The Development Practice (M.Sc.) at Trinity College Dublin offers a unique postgraduate pathway for those seeking to address complex global challenges. You will delve into critical areas such as globalisation and African development, smart and sustainable eco-cities, impact measurement, and climate change, gaining specialist skills in fields vital to contemporary development. This Master's degree is ideal for recent graduates and early to mid-career professionals from diverse backgrounds, including engineering, international relations, and natural sciences, who are eager to develop a robust understanding of sustainable development practice.
This full-time, on-campus Master's programme is structured over one year, requiring 90 ECTS with coursework and a significant dissertation component, including fieldwork preparation. You will engage with modules covering qualitative research methods, development economics, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), alongside an optional Global Classroom module. A key feature is the opportunity to undertake a research or practice-based placement, potentially internationally, to gather data for your dissertation. You will graduate with the practical and theoretical expertise to pursue impactful careers with international organisations and NGOs.