Master of Science in International Development
University of Birmingham
UK,England
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 22,950/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1900
Total Students: 38,000 +
Int. Students: 5,000 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TT United Kingdom
Master of Science in International Development
Program Overview
Our MSc in International Development allows you to explore the challenges facing developing and developed countries in the fight against global poverty, as well as to understand the promise and problems of proposed approaches to poverty reduction.
You will explore theories of development in historical context from 1945 up to the present day in a single compulsory module. The theories are then applied to contemporary development approaches and issues. Throughout, the emphasis is on you developing a critical understanding of the evolution of development theories over the last half century and its implications for present day thinking about development.
You can then select the remaining five modules to suit your own needs and interests. You could, for example, take modules in rural and urban poverty reduction, on conflict and development or gender and development. You could also take modules on project management, disaster management or governance. Many other modules are also available to choose from.
Why study this course?
The International Development programme is useful if you have not yet decided what specialist path to follow within the field. It will also give you the maximum possible flexibility in tailoring the programme to your own particular interests, by allowing you to choose five of the six courses that form part of the taught part of the programme.
The programme does not assume any prior knowledge of international development and we welcome applications from candidates who meet the admissions criteria.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 22,950 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University of Birmingham
CAD 9,207 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
