Dr. Bina D Costa

Professor

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Biography

Bina D'Costa is a Professor in the Department of International Relations at the Coral Bell School of Asia-Pacific Affairs, Australian National University. She has extensive experience in migration and humanitarian issues, with a focus on the protection of displaced children in global emergencies. Her career includes work with UNICEF, where she was involved in emergency responses, including the Rohingya crisis in Bangladesh. D'Costa has conducted field research in regions such as South Asia and the Middle East, and her research interests span human rights, gender justice, and conflict-related issues. Notable publications include 'Cascades of Violence: War, Crime, and Peacebuilding in South Asia' and 'Children and Global Conflict'. D'Costa also has held visiting fellowships at prestigious institutions and has contributed to international human rights discussions, focusing on the implications of violence against women and children in conflict zones.

Research Interests

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
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  • Curriculum Vitae
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Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.