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Minor

International Development Studies

The minor International Development Studies give students insight into the history of international development, key theories and a wide range of relevant topics including poverty, inequality, politics, conflict and education.

For whom?

The minor is for students with an interest in:

  • international developmental issues
  • poverty and the global challenges of sustainable development
  • a career with an international focus

Please note that due to the minor starting in 2024-2025, the information in the 2023-2024 Course Catalogue may be outdated. For the most current programme and detailed course descriptions, refer to the 2024-2025 Course Catalogue from June onwards.

COURSES SEM 1 SEM 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 EC
  • International Development Studies
    12
  • Restricted-choice electives: IDS Elective:
    6
  • Environment & International Sustainable Development
    6
  • Geographies of Uneven Digitalization
    6
  • Restricted-choice electives: Disciplinary Elective:
    12
  • Geographies of Inequality
    12
  • Introduction to Conflict Studies
    12
  • Political Geography
    12
Compulsory course
Elective
Read more in the Course Catalogue (2023-2024)
Video minor International Development Studies

Related Master's programmes

This minor may serve as a good preparation for academic Bachelor’s students who want to apply for admission to the Master's in International Development Studies or the Research Master's in International Development Studies. Always check the entry requirements of the Master’s programme you are interested in.

Entry requirements

  • Students must have completed their first bachelor year.
  • Students from universities of applied sciences (HBO) must have completed their second bachelor year.

Application

  • Students can register for this minor by completing the webform in the Course Catalogue.
  • Students from other universities must first enrol as a minor student of the UvA on http://www.studielink.nl.
Facts & Figures
Credits
30 ECTS, one year
Language of instruction
English
Conditions for admission
Preliminary training necessary
Starts in
September