Study theories of development from 1945 to today, through the lens of poverty and inequality. Benefit from expert teaching, global perspectives, and practical skills to lead to impactful careers in international development.
I completed my undergraduate degree in Political Science, but I had always been eager to transition into the field of development. Being offered a scholarship to study Development Policy and Politics therefore felt like a natural next step. The programme builds on my academic foundation while exposing me to practical and policy-oriented dimensions of development. As a youth advocate for gender equality and women’s rights, I was particularly drawn to exploring the gender dynamics within development practice.
Our MSc in Poverty, Inequality and Development empowers you with critical insights and practical skills to drive meaningful change in the world of global development, preparing you for impactful leadership in NGOs, governmental agencies, and other international development organisations.
This course will run over 12 months in a full-time-mode. There is also scope to undertake the programme on a part-time basis for Home students.
Explore two core 20-credit modules delving into critical perspectives on international development, analysing theories and applications in economic, social, and political contexts. Investigate how intersecting social differences impact poverty and inequality, focusing on participation and social movements in development. Customise your studies with 100 credits from our optional modules in International Development, with assessments including coursework, exams, and presentations scheduled throughout the term.
Study a combination of optional modules to gather a total of 100 credits from our list of International Development modules. Examinations will take place throughout the term as courseworks, written exams and/or presentations.
During this term, you will be completing assignments and focusing on your 60-credit research dissertation project.
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To gain a place at Birmingham you will need to meet our general entry requirements, as well as those specific to your course. Your application will be reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer.
Students who have not studied in English must pass a recognised English test. For more information on what proof you will need, visit our International Postgraduate requirements page
If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term. Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.