit, 1-year, in-person M Pacific Development program based in Canberra, AU. Tuition is A$56,120.

    About the program

    One-year program requiring compulsory courses on human security, politics of aid, and development programs in the Pacific, plus electives on development theory, Pacific-specific challenges, and optional language courses.

    Focus: coursework
    QS Subject Rankings (Development Studies): 10
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Term 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 80; Reading 20, Writing 20, Listening 18, Speaking 18 (prior to 1 January 2027)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5; Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Not eligible (program is less than 2 academic years)

    A$36,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University is A$56,120 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University online or in-person?
    Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University take to complete?
    Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University is structured around 1 year and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum GPA of 5/7
    What work-permit options follow Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Pacific Development at Australian National University: Not eligible (program is less than 2 academic years)