PG Cert International Development and Social Justice at Birkbeck, University of London

Programme overview

This course in international development and social justice is unique in its exploration of the structures, theories and histories that shape international development.

Faculty: School of Social Sciences | Duration: One year part-time, on campus; One year part-time, online; One year part-time, flexible learning | Study mode: part-time, online option | Intake: October 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course introduces you to key approaches to international development and social justice and equips you with the specific skills required to conduct development research. It offers you a comprehensive understanding of themes including: childhood and international development; cities in the Global South; climate justice; development as colonialism; diasporas; gender, sexualities and development; global health; the political economy of aid; racism and international development; and social movements and revolutions. Compulsory modules include International Development and Social Justice, Research Methods.

Career pathways

Some of our graduates from this course have gone on to be employed at the following organisations: UNICEF, UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Oxfam, Water Aid.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in social sciences or humanities. Other applicants will also be considered. Previous experience or study of development issues may be an advantage. English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 3,890 a year (2027/28). Part-time home students; One year part-time, on campus, starting in October 2027 Source

International applicants: GBP 7,260 a year (2027/28). Part-time international students; One year part-time, on campus, starting in October 2027 Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: One year part-time, on campus; One year part-time, online; One year part-time, flexible learning

Apply through the official page: https://www.bbk.ac.uk/student-services/admissions/postgraduate/applications

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