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University of Brighton: Sport and International Development
Institution | University of Brighton View institution profile |
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Department | School of Sport and Health Sciences |
Web | https://www.brighton.ac.uk |
Telephone | 01273 644644 |
Study type | Taught |
Master of Research - MRes
Summary
**This MRes programme is dedicated to the development of professionally based research skills in the sport for development sector.**
The course focuses upon the concepts, practices, evidence and organisational knowledge in which sport is used to tackle a range of social welfare issues, and how development has come about through sport policy worldwide.
A particular focus of the course is on the evolving role of sport in the field of international development and this is brought to life by practical work with NGOs and other organisations.
It considers the conceptual and ideological dimensions of this rapidly expanding sector, and looks to evaluate those action-based interventions that aim to address inequalities and ameliorate conflict in seriously divided societies.
The course is led by Dr Thomas Carter, who is a leading authority in this area with his work on labour migration, human trafficking, and governance in sport.
Dr Carter heads a group of internationally renowned staff with a variety of research interests, including Professor John Sugden who is internationally renowned for his work in the field of sport for development and peace.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Location | Eastbourne Campus Robert Dodd Building 49 Darley Raod Eastbourne BN20 7UR |
Summary
**This MRes programme is dedicated to the development of professionally based research skills in the sport for development sector.**
The course focuses upon the concepts, practices, evidence and organisational knowledge in which sport is used to tackle a range of social welfare issues, and how development has come about through sport policy worldwide.
A particular focus of the course is on the evolving role of sport in the field of international development and this is brought to life by practical work with NGOs and other organisations.
It considers the conceptual and ideological dimensions of this rapidly expanding sector, and looks to evaluate those action-based interventions that aim to address inequalities and ameliorate conflict in seriously divided societies.
The course is led by Dr Thomas Carter, who is a leading authority in this area with his work on labour migration, human trafficking, and governance in sport.
Dr Carter heads a group of internationally renowned staff with a variety of research interests, including Professor John Sugden who is internationally renowned for his work in the field of sport for development and peace.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Location | Eastbourne Campus Robert Dodd Building 49 Darley Raod Eastbourne BN20 7UR |
Summary
**This MRes programme is dedicated to the development of professionally based research skills in the sport for development sector.**
The course focuses upon the concepts, practices, evidence and organisational knowledge in which sport is used to tackle a range of social welfare issues, and how development has come about through sport policy worldwide.
A particular focus of the course is on the evolving role of sport in the field of international development and this is brought to life by practical work with NGOs and other organisations.
It considers the conceptual and ideological dimensions of this rapidly expanding sector, and looks to evaluate those action-based interventions that aim to address inequalities and ameliorate conflict in seriously divided societies.
The course is led by Dr Thomas Carter, who is a leading authority in this area with his work on labour migration, human trafficking, and governance in sport.
Dr Carter heads a group of internationally renowned staff with a variety of research interests, including Professor John Sugden who is internationally renowned for his work in the field of sport for development and peace.
**Campus where this course is taught**
Our Eastbourne-based courses will move to the Falmer, Brighton campus from the academic year 2024–2025. Students starting this course in September 2022 or September 2023 will be based at our Falmer, Brighton campus from September 2024 if they are still studying.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Location | Eastbourne Campus Robert Dodd Building 49 Darley Raod Eastbourne BN20 7UR |
Fees
England | 7866 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 7866 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 7866 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 7866 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 15462 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**This MRes programme is dedicated to the development of professionally based research skills in the sport for development sector.**
The course focuses upon the concepts, practices, evidence and organisational knowledge in which sport is used to tackle a range of social welfare issues, and how development has come about through sport policy worldwide.
A particular focus of the course is on the evolving role of sport in the field of international development and this is brought to life by practical work with NGOs and other organisations.
It considers the conceptual and ideological dimensions of this rapidly expanding sector, and looks to evaluate those action-based interventions that aim to address inequalities and ameliorate conflict in seriously divided societies.
The course is led by Dr Thomas Carter, who is a leading authority in this area with his work on labour migration, human trafficking, and governance in sport.
Dr Carter heads a group of internationally renowned staff with a variety of research interests, including Professor John Sugden who is internationally renowned for his work in the field of sport for development and peace.
**Campus where this course is taught**
Our Eastbourne-based courses will move to the Falmer, Brighton campus from the academic year 2024–2025. Students starting this course in September 2022 or September 2023 will be based at our Falmer, Brighton campus from September 2024 if they are still studying.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Location | Eastbourne Campus Robert Dodd Building 49 Darley Raod Eastbourne BN20 7UR |
Fees
England | 7866 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
Northern Ireland | 7866 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 7866 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 7866 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 15462 GBP for Year 1 |

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