Brighton,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MPhil International Development (Global Studies) in Brighton United Kingdom | University of Sussex
University of Sussex
|
Brighton United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
21,500
(c. USD28,654.77)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Become part of our vibrant community of PhD candidates tackling pressing global development challenges. Our doctoral program stands out for its exceptional diversity among students, faculty, and research topics. Every project confronts contemporary worldwide issues affecting societies globally. You'll collaborate with leading specialists from both natural and social sciences whose innovative research has profoundly influenced individuals, institutions, and communities internationally. As part of the School of Global Studies, you'll join one of the UK's most substantial doctoral research networks in International Development, where students actively shape their academic journey. The program offers both PhD and MPhil options, differing in duration and research scope. A PhD requires groundbreaking original contributions to your field, while an MPhil involves independent research at a more introductory level, culminating in a Master of Philosophy degree. Students may have the opportunity to upgrade from MPhil to PhD during their studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Youre normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% of overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree.
Subject-specific requirements
Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training.
We also offer a 1+3 route incorporating the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training.
IELTS (Academic) - High level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component).
TOEFL (iBT) - Higher level 88 overall, including at least 20 Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.
Subject-specific requirements
Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training.
We also offer a 1+3 route incorporating the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training.
IELTS (Academic) - High level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component).
TOEFL (iBT) - Higher level 88 overall, including at least 20 Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.
Tuition
GBP
21,500