Deepen your understanding of international development, cross-cultural communication, entrepreneurship, and education. Our Master's in International Development and Education with Cross-Cultural Communication takes a multidisciplinary approach. You will examine global change through different perspectives, including:
The program equips you with skills to tackle complex global challenges. It prepares you to work effectively across diverse cultural and educational contexts.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) run through the modules. This helps you understand where the world is today in working toward a better future for people and the planet by 2030. You will also explore current debates about how education contributes to the development process.
On this MA you’ll:
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