Global Development

This degree immerses you in critical debates on global development and the practices of the global development industry. You will explore the politics of inequality, poverty, economic and social development. You will also learn how the global development industry works to address these issues we link theory to practice in all elements of the degree programme. Core modules in the programme build your understanding of definitions and patterns of global development. We engage with the colonial foundations of the contemporary world and link these to current global initiatives such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). You will also develop a critical understanding of how global development agencies design and deliver their programmes.

• Study in our world ranked School of Politics and International Studies.

• Critically explore political, economic and social global dynamics..

• Learn from influential academics who are helping to shape policy and practice and hear from inspiring guest speakers.

• Spend a semester abroad, with an opportunity to study at the University of Ghana in your second year (subject to availability at the time).

• Get the opportunity to study abroad for a year and develop an international perspective or undertake a work placement to gain practical experience.

• Add an analytical focus to your degree with the opportunity to apply for a Quantitative Research Methods pathway, helping you develop advanced analytical skills that are in high demand by employers worldwide.

Join our powerful learning network

Our Centre for Global Development brings together our Global Development teaching team, comprised of academics who are leaders in their fields. Many have advised governments, NGOs and international organisations in their specialist areas, and have experience of living, researching and conducting fieldwork in the Global South.

This course has strong connections to active research centres across the University that are involved in teaching, researching and debating international development topics. You’ll have the chance to get engaged with units such as the Leeds Social Science Institute (LSSI) and the Leeds University Centre for African Studies (LUCAS).