MA Global Development
12 monthsProgramme duration
21,200 GBPTuition Fee/year
4Scholarships
JanStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Development Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Master's
Study Mode
On Campus
On this MA Global Development course, you’ll benefit from a multidisciplinary approach to international development, drawing from areas such as politics, economics, anthropology, philosophy, sociology, geography, and environmental science.
You’ll discover the importance of historical context when trying to make sense of current development challenges. You’ll also discover how to fully get to grips with international development issues by viewing them as a complex interrelation between society, economics, politics and the environment.
You’ll be able to tailor your studies to your interests and ambitions, choosing from a large range of modules within and beyond the School of Global Development. You’ll also choose whether to write a dissertation or do a summer placement – so there are plenty of opportunities to shine.
Not only will you gain comprehensive knowledge of your subject, but you’ll also build the necessary skills for a successful and effective career in the field, and/or PhD study.
Please note we have changed our name to the School of Global Development from 1 August 2023, as we mark our 50th Anniversary.
You’ll discover the importance of historical context when trying to make sense of current development challenges. You’ll also discover how to fully get to grips with international development issues by viewing them as a complex interrelation between society, economics, politics and the environment.
You’ll be able to tailor your studies to your interests and ambitions, choosing from a large range of modules within and beyond the School of Global Development. You’ll also choose whether to write a dissertation or do a summer placement – so there are plenty of opportunities to shine.
Not only will you gain comprehensive knowledge of your subject, but you’ll also build the necessary skills for a successful and effective career in the field, and/or PhD study.
Please note we have changed our name to the School of Global Development from 1 August 2023, as we mark our 50th Anniversary.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Development Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Master's
Study Mode
On Campus
On this MA Global Development course, you’ll benefit from a multidisciplinary approach to international development, drawing from areas such as politics, economics, anthropology, philosophy, sociology, geography, and environmental science.
You’ll discover the importance of historical context when trying to make sense of current development challenges. You’ll also discover how to fully get to grips with international development issues by viewing them as a complex interrelation between society, economics, politics and the environment.
You’ll be able to tailor your studies to your interests and ambitions, choosing from a large range of modules within and beyond the School of Global Development. You’ll also choose whether to write a dissertation or do a summer placement – so there are plenty of opportunities to shine.
Not only will you gain comprehensive knowledge of your subject, but you’ll also build the necessary skills for a successful and effective career in the field, and/or PhD study.
Please note we have changed our name to the School of Global Development from 1 August 2023, as we mark our 50th Anniversary.
You’ll discover the importance of historical context when trying to make sense of current development challenges. You’ll also discover how to fully get to grips with international development issues by viewing them as a complex interrelation between society, economics, politics and the environment.
You’ll be able to tailor your studies to your interests and ambitions, choosing from a large range of modules within and beyond the School of Global Development. You’ll also choose whether to write a dissertation or do a summer placement – so there are plenty of opportunities to shine.
Not only will you gain comprehensive knowledge of your subject, but you’ll also build the necessary skills for a successful and effective career in the field, and/or PhD study.
Please note we have changed our name to the School of Global Development from 1 August 2023, as we mark our 50th Anniversary.
Admission Requirements
3.2+
6+
1 Year
Jan
Tuition fees
Domestic
10,150 GBP
International
21,200 GBP
Scholarships
Value
$1860
Deadline
17 May 2027
Value
$3000
Deadline
5 May 2027
30% Final Year Undergraduate Continuation Scholarship
30% Final Year Undergraduate Continuation Scholarship
Master's
PhD
Value
30% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Value
10% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
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