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International Development (International Political Economy and Development)

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Tuition GBP 15,660 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,190 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Deadline 2003-07-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Birmingham, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The International Development (International Political Economy and Development) at University of Birmingham is a MSc programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the International Development (International Political Economy and Development) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 15,660 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,190 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Development (International Political Economy and Development) programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Critical Approaches to Development
  2. Development Politics
  3. International Political Economy
  4. Aid Politics and Policy
  5. Conflict in Developing Countries
  6. Conflict Humanitarian Aid and Social Reconstruction
  7. Development Management
  8. Disability and Development
  9. Gender and Development
  10. Public Economic Management
  11. Public Management and Leadership
  12. Public Sector Reform and Development
  13. Religion and Development
  14. Rural Poverty and Development
  15. Social Analysis of Inequality, Poverty and Development
  16. State and City in Europe and Asia
  17. Transforming Development for Sustainability
  18. Urban Poverty and Development

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

For MSc:
  • An upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university or an equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field (the equivalent US Grade Point Average is 3.0) or
  • A lower second-class Honours degree from an approved university with excellent work experience.
  • Adequate capacity in written and spoken English\xc2\xa0
  • Degrees from all disciplines are considered and a candidate\'s work experience can also be taken into consideration.
For Grad. Diploma:
      • A lower second-class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university or an equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field is normally required. However, work experience can also be taken into consideration.

      English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

      Tuition & Financial Information

      Tuition Fee

      GBP 15,660 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,190 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

      Tuition fees: GBP 15,660 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,190 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

      IELTS requirement: 6.5

      Financial Aid & Scholarships

      Contact University of Birmingham directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

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      Application Information
      • Application Deadline 2003-07-18
      • Start Date 2018-09-01
      • Language English
      • Duration 12 months
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