Overview

On this Sustainable Development (Online) program from University of Sussex Online , you will:

explore urgent threats to humanity including issues of conflict, security, health, climate and environmental change
unearth the root causes of these complex global sustainability challenges and the interconnected nature of environmental, social, political, and cultural issues
critically assess the international development sector and scrutinise current systems and solutions like net zero, the circular economy, the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the biodiversity protocols proposed at COP26, for example
gain practical skills and apply academic concepts to real-world challenges, empowering you to make a tangible impact at a local or global level.

Why choose this course?

Sussex is 1st in the world for Development Studies, and thanks to our pioneering research and academic team, we have held the top spot for nine years running (QS World University Ranking by Subject 2017–2025).
Our interdisciplinary curriculum covers science, technology, economics, social sciences, and innovation studies, helping you to develop joined-up solutions to complex global challenges.
The comprehensive focus of the course will give you a broad knowledge base and skill set in sustainability, helping you access a variety of sustainability roles across sectors.
Through various practical exercises, you’ll engage with real case studies, giving you hands-on experience of analysing sustainable development policies and strategies for varied organisations.

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Programme Structure

Modules include:

Sustainable Development: Politics and Policies

Science, Technology and Innovation

Policy Analysis

Understanding the Policy-Making Process

Key Perspectives in International Developments

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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There are six start dates every academic year, providing maximum flexibility for our students.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Brighton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Development Sustainable Development Environmental Economics & Policy View 29 other Masters in International Development in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above from any UK university or international equivalent.
Applicants whose first language is not English (and whose first degree was not taught in English) need to supply evidence of IELTS (Academic) high level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component).

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Tuition Fees

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6480 GBP / year

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6480 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Cost per 15 credit module: £1,055

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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