Globalisation and Development Studies (MA) at Liverpool Hope University

Programme overview

If you are interested in the impact of key political figures like Donald Trump or Elon Musk on the global political layout, or keen to discuss the decline of the Western-led world-order or trade wars with China, then this is the course for you. MA Globalisation and Development Studies is one of three new MA pathways designed by the Social Sciences MA team at Liverpool Hope.

Faculty: School of Education and Social Sciences | Duration: 12 months (full-time); 27 months (part-time) | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: January 2027 & September 2027 | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Advanced Research for Social Change (30 credits) – This module trains the students to use research methods in order to create socially relevant and socially transformative research. Here, the students will learn about a diverse range of innovative research techniques and become equipped with the skills to design a high-quality research dissertation.

Career pathways

Students with an MA degree in Globalisation and Development Studies can gain access to a wide variety of leadership roles, including jobs in global organisations such as the United Nations institutions, international NGO’s, charities, and civil society.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a Second-Class Honours degree in a relevant discipline awarded by a UK university, or an equivalent higher education qualification. For students whose first language is not English there is a language requirement of IELTS 6.0 overall.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,150 a year (2026/27). Home (UK) tuition Source

International applicants: GBP 16,500 a year (2026/27). International tuition Source

Intake: January 2027 & September 2027

Duration: 12 months (full-time); 27 months (part-time)

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