Development Economics

University of Sussex
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Accounting and financeEconomics

About this course

1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)

6th in the UK for our research impact in Economics and Econometrics in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)

16th in the UK for Economics and Econometrics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)

Gain a rigorous training in economics and development, and develop a thorough understanding of a wide range of economic theories, concepts and methods of analysis. Become a policy-oriented development economist in government, international development organisations, consultancies or prepare for PhD study.

On this course, you’ll benefit from our applied approach to teaching and research. You’ll engage in current debates, work with real data and begin to appreciate the nuances around economic problems and policies. There’s a particular focus on circumstances where markets are not well developed, institutions are weak or contested, or where high-quality data is scarce.

You’ll learn to:

  • design and evaluate policy

  • frame complex development challenges

  • communicate economic and technical analysis to specialist and non-specialist audiences

  • understand ethical standards and behaviours in research, analysis and policy

  • work effectively in diverse teams as well as in leadership roles.

    As well as gaining a solid grounding in micro- and macroeconomic theory, you’ll learn to analyse contemporary theory, debates and evidence on a wide range of development issues. You may also choose to do a placement to broaden your horizons and tailor the course to your interests.

    Accreditation You’ll join the EQUIS and AMBA-accredited University of Sussex Business School. Learn more about all of our course accreditations here. Find out more

    We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Brighton

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Brighton

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    4124 Finance officers
    3531 Brokers
    2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians
    3542 Importers and exporters
    2421 Chartered and certified accountants

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Accounting and finance, Economics