MSc International Development (Distance Learning) at University of Portsmouth

Gain a Master's in International Development online over one or two years, and graduate ready for an international development career with an NGO, charity or private sector organisation. Keep working toward a better world, and creating a vision of what a fairer, interconnected global community could be, with this interdisciplinary Master's in International Development. The University of Portsmouth is ranked the number 1 modern university for research quality in Area Studies.

Duration: 1 year full-time by distance learning; 2 years part-time by distance learning  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Intake: January 2027 / September 2027 / January 2028  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Dissertation Msc International Development; Theory and Practice of Development; Applied Research Methods for Development (distance Learning); Researching International Relations and International Development (distance Learning); Contemporary Issues in Global Health (distance Learning); Gender and Social Justice (distance Learning); Education and Development; Migration and Human Insecurity.

Career pathways

Graduate roles include You'll also be well placed for doctoral research in the field., Policy manager, Evaluation officer.

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