Overview

The Economic Development Policy program offered by The University of the West Indies request students to submit a short research proposal which will be considered by the Institute’s Entrance Committee.

Careers

If you want to start or advance a career in:

Academic or policy-related research

Policy development and planning

Government

International development

Tertiary level teaching

Private sector research

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Directed Readings on Thesis Topic

Research Design and Management

Specialized Research Methods

MPhil Research Serninar

MPhil Economic Development Policy Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

82

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

9 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bridgetown, Barbados
Bridgetown, Barbados

Disciplines

Economics Environmental Economics & Policy

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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82

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit a short research proposal (2-3 pages) outlining your area of interest.

Submit both the proposal and application form to the School for Graduate Studies and Research

Admission to the MPhil degree program normally requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least an Upper Second Class Honours degree and relevant work experience.

Application Processing Fee (BDS $30 for applicants from contributing countries OR US $30 for applicants from a non-contributing countries)

Birth Certificate (certified or notarized copy)

Curriculum Vitae (2 copies)

Two (2) Referee reports (PDF)

Professional Certificates/Diplomas

Marriage Certificate (where applicable) (certified or notarised copy)

Legal Affidavit or deed poll if your present name is different from that on the Birth Certificate (certified or notarised copy)

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

2100 USD / year

≈ 2100 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

2100 USD / year

≈ 2100 USD / year

Additional Details

Part-time US$1,250 per year
Full-time US$2,100 per year

Living costs

Bridgetown

Barbados

1960 - 2590 BBD / 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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Scholarships Information

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Bridgetown

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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