Global Development MSc

MSc Global Development is a dynamic and interdisciplinary course that offers a deep, critical understanding of the complex forces shaping development in our rapidly changing world.<br/><br/>Designed for those who want to explore the politics, policies and practices of development from a truly global perspective, this course equips you with the analytical tools and practical skills to tackle some of the most urgent challenges of our time; from poverty and inequality to climate change, governance, and global economic shifts.<br/><br/>At its core, the course blends cutting-edge theory with hands-on insight. You’ll learn how development policy is made and implemented, and more importantly, how to interrogate its outcomes.<br/><br/>What makes this course especially distinctive is its integrated approach - drawing on political economy, sociology, economics, environmental studies, and public policy to explore the causes and consequences of development interventions across diverse contexts.<br/><br/>Whether youre a recent social science graduate or an experienced practitioner in a development organisation, NGO, government agency or private sector, this MSc provides a stimulating environment in which to sharpen your thinking, expand your horizons, and develop the intellectual agility needed to work across disciplines and sectors.<br/><br/>MSc Global Development is also uniquely structured as both a standalone course and an umbrella for a range of specialist masters pathways, each addressing a critical dimension of development. You’ll have the opportunity to explore your interests in areas such as:<br/><br/><br/>• Global Political Economy - understanding the systems of trade, finance, and power that shape development outcomes.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Governance and Management - examining how institutions operate, make decisions, and affect change.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Poverty and Inequality - exploring the structural and systemic drivers of marginalisation and exclusion.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Environment - analysing the interplay between development and ecological sustainability in an age of climate crisis.<br/><br/><br/><br/>With the Global Development Institute at The University of Manchester - ranked among the top development studies institutions in the world you’ll be joining a vibrant, globally minded community of scholars, students and professionals committed to advancing justice, equity, and sustainability in development practice.<br/><br/>Whether youre seeking to launch a career in development or looking to deepen and diversify your expertise, this course will challenge you to think differently and inspire you to make a meaningful impact in the world.