The Global Development MA at the University of Westminster is designed for aspiring professionals and critical thinkers eager to address complex global challenges in development, social justice, and sustainability. You will explore the political economy of development, international relations, and human geography, gaining a deep understanding of the theories, concepts, and ethical considerations underpinning global development. This postgraduate programme equips you with the analytical and practical skills necessary to identify key issues, evaluate contemporary controversies, and contribute meaningfully to sustainable development futures.
This one-year, full-time, on-campus MA programme immerses you in a practical, skill-based learning environment. You will engage with core modules such as Development Policy and Practice and Global Political Economy, alongside optional subjects like Gender, Sexuality and International Relations or Migration and Development. Through advanced training in research methods, problem-solving, and collaborative work, you will prepare for a career impacting global change. You will graduate with enhanced graduate attributes and professional learning outcomes, ready for roles in international organisations, NGOs, policy analysis, and research.