12 monthsProgramme duration
23,500 GBPTuition Fee/year
01 Aug, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Development Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Develop the analytical and practical skills required to address some of today’s most pressing global challenges including inequality, sustainability and security.
Based at the Institute of Development Studies (IDS), you’ll learn how to approach development problems with creativity, confidence and the ability to work collaboratively.
IDS is an independent research and teaching institute located on the campus of the University of Sussex, with a close affiliation with the University. All teaching staff are active researchers in development, resulting in a unique learning experience grounded in real-world challenges and solutions.
You’ll have a wide range of modules to choose from, giving you the flexibility to choose what interests you most and grow intellectually within the overall degree framework. You’ll develop an understanding of the main debates in development, engage in informed and critical ways with professionals from diverse backgrounds, and join an active community of people from around the world working on social justice.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Development Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Develop the analytical and practical skills required to address some of today’s most pressing global challenges including inequality, sustainability and security.
Based at the Institute of Development Studies (IDS), you’ll learn how to approach development problems with creativity, confidence and the ability to work collaboratively.
IDS is an independent research and teaching institute located on the campus of the University of Sussex, with a close affiliation with the University. All teaching staff are active researchers in development, resulting in a unique learning experience grounded in real-world challenges and solutions.
You’ll have a wide range of modules to choose from, giving you the flexibility to choose what interests you most and grow intellectually within the overall degree framework. You’ll develop an understanding of the main debates in development, engage in informed and critical ways with professionals from diverse backgrounds, and join an active community of people from around the world working on social justice.
Admission Requirements
- Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
- Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in the social sciences or a related subject area. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
- Work experience: Yes. You should preferably have one year’s development-related work experience, which can be made up of voluntary work and vacation-based activities.
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
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