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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Regent Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The Global Development MA offers you an interdisciplinary, practical, skill-based training to become an engaged, ethical development thinker and practitioner upon graduation. The programme is structured around three interrelated knowledge areas: development, social justice and sustainability. You’ll learn from four interrelated academic disciplines including political economy, political sociology, international relations and human geography.Through a selection of core and optional modules on the programme, you’ll cover the fundamental aspects of development theory, identify key issues facing global development, and learn the ethical, political and practical considerations for selecting the approaches to address the challenges.You’ll receive advanced training in research methods and analytical skills, combined with practical skill-based training on problem-solving, collaborative work, and policy analysis. In addition to classroom teaching, you’ll also take field trips and visits, and interact with professionals in the development sector, applying your knowledge and skills in real-world contexts. This will give valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with global development, and the opportunity to build networks whilst learning.The course team are committed to offering you a transformational learning experience. You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the theories and concepts underlying the ethics, politics and economics of sustainable global development, as well as develop various graduate attributes, professional learning outcomes, key transferable skills and personal progression.

Application deadline

04/09/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 18,000per 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 Westminster, London

University of Westminster, London

  • University League Table

    123rd

  • Campus address

    Cavendish, 115 New Cavendish Street, London, Greater London, W1W 6UW, United Kingdom

The university has a strong reputation for being diverse and welcoming, with students and staff from over 160 countries around the world.
Students have access to Zone29, the university’s new careers and enterprise hub, and enjoy the opportunities and vibrant cultural life that London offers.
International students have a dedicated Welcome to the UK programme and FANS (Friends of Arriving New Students) programme, led by students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    95th out of 117 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    103 46%

    108th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    97th

    23
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    45th

    24

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