Masters Degrees in Development Studies, United Kingdom

Develop the skills and understanding to tackle the global challenges of poverty, inequality, conflict, sustainability and social justice. 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

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

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

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

Gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to become a social development practitioner. This course addresses the increasing focus on social aspects of development in policy, planning and practice. 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

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

Learn to lead with confidence and tackle contemporary development challenges, working in partnership to find sustainable solutions. Read more

This MA highlights the complex relationship between environmental and developmental challenges. Based in the School of Global Studies, you’ll study in a unique department that encourages you to learn from the Global South as much as from the Global North. Read more

This course analyses the complex relationships at the heart of development and security in the Global South. We have an interdisciplinary perspective on questions of peace, vulnerability and insecurity. Read more

Are you involved in – or contemplating – working with migrants, refugees and asylum seekers? Our course will broaden your understanding of the relevant theories, concepts and policies. Read more

This is a unique course. You will critically analyse development, democratisation processes and social change alongside gaining creative and technical media production skills. Read more

Take on the challenge of creating sustainable energy systems.  To avoid catastrophic climate change, global carbon emissions must be brought to zero within a few decades. Read more