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University of East Anglia UEA: Global Development Management
| Institution | University of East Anglia UEA View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Global Development |
| Web | https://www.uea.ac.uk |
| admissions@uea.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01603 591515 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Overview
If you're ready to launch or accelerate your career in development and humanitarian management, this rewarding course is your gateway to making a real impact. You’ll gain the practical skills and critical insight needed to navigate the complex challenges facing today’s global development sector.
Designed for aspiring professionals and changemakers, this programme empowers you to think strategically, act ethically, and lead with confidence. Practical issues are at the heart of this one-year full-time course. You’ll develop a rigorous critique of the ways NGOs and other agencies operate, along with a deep understanding of the political contexts of development. You'll also develop a strong conceptual understanding of key debates and issues in global development and gain technical skills in project design and project management.
This dynamic course is housed in the School of Global Development, a world-leading centre for research, teaching, and practice, ranked as the No. 1 Development Studies institution in the UK (REF 2021). The course focuses on addressing contemporary challenges in developing and transitioning economies through both disciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches. You'll consistently benefit from our research-led teaching, ensuring you're exposed to the latest thinking in the field.
Throughout the programme, you’ll be supported in developing your specialist areas of interest, with the flexibility to choose from a wide range of modules across disciplines such as economics, agricultural policy, media, environmental justice, climate change, gender, and education.
A Development Work Placement is a highly recommended alternative to a traditional dissertation. This opportunity allows you to work with a relevant organisation and produce an extended analytical report based on your experience. The placement enables you to apply and reflect on the theories and concepts covered throughout your studies, while gaining valuable insights into real-world humanitarian issues, the results agenda, project management systems, and other key areas within your chosen organisation.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Degree classification: UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent. Degree subject: Any subject area. |
| Location | University of East Anglia Norwich Research Park Norwich NR4 7TJ |
Fees
| England | 11400 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11400 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11400 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11400 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 23850 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Overview
If you’re seeking to start or advance a career in development and humanitarian management, this Master’s course will enable you to acquire the skills necessary to develop an informed and critical stance on the challenges facing the development sector.
Practical issues are at the heart of this one-year full-time MSc programme. You’ll develop a rigorous and deep critique of the ways NGOs and other agencies operate, along with an understanding of the political contexts of development. You'll develop a strong conceptual understanding of key debates and issues in international development. You’ll also gain technical skills in project design and project management.
Research in UEA’s renowned School of Global Development focuses on addressing contemporary challenges in developing and transitioning economies via disciplinary and multi-disciplinary approaches. You’ll consistently benefit from our excellent research-led teaching, ensuring you’ll encounter the latest thinking in the field.
Within the programme, you’ll be supported in developing complementary specialist areas of interest and you’ll have the flexibility to choose modules from a range of disciplines, including economics, agricultural policy, media, environmental justice, climate change, gender, and education.
A Development Work Placement is a strongly recommended option in the summer semester, as an alternative to a dissertation. You’ll be able to work with a relevant organisation, writing an extended analytical report on your experience. The placement will allow you to reflect on and apply the ideas and concepts you’ll have learned throughout your studies. You’ll be able to look at humanitarian issues, the results agenda, project management systems, and other key topics within your chosen organisation.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Degree classification: UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent. Degree subject: Any subject area. |
| Location | University of East Anglia Norwich Research Park Norwich NR4 7TJ |
Fees
| England | 10850 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 10850 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 10850 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 10850 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 22700 GBP for Whole course |
The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a world-renowned university known for its high standard of academic performance across both taught and research postgraduate courses. It is ranked as a UK Top 25 (Complete University Guide 2025) and UK Top 30 (The Mail 2025) institution.
Based in Norwich, in the county of Norfolk, the university has an excellent international reputation for the high quality of its research output. UEA is home to over 17,500 students, of which around 30% are postgraduate students. Our institution also provides a range of support through the Student Support Service, which is dedicated …
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