International Development MSc

The MSc International Development engages critically with development and humanitarianism in theory and practice, covering processes of social, political and economic change around the world.

The emphasis throughout is on combining critical academic research with hands-on knowledge grounded in practice - and on researching development from below, with human-centred research that takes people and their local experiences seriously. The programme takes stock of current and future trends and equips the next generation of experts with the knowledge and skills a rapidly changing field will demand of them.

You will graduate with a deep understanding of development processes locally and globally, how international thinking has impacted societies in Africa, Asia and Latin America, and the critical skills to analyse development policy and conduct development research.

The programme is designed to provide an excellent foundation for diverse career pathways, including those that lead into further academic trajectories and those focused on practice, such as work with:

* development and humanitarian organisations

* the public sector

* social enterprises

* the wider private sector 

Who this programme is for

This programme is designed to suit the needs of both recent graduates of various disciplines, and professionals with some work experience who want to change careers, upgrade their academic qualifications, or take a year out to reflect critically on their work.

Although most students will move on after one year to development-related positions, some may use the programme as a pathway into our PhD in International Development.