M.A. Development Studies (English-taught)

University of Passau Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Full time October MA 4 semesters (2 years)

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About the course

The M.A. Development Studies enables students to develop the advanced knowledge, analytical skills, and conceptual frameworks required to understand and navigate the complexities of economic and social development.

Students enrolled in the programme gain insights into the economic, social, ethical, and cultural contexts and constraints of development. The programme provides outstanding opportunities to put theory into practice through international field research, with a strong focus on integrating quantitative and qualitative methods.

The programme addresses the worldwide need for experts in the expanding field of development research as well as for project managers in international development cooperation.

Entry Requirements

A first (bachelor’s or equivalent) university degree in a social science, i.e. economics, anthropology, demography, empirical social or human geography, sociology, political science, administrative science or any other equivalent degree with a minimum of 60 ECTS credits in one or several of these disciplines. Out of these, 10 ECTS credits (or a minimum of 300 hours of coursework) must come from empirical research methods, such as data collection, data analysis, mathematics and/or statistics. A general course in research methods is not sufficient. Language requirements: English B2 and German A1.

Fees

87 euros per semester (student services contribution)

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Andres David Castro Lotero

Why did you choose the programme?
The master's programme helps me to gain a better perspective on the world. I also like the internationality of my fellow students.

What is special about the programme?
The professors are very responsive to my enquiries and I can choose an individual focus for my programme.

Irma del Carmen Pavon Lopez

Why did you choose the programme?
In the master's programme, I can choose various areas of focus. Sustainability is a very important topic to me.

What do you like most about the programme?
I appreciate the interdisciplinary lectures and the cosmopolitanism among my fellow students.

What is special about studying in Passau?
Passau is a small university, which results in a great and tight-knit community.