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MSc Development Studies

The MSc Development Studies course is interdisciplinary and innovative. It provides a thorough grounding in the development field, and its emphasis on research enables students to specialise in their particular areas of interest.

The MSc Development Studies is led by Professor Gaim Kibreab and taught by excellent research-active lecturers who specialise in social and economic development, as forced migration. See the current research projects tied to the International Development, Emergencies and Refugee Studies (IDEARS) Research Group.

Through the use of case studies you'll analyse a range of issues, crucial for Development policy and practice, such as:

Globalisation: markets, trade and the global economy;
Trade and Aid: the role of international institutions and agencies;
Strategies for Industrialisation: economic growth and human development;
Social Development: livelihoods, poverty and poverty reduction;
Developing the Rural Sector: Agrarian Policies, migration and urbanisation;
Environmental policies and sustainable development;
Political empowerment, participation, and human rights.

5 top reasons to study here

Relevant course design: designed for those who wish to pursue careers with governments, non-governmental organisations, international agencies, public and private organisations and enterprises. .
Taught by internationally recognised members of staff: who have a range of innovative research experiences
Research input: You'll engage with recent research linked to case studies and learn to undertake development research.
Strong resources: We have a vast array of resources available to aid your learning from our library to online services.
Research active academics: you’ll be taught by enthusiastic but also research active staff, which means you’ll receive relevant and best practice teaching.

Campus Information

Southwark Campus

London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA.

Intakes

Sep Deadline: July

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Application Process

More Information Required

10 Days

Possible Interview

10 Days

Conditional/Unconditional Offer Letter

20 Days

Visa Process

30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

A humanities masters has the real advantage of opening up careers in a number of professions such as teaching, social work, administration and higher level education. Graduates have forged exciting careers in research-related work, public relations, advertising, retail, management and media-related work.

Previous students have entered careers in many fields working for international organisations such as the United Nations and its constituent organisations, the World Bank, the International Labour Organisation and the World Health Organisation. Many students take up posts in their home countries within government, non-government and civil society organisations, or with non-governmental development organisations in the UK, in addition to teaching posts in universities and colleges specialising in

PSW Opportunity

2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

A minimum of a 2:2 first degree/Bachelor degree equivalent to UK Second Class Honours Lower Division in a relevant subject area. Relevant professional experience will also be considered. Applicants will be assessed on the personal statement as well as the entry qualifications.
We welcome equivalent qualifications from around the world. English language qualifications for international students: IELTS score of 6.5, Cambridge Proficiency or Advanced Grade C.

INDIA

Honours Degree from a prestigious Indian university: 53-55% or higher
Honours Degree from a recognised Indian university: 55% or higher
Honours Degree from a recognised international university: equivalent to UK Bachelor Degree Second Class Honours or higher

Please note that some LSBU courses require specific units/subjects for the first degree. A small number of LSBU courses also require relevant work experience. See individual course entry requirements for details.

NEPAL

3-4 years Honours Degree from a recognised university in Nepal: 60% or higher depending on university and course applied for
Honours Degree from a recognised international university: equivalent to UK Bachelor Degree Second Class Honours or higher

BANGLADESH

4-5 year Honours Degree from a recognised university in Bangladesh: CGPA 2.4 - 2.8 out of 4.0 or higher (depending on the institution and LSBU course applied for)
2 year Honours Degree + 2 year Masters Degree from a recognised university in Bangladesh: CGPA 2.4 – 2.8 out of 4.0 or higher (depending on the institution and LSBU course applied for)
Honours Degree from a recognised international university: equivalent to UK Bachelor Degree Second Class Honours or higher

SRI LANKA

3 or 4 year Honours Degree from a recognised university in Sri Lanka: Second Class Honours Division or higher
Honours Degree from a recognised international university: equivalent to UK Bachelor Degree Second Class Honours or higher

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