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Development Studies (IDS) PhD

University of Sussex

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Course options

5 options available

  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Sussex

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    JAN

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Study with the world leaders in Development Studies and realise your potential to transform the world

The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) transforms the knowledge, action and leadership needed for more equitable and sustainable development globally, through our world-class research, learning and teaching.

As a PhD researcher, you’ll join a thriving research community with more than 70 research staff and 50 postgraduate researchers. You’ll have access to research and teaching opportunities, as well as a substantial series of seminars presented by leading development professionals and practitioners.

Your time at IDS will equip you with the training needed to launch your career in academia, government, civil society or the private sector, and make a real difference in bringing about transformative change. Our PhD graduates are defining and solving some of the world’s most pressing global challenges in their work as:

ministers in national governments and civil servants

high-level officials in development organisations such as UNDP and the World Bank

leaders and thinkers of civil-society and international development organisations such as ActionAid and Christian Aid

high-profile academics at universities across the world.

Areas of study

We welcome submissions from researchers who share our commitment to:

upholding climate and environmental justice

reducing extreme inequities

fostering healthy and fulfilling lives

nurturing inclusive, democratic and accountable societies.

Application deadline

08/12/2025

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 22,575per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    43rd

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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At Sussex, fresh thinking and international perspectives fuel teaching that matters, helping you thrive in careers anywhere in the world.
A diverse, supportive and inclusive community: at Sussex, you can explore, question and develop as an individual and meet people who will inspire you.
Sussex’s world-leading research underpins your education, meaning that what you learn is at the cutting edge of current knowledge.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    39th out of 77 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    127 54%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    47th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 76%

    42nd

    16

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