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PhD of International Development
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A one-year taught masters preparing graduates for international development work.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying International Development can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
- Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
- Audience and ethical considerations
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Development and humanitarian careers overseas or in Ireland
- Field management
- Head-office support
- Development education
Curriculum
- Ninety ECTS: four compulsory taught modules (35 credits) on contemporary global issues or development theory
- Participatory development practice
- Gender
- Identity and inclusion
- And research methods
- Plus optional modules and a dissertation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Course page entry requirement: A good Honours Degree in a relevant field. International applicants use country-specific equivalents listed on the course page and must show English proficiency.
Accepted academic background
Good honours degree and/or master's degree in a relevant subject, Research proposal and supervisor for self-funded projects.
Documents you’ll need
- Degree Certificates
- Academic Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- Research Proposal
- Academic References
- English Proficiency Results if required.
How to apply
- Review the research degree entry requirements and identify a suitable supervisor where necessary. Prepare transcripts
- Qualifications
- A research proposal and supporting evidence requested for your subject. Submit the research application and respond to any follow-up requests. Accept an offer and complete immigration arrangements if needed.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £24,000 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £34,827 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Birmingham |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Social Sciences |
| Department | Politics Development and International Relations |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is £24,000 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £34,827 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.

