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Explore the roots of global inequality and justice through this interdisciplinary Development Studies MA program, which combines an intersectional approach with a comprehensive curriculum. This degree challenges you to examine how social justice principles intersect with development theories and practices, particularly concerning race, class, gender, and other identity factors. You'll critically analyze power dynamics that perpetuate social, political, and economic disparities across regions, communities, and individuals. The program examines development politics while equipping you to pioneer transformative approaches that foster equity and justice. Inspired by liberal arts traditions, this program aims to free students from limiting societal frameworks by cultivating critical thinking, historical awareness, and the ability to envision progressive social systems for a fairer, more sustainable future. Key advantages: Gain tools to contribute to a more equitable world through our unique UK curriculum that bridges social sciences with development, justice, and sustainability studies. Customize your learning across diverse subjects including gender studies, racial equity, economic systems, and global politics to develop innovative solutions for sustainable development. Learn from renowned scholars and apply cutting-edge theories to practical social justice initiatives. Join our welcoming academic community in central London's vibrant riverside location. Develop both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise valued by employers across sectors. Program details: This degree offers potential collaboration with Sciences Po's International Affairs graduate program. See the Teaching & Structure section for details. Career prospects: Graduates emerge prepared for impactful careers across private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Alumni have secured positions with: Leading NGOs including OXFAM and Save the Children Prestigious think tanks like Chatham House and Brookings Government agencies worldwide International bodies such as the UN and ILO Many pursue doctoral studies at top institutions including King's, LSE, and Oxford.
Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme-Specific Requirements
A bachelor's degree with 2:1 honours in related subjects as international development, politics, economics or other social science or regional studies.
If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above across all years of study, in the UK marking scheme.
Bachelor (Honours) degree / Master of Arts (Honours) degree with Upper Second Class Honours and 60% overall from the final two years
IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each skill
TOEFL iBT: 100 overall with a minimum of 25 in writing and 23 in each of the other skills.