Global Development with a Year Abroad BA (Hons)

Discover the cultural, political and historical trends shaping our world and learn how to creatively solve today’s challenges.<br/><br/>Are you passionate about confronting inequality? Tackling injustice? And solving global challenges? From COVID-19 to the climate crisis, the world is constantly changing. And we believe it’s not just one person’s agenda – it’s a global issue that requires a global response.<br/><br/>Discover cutting edge ideas and practices as you prepare to confront our changing world. You’ll debate development theory, explore evidence-based responses to major world issues, and learn the interdisciplinary tools you need to create positive change.<br/><br/>**International immersion**<br/><br/>You could study Global Development anywhere. But here we offer an exciting range of UK and overseas fieldwork. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to intern as a researcher with London International Development Centre, working at the forefront of international development.<br/><br/>You’ll be taught by academics who’ve made a real impact in their fields of research, covering international migration, urban water and gender-based violence, and much more. We also welcome expert global development guest speakers to inspire your own research, such as Professor Maristella Svampa from Argentina who is the leading scholar on global extractivist industries.<br/><br/>With a broadened perspective of world events, you could build a career working to assist those affected by conflict, disasters and poverty. Or perhaps you’ll be keen to make waves in policy development, human rights, environmental action or conflict resolution.

Get a Russell Group education with a difference, at Queen Mary University of London.<br/><br/>Whatever your dreams and aspirations look like, you can expect unique opportunities, a welcoming community and outstanding support. With 92% of students coming from a state school background and 75% identifying as BAME, Queen Mary is a university committed to fair and accessible education for everyone. As a top 20 UK University (QS World University Rankings 2026), they're also award-winners for their teaching, research, and campus environment. Picture leading academics, state-of-the-art resources, programmes focused on employability and opportunities for industry placements, internships and networking, and a diverse & inclusive community. That's what awaits at Queen Mary University of London.<br/><br/>You'll also be studying in the number one city in the world for Students (QS Best Students Cities 2025). Queen Mary is a short distance from London's museums, galleries, nightclubs, and an internationally-renowned food scene. It's the perfect place to meet people and embrace different cultures from across the world.<br/><br/>Secure your Clearing place today!