MA Development Studies

Main Campus Woudestein, Rotterdam, Netherlands

Shortlist

# 24QS Subject Rankings

16 monthsProgram duration

17,500 EURTuition Fee/year

01 Jul, 2023Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Development Studies

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

In the MA programme you learn about the most recent theories and debates in development studies and you learn to apply this knowledge to practical issues of development and social change.

Why study this programme?

The programme is invaluable to young and mid-career professionals currently working in the government sector, national or international NGOs and staff of Southern and Northern universities focusing on Development Studies.

Career prospectives

ISS students are young and mid-career professionals who often return to their previous job or make a career move after completing their studies.

Program overview

Main Subject

Development Studies

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

In the MA programme you learn about the most recent theories and debates in development studies and you learn to apply this knowledge to practical issues of development and social change.

Why study this programme?

Career prospectives

ISS students are young and mid-career professionals who often return to their previous job or make a career move after completing their studies.

TOEFL

92+

IELTS

6.5+

Applicants are required to have a Bachelor degree in one of the social sciences or equivalent, comprising at least three years studies at a recognised university or institute of higher education. They must have obtained at least class 2.2 (Lower Second), B or equivalent, but preferably class 2.1 (Upper Second), B+ or equivalent. Applicants from India with a BA degree from a four or five star university, as determined by the NAAC are admissible. Other Indian applicants, as well as applicants from Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal and Pakistan are required to have an MA degree.
Professional experience relevant to the Major which the applicant wishes to study is normally expected and is a preference for admission.
Applicants who are not native English speakers are required to demonstrate their proficiency. Thus on application for admittance to an ISS programme, students must provide a certificate from TOEFL (PBT-580, CBT-237, iBT 92) or IELTS academic test 6.5. ISS does not require a language certificate from native English speakers from the following countries: Australia, Botswana, Canada, Cameroon (English-speaking region), Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, India, Ireland, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda (English-speaking region), South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Application Deadline

01 Jul 2023

Program Duration

16 Months

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fee and scholarships

Tuition Fee
Scholarships

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

17,500 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

17,500 EUR

Other Expenses

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

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MA Development Studies

Main Campus Woudestein, Rotterdam, Netherlands

# 24QS Subject Rankings

16 monthsProgram duration

17,500 EURTuition Fee/year

01 Jul, 2023Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Admission requirements

Exam Scores

Important Dates

Tuition fee and scholarships

Tuition Fee

Scholarships

Domestic Students

International Students

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