Overview
The International Development programme from Maynooth University offers learners an opportunity to explore contemporary theories of social change and development and to critically analyse development policies and practices. It builds skills, especially in relation to critical reflection, research, leadership and working with groups and in the planning, management and evaluation of development projects.
Key Features
- It is aimed at advanced level learners who hold a primary degree or equivalent qualifications and who have experience of working in a development context in Ireland or in other countries in the Global North or South.
- Particularly welcome are leaders, facilitators and managers of community development projects, government and development agency staff, people involved in pastoral ministry, researchers, development educators, volunteers and activists.
- This course is also relevant to academics in the countries of the Global South engaged in teaching and research in development. Places are also retained for recent graduates who wish to study further before embarking on a career in development work.
Career Options
- Graduates of this International Development programme from Maynooth University are well placed to pursue a career in development and humanitarian related field either overseas or in Ireland, including both hands on management/field positions overseas, support roles in head offices and/or working in the development education sphere domestically.
- The course is appropriate for those already working in the sector but looking to upskillÂ, those recently returned from overseas work or volunteer experiences or those contemplating a career in the sector.
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Courses include:
- Gender, Identity and Inclusion
- Critical Learning and Participatory Development Practice
- Managing Development Organisations
- Anthropology and Development
- Human Security and Conflict Intervention
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
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Campus Location
- Maynooth, Ireland
Disciplines
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General requirements
- Applicants must hold a minimum of a bachelor Honours degree (NFQ Level 8) (or equivalent) with a minimum of second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in a development-related discipline (e.g. agricultural science, anthropology, economics, education, engineering, geography, health-related discipline, nutrition, rural development, sociology or other social science etc.) or a recognised international equivalent.
- Those with a professional background in work related to international development are particularly welcome to apply.
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Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals5900 EUR / year≈ 5900 EUR / year
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