
Global Development BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Global Development BA (Hons)
This degree immerses you in critical debates on global development and the practices of the global development industry. You will explore the politics of inequality, poverty, economic and social development. You will also learn how the global development industry works to address these issues we link theory to practice in all elements of the degree programme. Core modules in the programme build your understanding of definitions and patterns of global development. We engage with the colonial foundations of the contemporary world and link these to current global initiatives such as th...
This degree immerses you in critical debates on global development and the practices of the global development industry. You will explore the politics of inequality, poverty, economic and social development. You will also learn how the global development industry works to address these issues we link theory to practice in all elements of the degree programme. Core modules in the programme build your understanding of definitions and patterns of global development. We engage with the colonial foundations of the contemporary world and link these to current global initiatives such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). You will also develop a critical understanding of how global development agencies design and deliver their programmes.<br/><br/><br/>• Study in our world ranked School of Politics and International Studies.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Critically explore political, economic and social global dynamics..<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn from influential academics who are helping to shape policy and practice and hear from inspiring guest speakers.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Spend a semester abroad, with an opportunity to study at the University of Ghana in your second year (subject to availability at the time).<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Get the opportunity to study abroad for a year and develop an international perspective or undertake a work placement to gain practical experience.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Add an analytical focus to your degree with the opportunity to apply for a Quantitative Research Methods pathway, helping you develop advanced analytical skills that are in high demand by employers worldwide.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Join our powerful learning network<br/><br/>Our Centre for Global Development brings together our Global Development teaching team, comprised of academics who are leaders in their fields. Many have advised governments, NGOs and international organisations in their specialist areas, and have experience of living, researching and conducting fieldwork in the Global South.<br/><br/>This course has strong connections to active research centres across the University that are involved in teaching, researching and debating international development topics. You’ll have the chance to get engaged with units such as the Leeds Social Science Institute (LSSI) and the Leeds University Centre for African Studies (LUCAS).
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
23/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L920
Institution Code
L23
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
BB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers; or B in Advanced Highers and AAABB in Highers, or AABBBB in Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
Complete 60 credits with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 at Merit or higher.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
34 overall (6,5,5 higher).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H3,H3,H3
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M2
A level
A,B,B
We do not require A-level Politics for courses in the School of Politics and International Studies. In general, we expect applicants to have two ‘traditional’ academic subjects at A-level. See our accepted subjects document to see which subjects we accept. When an applicant is taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) this can be considered alongside A-levels and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB at A-level including grade A in the EPQ.
T Level
We will consider T-levels in appropriate subjects as they become available. In all cases applicants should have GCSE English at 4 or above.
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