Migration and Refugee Studies MA 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Sussex |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

23,500 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

01 Aug, 2026Application Deadline

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Development Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

As a driver and product of globalisation, migration transforms the world we live in and who we are. In today’s world, migration and forced displacement leading to refugees are core challenges.


On this MA, you’ll tackle issues shaping the life opportunities of migrants and refugees. You’ll also explore how states, NGOs and societies – in sending, transit and settlement countries – try to address these challenges. Key topics include:


  • transnationalism and diaspora
  • integration, cultural diversity and race
  • forced displacement and development.     


Sussex has a long-standing global tradition for being at the forefront of migration and refugee research. Throughout your studies, you’ll benefit from the expertise of a world-leading cohort of researchers on migration, refugees and forced displacement. You’ll be part of the Sussex Centre for Migration Research’s vibrant postgraduate community. The Centre:


  • organises bi-weekly events with leading external speakers
  • hosts an annual conference of world leading scholars
  • arranges numerous events with local and international NGOs.


These are useful networking opportunities for you to build your profile.  


You’ll deepen your knowledge in the field of migration and refugees. The skills you gain – critical thinking, writing and researching – can be applied practically in the field. When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for careers in the NGO and voluntary sectors, as well as in government and institutions. You’ll also be well equipped to pursue doctoral study and an academic career.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Development Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

As a driver and product of globalisation, migration transforms the world we live in and who we are. In today’s world, migration and forced displacement leading to refugees are core challenges.


On this MA, you’ll tackle issues shaping the life opportunities of migrants and refugees. You’ll also explore how states, NGOs and societies – in sending, transit and settlement countries – try to address these challenges. Key topics include:


  • transnationalism and diaspora
  • integration, cultural diversity and race
  • forced displacement and development.     


Sussex has a long-standing global tradition for being at the forefront of migration and refugee research. Throughout your studies, you’ll benefit from the expertise of a world-leading cohort of researchers on migration, refugees and forced displacement. You’ll be part of the Sussex Centre for Migration Research’s vibrant postgraduate community. The Centre:


  • organises bi-weekly events with leading external speakers
  • hosts an annual conference of world leading scholars
  • arranges numerous events with local and international NGOs.


These are useful networking opportunities for you to build your profile.  


You’ll deepen your knowledge in the field of migration and refugees. The skills you gain – critical thinking, writing and researching – can be applied practically in the field. When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for careers in the NGO and voluntary sectors, as well as in government and institutions. You’ll also be well equipped to pursue doctoral study and an academic career.

Admission Requirements

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  • Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Applicants with a lower second-class (2.2) degree classification will be considered on a case by case basis.
  • Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should preferably be in a social sciences or humanities subject; alternatively, you should have relevant professional experience or engagement. 

01 Aug 2026
1 Year
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,250 GBP
International
23,500 GBP

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