MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip International Development

This course is designed for students who want to pursue a career in international development. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the field, including its historical, political, social and economic contexts. Students will learn about globalization, poverty reduction, human rights, sustainable development, and the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in addressing these issues. The course also covers research methods and data analysis techniques, equipping students with the skills to design, implement and evaluate development projects. By the end of the course, students will have gained a deep understanding of the complexities of international development and be able to contribute effectively to this field.

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This course is ideal for those who want to work in government agencies, NGOs, multilateral organizations or private companies involved in international development. It is also suitable for those who want to pursue further research in the field through a PhD program.

Leading International Development Research and Practice at Birkbeck University of London

Birkbeck University of London is a world-renowned institution with a long history of excellence in teaching and research in the field of international development. Our faculty members are experts in their fields and have extensive experience working in development contexts around the world. The university offers a diverse range of courses and research opportunities, providing students with a comprehensive learning experience.

The compulsory modules for this interdisciplinary course introduce you to key debates that have shaped thinking on international poverty and development and will equip you with knowledge of the conceptual and theoretical bases of development. They will improve your skills of evaluation and analysis, enabling you to participate critically in debates on the changing nature of the multilateral, bilateral, and non-governmental institutions designed to address development issues, the context in which they operate, and the constraints they face. You will also have the opportunity to choose from a range of thematic option modules, allowing you to tailor the course according to your personal or career interests.

You will develop transferable skills including team-working, written and oral communication, and qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

We offer this course as a Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, and Postgraduate Certificate. For the Diploma and Certificate, you study fewer modules and do not complete a dissertation.

A second-class honors degree (2:2) or above in social sciences or humanities. Other applicants will also be considered.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.