International Development Studies
The Master's in International Development Studies examines global inequalities and the complex processes behind them. You explore the causes and consequences of poverty, conflict, social and gender inequality, and environmental challenges. By studying the connections between local, national and global developments, you learn how to contribute to sustainable and inclusive change.
Language of instruction
English
Mode
Full-time
Location
🎓 Fieldwork abroad
Nov02
Master's Week: 2-6 Nov
Feb08
Master's Week 8 -11 Feb
Here's why you want to study International Development Studies
Doing fieldwork abroad
You do research by yourself or with a fixed partner of International Development Studies abroad or in the Netherlands
Critically engaging in IDS theories and debates
You are encouraged to critically engage in the main debates in international development, exploring its history and current challenges.
Multidisciplinary programme
Gain better understanding of the international development field by learning from different disciplines: politics, geography, anthropology, history, economics, sociology etc.
Is International Development Studies right for you?
Are you interested in:
- History and theories of development
- The multi-scalar context of development processes and issues which recognises the links between the global, national, urban and local levels
- Innovative and research-based teaching to familiarise students with the changing research context and emerging issues of development.
Then International Development Studies might be the right programme for you!
Facts & Figures
- Degree programme
- MSc International Development Studies
- Type
- Regular study programme
- Mode
- Full-time
- Credits
- 60 ECTS, 12 months
- Language of instruction
- English
- Starts in
- September
- RIO code
- 60329
- Location
- Roeterseiland campus