International Development - MA

Program Overview

The MA International Development program provides a critical examination of global poverty, inequality, and development practices. Students explore theories, policies, and strategies through an interdisciplinary lens, developing practical skills in project design and evaluation.

Program Outline

The MA International Development postgraduate degree provides critical and analytical insights into the key debates, theories, policies, and practices of international development in the Global South and the Global North.

Objectives:

• Explore the politics of poverty and inequality in a globalized world.
• Gain insights into key debates, theories, policies, and practices of international development.
• Develop practical skills such as project design, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Prepare for a career in the not-for-profit and humanitarian sectors, or many other local, national, and international organizations.

Outline:

Content:

• Key concepts: power, poverty, inequality, international cooperation, and colonial legacy.
• Policies related to climate change, gender equality, social protection, and post-conflict reconstruction.

Structure:

• Three key pillars of international development: theory, policy, and practice.

Faculty:

• Dr. Solava Ibrahim (Course Leader)

Unique Approaches:

• Guest seminars with practitioners and activists in the field.
• Membership with Chatham House.
• Practice-based dissertation option.
• Humanitarian sector
• Local, national, and international organizations

Opportunities:

• Develop employability toolkit through the 'Development in Practice' module.
• Work experience opportunities with external partners through the practice-based dissertation option.
• Strengthen analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Enhance communication and research abilities.
• Gain experience working effectively as part of a team.

Other:

• Alumni Scholarship available for ARU graduates starting postgraduate courses, saving £400 on fees.
• Opportunity to continue academic career with a research program at ARU, such as the PhD International Relations.