Course summary
MSc Global Development (Politics, Governance and Development Policy) is a forward-thinking course that critically examines the intricate relationships between politics, governance, and development policy in the Global South. It provides students with the tools to analyse and address the political dimensions that underpin and influence development outcomes, equipping them to engage with one of the most critical issues on the international development agenda. Core Focus: Politics, Governance, and Development Policy The course focuses on the barriers and pathways toward achieving more legitimate, democratic, and pro-poor governance across global, national, and local levels. It interrogates how political institutions, processes, and power dynamics influence development outcomes, as well as the evolution of governance as a central theme in international development since the 1980s, from discursive paradigms to material interventions. The MSc Global Development (Politics, Governance and Development Policy) provides a unique platform for understanding and addressing the political complexities of development. By encouraging students with critical knowledge, analytical skills, and practical expertise, it prepares them to lead in crafting innovative solutions to the governance and policy challenges facing the Global South, advancing more just and democratic development outcomes.
Entry requirements
We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved, your academic references and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification.
English language requirements
For the latest information on demonstrating your English proficiency for those whose first language is not English, please see our language requirements . This programme accepts successful completion of the 6-weeks pre-sessional English language course. We accept the following qualifications which must be valid on the start date of the Master's course. Pre-sessional 6-weeks course requirement IELTS UKVI or Academic 6.5 Overall with 6.5 in Writing and Speaking, and 6.0 in Listening and Reading OR IELTS UKVI or Academic 7.0 Overall with 6.5 in Writing or Speaking and no other sub-skill below 6.0 TOEFL iBT 90 Overall with 22 in Writing and Speaking, and 20 in Listening and Reading OR TOEFL iBT 100 Overall with 22 in Writing or Speaking and no other sub-skill below 20 Pearson PTE Academic UKVI or Academic 70 Overall with 70 in Writing and Speaking, and 65 in Listening and Reading OR Pearson PTE Academic UKVI or Academic 76 Overall with 70 in Writing or Speaking and no other sub-skill below 65
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL