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MSc International Development

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    1 Year Full Time, 16 Months Full Time or 2 Years Part Time

Course Description

MSc International Development equips you with a critical and up to date understanding of development policies, theories, strategies and practices, the operation of development organisations, as well as the ways individuals and communities experience and challenge poverty and marginalisation.

Designed to enhance your employability in international development practice and research, the course offers opportunities for skill and knowledge development. You are introduced to key contemporary debates in international development, including issues such as conflict and security, civil society and NGOs, the impacts of China’s and India’s rising economic power, gender, the environment and resource conflicts as well as advocacy and citizenship. The course also enables you to understand and engage critically with key development tools, strategies and techniques.

Entry Requirements

Standard entry is normally with a 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent, or relevant equivalent experience.
International applicants are required to have one of the following English language qualifications – A British Council International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 (or above), Pearson Academic score of 62 (or above) or a Test of English as a Foreign Language – Internet Based Test) (TOEFL IBT) score of 89 (or above).

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Fees

Course fees are subject to annual review and information on current fees can be obtained from the Admissions Team. Tel: +44 (0)191 227 4453

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