MSc Global Development Management

If you're ready to launch or accelerate your career in development and humanitarian management, this rewarding course is your gateway to making a real impact. You’ll gain the practical skills and critical insight needed to navigate the complex challenges facing today’s global development sector. Designed for aspiring professionals and changemakers, this programme empowers you to think strategically, act ethically, and lead with confidence. Practical issues are at the heart of this one-year full-time course. You’ll develop a rigorous critique of the ways NGOs and other agencies operate, along with a deep understanding of the political contexts of development. You'll also develop a strong conceptual understanding of key debates and issues in global development and gain technical skills in project design and project management. This dynamic course is housed in the School of Global Development, a world-leading centre for research, teaching, and practice, ranked as the No. 1 Development Studies institution in the UK (REF 2021). The course focuses on addressing contemporary challenges in developing and transitioning economies through both disciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches. You'll consistently benefit from our research-led teaching, ensuring you're exposed to the latest thinking in the field.

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)

International students: £23,850 per year

UK students: £11,400 per year

UK/Home: £11,400 per year

International: £23,850 per year

September 2026

Rolling admissions - apply early

• Norwich Research Park, Norwich, United Kingdom