Overview
The last thirty years have seen major changes in our understanding of social and economic change, transition and development. These complex processes are situated in a system of global interconnections and influences and require considerable attention to the specifics of local situations and circumstances. On the MA Development Practice course, you will gain critical perspectives on these changes, and learn how to effectively contribute to future developments.
Because of this tension between the global and the local, subtle understanding of the interplay of social, cultural, political and economic variables is required, involving various actors and agents including states, international organisations (UN, FAO, WHO, ILO, IFAD, UNICEF, UNESCO, UNRISD, WIDER, WFP), the multilateral and bilateral aid agencies (World Bank, DFID, SIDA), NGOs (Oxfam, Action Aid, Transparency International and others), social movements (World Economic Forum, World Summit on Social Development) and the private sector in any particular context. The course curriculum includes intensive treatment of all these issues.
Opportunities
Over the year, and across two central Critical Issues modules, you’ll develop a rigorous and deep critique of the ways NGOs and other agencies work, and the political contexts of development.
Practical issues are at the heart of this MA in Development Practice at University of East Anglia. For that reason you’ll also focus on the issues and challenges raised during project planning, management and implementation. You’ll work as part of a team with your fellow students to propose innovative solutions to classic development problems.
You will benefit from research-led teaching, ensuring you encounter the latest thinking in the field. Research in UEA’s School of International Development is focused on addressing contemporary challenges in developing and transition economies via disciplinary and multi-interdisciplinary approaches.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Critical Issues in Development Practice
- Development Perspectives
- Ma in Development Practice:exam
- Development Work Placement
- Dissertation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
International Development Sustainable Development View 205 other Masters in Sustainable Development in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Degree Subject Any good first degree
- Degree Classification 2.1 or equivalent
Applicants should normally have a good undergraduate degree from a recognised higher education institution. The University will also take into account the employment experience of applicants where relevant.
It is normal for undergraduate students to apply for entry to postgraduate programmes in their final year of study. Applicants who have not yet been awarded a degree may be offered a place conditional on their attaining a particular class of degree.
Tuition Fee
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International
16400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 16400 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
8000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 8000 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
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