MSc Global Development (Globalisation, Trade & Industry) at University of Manchester

A specialised and unique course analysing industrial development strategies, international trade policies and their implications. Develop the skills to understand how globalisation, trade and industry shape development across countries. Prepare for careers in government, international organisations, NGOs, the private sector, research and policy-focused roles.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Environment, Education and Development  |  Duration: 1 Year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A master’s degree is formed of 180 credits. 120 of these credits are made up by a mix of mandatory and optional course units, with 60 credits taken in each semester. The availability of individual course units may be subject to change. Compulsory units include Industrial Competitiveness and Global Transformation, Globalisation, Trade and Development, Development Fundamentals, Development Fieldwork, Global Development Challenges, Dissertation MSc in Global Development.

Career pathways

Graduates develop analytical, research and communication skills that are valued across global development, trade, industry, policy, research and international development roles. You will also build transferable skills in evidence-gathering, critical analysis, teamwork and independent research.

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