Masters Degrees (Development Studies)

A multidisciplinary perspective on the most relevant local and global issues regarding solidarity, including citizenship, poverty, sustainability, migration, welfare reform, social movements and private initiatives. Read more

This programme is suited to students from a non-economics background, and will provide you with a solid grounding in policy analysis for economic growth and development, and for combatting poverty. Read more

The Natural Resources Institute (NRI) is a specialised multidisciplinary organisation within the University of Greenwich. The NRI provides research and consultancy in support of sustainable development, economic growth and poverty reduction, principally, but not solely, in the natural resources sector. Read more

To meet the United Nations 17 Global Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 we need extensive transformations in the way markets, civil society and states work in much of the world. Read more

The MLitt in Gender Studies explores the theory and history of gender studies. You will develop an interdisciplinary understanding of the ways in which gender is defined, generated, and communicated as well as learn applied skills in textual, visual, and comparative analysis. Read more

The MSc in Sustainable Development explores the socio-economic, political, and environmental aspects of the inter-relationships between human development and sustainability. Read more

Are you involved in work with migrants, refugees and asylum seekers? Or are you contemplating entering this field? This course will broaden your understanding of the relevant theories, concepts and policies. Read more

This programme is designed for graduates with a background in economics who want to develop a solid understanding of policy analysis, design and management relevant to developing countries. Read more

Combine development theory and practice with an in-depth understanding of African political and cultural dynamics. You’ll gain a grounding in the specific issues that development work in African contexts demands. Read more

Are you ready to explore some of the world's most pressing challenges? Understand the link between the environment and development agendas, and global inequalities - for today and the future. Read more

Help build a future that is sustainable and inclusive. This interdisciplinary course focuses on the policies and politics of transformations to sustainability. Read more

Glocal is an interdisciplinary 18-month graduate program with a unique 4-months internship component. We translate academic research into a practical understanding of community development - an approach empowering communities in need across the world to prosper and succeed. Read more

Food is a cross-cutting development issue that concerns hunger, food insecurity, malnutrition, environment sustainability, power politics, social justice and cultural identity. Read more

Children and youth around the world are growing up and living under very different circumstances, yet they still share many experiences. Read more

Sussex is recognised globally for teaching and research in international development. This course is for you if you have experience, or are considering a career, in the development field. Read more