24 International Development Master's degrees found
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24 International Development Master's degrees found
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Universidad Pontificia Comillas
Master's Degree in International Development Cooperation
- Madrid, Spain
Master
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
Spanish
This is a multidisciplinary master's degree in professional skills, which offers you an introduction to research to access a doctorate in international cooperation. You will acquire the skills necessary to work within national and international, public and private organisations, NGOs and NGDOs, regardless of the path you choose.
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Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences
Impact MSc in Data Science for Sustainable Development
- Online
MSc
Part time
18 months
Distance Learning
English, German
In today’s data-driven world, solving modern challenges requires advanced analytical skills. Tomorrow University's Master of Science program will equip you with the practical skills and specialist knowledge in data science to address environmental and social challenges. With an expert focus on data science fundamentals, sustainability analysis, predictive modelling, advanced statistics, and machine learning techniques, this program prepares you to create impactful sustainability solutions.
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University of Birmingham - College of Social Sciences
MSc in International Development
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Explore global poverty solutions with our MSc in International Development. Combine theoretical and practical teaching, gain critical insights, and receive personalised support from expert faculty in a supportive and diverse academic community.
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American University
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Master of Arts in International Development
- Washington, USA
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
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For more than 40 years, the MA in International Development (MAID) has trained graduates to create opportunities for those in need of change, to search for solutions to the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges, and to address complex global issues. MAID is one of the best-established development programs in the United States and prepares students to meaningfully participate in driving socioeconomic, political, and environmental development throughout the world. MAID is unique in its balance of practice and theory, its emphasis on the links between the global and local, and its dedication to equipping graduates to become effective and ethical agents of change.
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International University of Japan
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MA in International Development
- Niigata, Japan
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
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This degree program is designed to educate future leaders in formulating and implementing economic as well as public policies geared for social and economic development.
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Friedensau Adventist University
Master of Arts in Development Studies
- Möckern, Germany
MA
Full time
4 semesters
On-Campus
English
The M.A. Development has a specific focus on issues around global justice. Students learn about relevant theories as well as the practical realities of the development/aid industry. Everyone is required to do an internship and can choose a field of concentration such as gender, sustainability and migration.
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University of Pavia
Post-Graduate Program in Cooperation and Development
- Pavia, Italy
Master
Full time
15 months
On-Campus
English
The Post-Graduate Program in Cooperation and Development is a full-time program aimed at training professionals in the field of international cooperation through highly qualified academic and professional training. Students are prepared to work in institutions like Non-Governmental Organizations, International Organizations, Governmental Bureaus, Research Centers, other public or private institutions.
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Turin School of Development (International Training Centre of the ILO)
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Master in Technologies for Sustainable transitions in the Global South
- Turin, Italy
- Online Italy
Master
Full time
1 year
Blended
English
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The Specializing Master’s programme (1st level) in Technologies for Sustainable Transitions in the Global South is a pioneering academic venture, born from the joint efforts of the Turin School of Development of the International Training Centre of the International Labour Organization (ITC-ILO) and the Politecnico di Torino.
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Swansea University
MSc Sustainable Engineering Management
- Swansea, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
The MSc in Sustainable Engineering Management For International Development is a highly applied course with taught elements and a substantial project deliverable.
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Linnaeus University
Peace and Development Work
- Växjö, Sweden
Master
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
This inspiring and interdisciplinary master's program from Linnaeus Universityis designed for those passionate about peace, development and international development co-operation. It explores the relationship between poverty, conflicts and sustainable development, and considers political room formanoeuvre for change.Students will analyze current research along with practical work carried out by international institutions, non-governmental organisations and social movements. When working on the final thesis, students may work together with an organization or conduct a field study in a developing country, providing the opportunity to discuss how development issues can be solved in real politics.
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Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Specializing Master in International Cooperation and Development
- Milan, Italy
Master
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The ASERI Master's Course in International Cooperation and Development offers a privileged framework for interdisciplinary analysis of the global situation, among a group of international students, scholars, and professionals. We explore tentative solutions to world problems, through the coordinated efforts of governmental and non-governmental actors
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Goldsmiths, University of London
MA Politics, Development and the Global South
MA
Full time, Part time
On-Campus
English
How can (and should) we talk about the challenges and possibilities for development in the 21st century? This degree examines how 21st century development has become a site of struggle, one where new forms of politics and theory have emerged.
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University of Bristol - Social Sciences
MSc International Development
- Bristol, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The MSc International Development This programme is designed for anyone involved in conceptualising or administering policies related to the Global Development Challenges. It is especially suitable if you are already involved in planning development strategies, currently working for a non-governmental or governmental organisation in the development field, or planning for a career in development.
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SOAS University of London
MPhil/PhD in International Development
- London, United Kingdom
Master
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
Study our on-campus MPhil/PhD in International Development Studies at SOAS to realise your potential to define and solve pressing global forces and transform the world with your research impact. As a PhD researcher, you’ll join our renowned globally diverse research community with access to research and teaching opportunities, as well as a substantial series of seminars presented by leading development professionals and practitioners.
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University of Milan
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Master's Degree in Global Environment and Development
- Milan, Italy
Master
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
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This Global Environment and Development programme, entirely delivered in English, is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master. While the first year is taught at the University of Copenhagen, two curricula are then provided: Agricultural Development (at the University of Milan) and Sustainable Environmental Development (at the University of Warsaw). The course aims to create globally competitive graduates who can identify critical aspects of sustainable natural resource management for economic, environmental, institutional, and societal development and develop sustainable, appropriate, and feasible solutions.
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Master Programs in Social Sciences Development Studies International Development
International Development is a field that aims to tackle pressing global issues, such as poverty, inequality, conflict, and environmental sustainability.
Throughout the program, you'll gain insights into economic theories and policies that influence growth, poverty alleviation, and income distribution in developing nations. You'll also explore how political institutions, public policies, and power dynamics impact developmental outcomes. The curriculum covers additional topics such as environmental sustainability, project management, and sociology.
Upon graduating with an International Development degree, you'll have access to diverse career opportunities across various sectors, including government, international organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), academia, and the private sector.
The comprehensive knowledge and skills you acquire in this field will prepare you to make a significant impact on the lives of people in developing countries.
Master-level studies involve specialized study in a field of research or an area of professional practice. Earning a master’s degree demonstrates a higher level of mastery of the subject.
Earning a master’s degree can take anywhere from a year to three or four years. Before you can graduate, you usually must write and defend a thesis, a long paper that is the culmination of your specialized research.