International Development and Humanitarian Emergencies MSc

London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International Development

Full time & Part time September MSc 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time

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Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? The MSc International Development and Humanitarian Emergencies programme at LSE is designed for you. This flexible programme offers interdisciplinary training in international development and humanitarianism, giving you a solid foundation in poverty reduction, wealth creation, and human capabilities. You'll have the opportunity to shape your studies with optional courses and work on real-life policy issues with prestigious organizations such as UNICEF and Save the Children. With academic support, extracurricular activities, and access to LSE Careers, this programme prepares you for promising careers in the public, private, and voluntary sectors. No application deadline - apply now and embark on your journey to make a positive impact on the world.

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The MSc International Development and Humanitarian Emergencies programme focuses on understanding the dynamics of humanitarian and complex emergencies as well as providing a solid foundation in development issues such as poverty reduction, wealth creation and the expansion of human capabilities.

This is a flexible programme that provides you with academically rigorous graduate-level interdisciplinary training in the fields of international development and humanitarianism. While the core course, Key Issues in Development Studies, and Managing Humanitarianism provide an excellent overview of the key issues and debates in international development, optional courses enable you to shape your studies to your own needs and interests.

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Fees

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01 May 2024

Where will I study?

London School of Economics and Political Science

Offering you the opportunity to study the social sciences in an institution with a worldwide academic reputation, while enjoying the cultural, social and recreational facilities of one of the world’s greatest capital cities.

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Scholarships

The School recognises that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your home town or country, and we provide generous scholarships each year to home and overseas students.

LSE makes available over GBP 15 million annually in financial aid for its students. Around one quarter of our graduate students receive financial support from the School.

At master’s level, the value of support given by LSE ranges in value from 10 per cent of the tuition fee to a full fees and maintenance award.

This programme is eligible for needs-based awards from LSE, including the Graduate Support Scheme, Master's Awards, and Anniversary Scholarships.

Selection for any funding opportunity is based on receipt of an offer for a place and submitting a Graduate Financial Support application, before the funding deadline.

In addition to our needs-based awards, LSE also makes available scholarships for students from specific regions of the world and awards for students studying specific subject areas.

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