Overview

The Development Studies programme from University of Malaya exposes students to development theories and a wide range of topics related to development. The students are also trained to conduct research in development studies.

Programme Learning Outcomes

At the end of the programme, graduates are able to:

Demonstrate advanced knowledge in the field of development.
Apply logic and reasoning in evaluating the themes, propositions and concepts in development studies.
Analyze problems and interventions critically and constructively on development issues.
Ability to display interpersonal and communication skills to solve problems using scientific approach.
Demonstrate the interlinks between the economic, social and environment dimensions of development using digital and numerical skills.
Work responsibly as a team and develop leadership skills for problem solving using scientific approach.
Display managerial and entrepreneurial skills, enriching knowledge, and competencies.
Practice ethical and professionalism by displaying environmental sensitivity and social responsibility in development issues

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methodology
Research Project
Development Theory and Practice
Globalization and Development
Sociology of Development
Public Policy Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

42 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

International Development View 7 other Masters in International Development in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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80

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5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor degree with a minimum of CGPA 3.0 or equivalent and sufficient knowledge in the field of Development Studies or related fields.
An International applicant who wishes to follow a Master of Development Studies programme shall obtain at least the result below in one of the English Language competency examinations as stated below:
A minimum score of 550 for paper-based total (PBT), a score of 213 for the computer-based total (CBT) or a score of 80 for the internet-based total (IBT) for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL);
A minimum score of band 5.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic);
Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE Academic) with a minimum score of 42;
Minimum band 4 Malaysian University English Test (MUET).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

45100 MYR / year

≈ 45100 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

22600 MYR / year

≈ 22600 MYR / year

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Living costs

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Funding

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