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Overview

The Master's Programme in Education and Development is a one-year course focused on preparing students for careers in educational policy and development, particularly in the Global South. It covers key topics such as inclusive education, gender inequalities, and pedagogical reform, while promoting social justice and human rights. Students engage with a vibrant academic community and have opportunities to attend seminars and collaborate with UEA’s UNESCO Chair for Adult Literacy.

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. April 29, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Whole course
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Full-time Part-time
Channel Islands£10,850N/A
England£10,850N/A
Northern Ireland£10,850N/A
Scotland£10,850N/A
Wales£10,850N/A
International£22,700N/A

Requirements

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About

Overview

Explore a rewarding career in education and development with our one-year full-time MA Education and Development course. This programme prepares you for various roles in educational policy, programming, and development agencies, particularly in the Global South.

Course Highlights

  • Join a vibrant academic community focused on making a difference.
  • Examine the role of education in global development through various approaches, including:
    • Human rights
    • Social justice
    • Human capital theory
  • Understand current debates and global education goals and their implications for policy and practice.

Key Topics Covered

The course addresses current...

Subject Area Information

International Development is a multidisciplinary field that focuses on improving the quality of life in countries around the world, particularly in developing nations. This discipline encompasses a wide range of subjects, including economics, political science, sociology, public health, environmental studies, and more. Courses in international development aim to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and sustainable development.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to International Development

  • 2. Global Poverty and Inequality

  • 3. Sustainable Development

  • 4. Development Economics

  • 5. Public Health in Developing Countries

  • 6. Human Rights and Development

  • 7. Project Management for Development

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Analytical Skills
  • Research Skills
  • Project Management
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Policy Analysis

Career

Graduates of international development programs can pursue a variety of careers, including roles that involve advising, policy analysis, project management, humanitarian aid, research, public health, and environmental sustainability.

Potential Professions
  • Development Consultant

    Advising governments, NGOs, and international organizations on development strategies and projects.

  • Policy Analyst

    Working with think tanks, government agencies, or international bodies to develop and analyze policies.

  • Project Manager

    Leading development projects for NGOs, international organizations, or private sector firms.

  • Humanitarian Aid Worker

    Providing emergency assistance and support in crisis situations.

  • Researcher/Academic

    Conducting research and teaching in universities or research institutions.

  • Public Health Specialist

    Working on health initiatives in developing countries, often with organizations like WHO or UNICEF.

  • Environmental Specialist

    Focusing on sustainable development and environmental protection efforts.

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