Overview

Development Studies from ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon, seeks to understand the enduring problems in the real and current world and therefore its study plan follows an interdisciplinary theoretical, methodological and empirical approach accompanied by a constant reflection on concepts such as justice, freedom, equality, solidarity, inclusion and ecological sustainability.

Key facts

The MSc in Development Studies aims to equip students with analytical skills and practical tools that offer them the opportunity to build a systemic reading of the complex uncertainty faced by all. With these skills, our students are expected to seek their own path as engaged and active citizens in local, national and global processes of change.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anthropology and Developement
Development Policy, Politics and Power
Modernity and Development
State and Development
Theories of Development
Communication for Development and Social Change
Global Development Project Planning and Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-24 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Developmental Psychology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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80

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6.5

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General requirements

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Copy of citizen card or passport
Bachelor diploma with final grade* 
Transcripts of records with all courses and grades
Curriculum vitae  
Letter of motivation (filled in at the application platform)

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

3500 EUR / year

≈ 3500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2500 EUR / year

≈ 2500 EUR / year

Additional Details

Tuitions EU Students:

2nd Year: 1250.00€

Tuitions Students outside EU:

2nd Year: 1600.00 €

Living costs

Lisbon

Portugal

630 - 1123 EUR / 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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Additional Details

Living costs

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Funding

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