International Education and Development MA at University of Sussex

Programme overview

Explore how education drives social change in the Global South. Learn to design and establish real-world development challenges. Explore how education shapes international development, and its role in tackling poverty, inequality and social injustice. Combining theory and practice, you’ll gain the knowledge, critical thinking and reflective skills to enhance your career. With a reputation established over three decades, this course is highly regarded internationally.

Department: Department of Education | Duration: 1 year full time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: All year, Academic and Research Skills MAIED, Policy and Practice Issues in International Education and Development, Theories of International Education and Development.

Career pathways

This vibrant research hub has a global reputation with leaders in their field influencing global education and development policies around the world. When you graduate, you’ll be ready for a career in international development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You should normally have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should preferably be in education, development studies or a social science. You may also be considered for the course if you have a qualification in another subject area or work experience in the development sector or teaching. English language: IELTS (Academic) High level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component). Apply by 1 August 2027 (international), 1 September 2027 (UK).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,600 a year. for full-time students Source

International applicants: GBP 24,200 a year. for full-time students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/apply

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