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Development Studies, MSc, SOAS University of London

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
MScFull-time, Part-time1 - 2 year find outGBP 14270 per yearGBP 23800 per year

About Development Studies, MSc - at SOAS University of London

The MSc Development Studies programme provides a solid interdisciplinary social science formation in development theory and practice and develops students' capacities for independent and critical analysis.

Development Studies is a dynamic field concerned with processes of change in the South -social and economic, political and cultural - and the major policy challenges they present to efforts to overcome poverty and insecurity.

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Highlights

  • the meanings of development and the challenges it faces
  • neoliberalism and its critiques
  • industrialisation, labour and capital
  • state failure, poverty and insecurity
  • gender and class analysis
  • NGOs, civil society and social movements
  • globalisation, commodity chains and trade
  • the agrarian question, peasantry and land

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Entry requirements

We will consider all applications with a 2:2 (or international equivalent) or higher in a relevant subject. In addition to degree classification we take into account other elements of the application such as supporting statement. References are optional, but can help build a stronger application if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications.

Fees, Funding and Scholarships at SOAS University of London

Curious minds shouldn’t be hemmed in by financial barriers.

At SOAS we wish to support all students to fulfil their potential. That’s why we offer a range of scholarships, bursaries, and awards to support undergraduate students through their studies.

You can find more information on our scholarships, and how to apply on the SOAS website.

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