BA (Hons) International Development with Politics with a Year Abroad in Norwich United Kingdom | University of East Anglia

Have you ever questioned why inequality persists in our world? Why certain individuals, communities, and nations face greater disadvantages than others? Have you considered who truly holds power in society, and how governments, global institutions, corporations, NGOs, and citizens can drive meaningful change? Is democratic governance under threat? How can we promote peace and protect human rights? Explore these pressing issues – and many others – through our BA Global Development with Politics with a Year Abroad program. This unique course blends interdisciplinary foundations with specialized political analysis of global development. Core modules examine contemporary challenges like poverty, inequality, governance, and conflict through a political lens, analyzing how development processes are influenced by power dynamics among key institutions. You'll also gain valuable research and data analysis skills, becoming a versatile social researcher with strong career prospects. Beyond political studies, you'll explore broader development themes, integrating perspectives from economics, environmental science, geography, media studies, and anthropology. The program offers regional specialization options and lets you tailor your studies to your evolving interests. Your third year includes study abroad at a partner university, enhancing your academic experience. This highly adaptable degree allows you to shape your educational journey. Join our tight-knit, multidisciplinary academic community within the School of Global Development, learning from leading political scholars while benefiting from a dynamic intellectual environment. UEA ranks among the world's top institutions for development research and education, with graduates pursuing diverse careers in development and related fields. Study with us and contribute to building a more equitable world.