Global Development

Queen Mary University of London
Postgraduate MA Full-time 1 Year SociologyGeography

About this course

Explore the multiple connections (and disconnections) between countries of the Global North and the Global South. You will consider alternative future possibilities for international development in theory and practice, combining cutting-edge thinking on global development, economic geography, political economy, labour studies, globalisation and social change.

  • Gain a detailed understanding of development practices and experiences within different sites and spaces of the Global North and South

  • Gain insights into globalisation, migration studies, global politics as well as global urban justice development practice

  • Engage with academics in the School of Geography on their world-leading Economy, Development and Social Justice research theme

  • Enhance your practical skills in data collection, analysis and interpretation through an independent research project with the expert supervision of a specialist in your field
  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MA

    Location: Tower Hamlets

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MA

    Location: Tower Hamlets

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3544 Data analysts
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    4113 Officers of non-governmental organisations
    2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants
    2434 Business and related research professionals
    3543 Project support officers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MA
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Tower Hamlets
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology, Geography