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    MSc International Development

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    Bristol, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £30,100.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    MSc International Development at University of Bristol is a 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Bristol, GB. Tuition is £30,100.

    About the program

    The program examines development theory, planning processes including aid regimes and poverty reduction, and policy delivery through political structures and NGOs. It explores linkages among conflict, security, and development with case-based teaching on topics like colonial legacies and peacekeeping.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 27, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 88 overall with R22, L21, S23, W22 (tests up to 20 Jan 2026); profile level C
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall with 6.5 in all skills; profile level C

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £14,664.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSc International Development at University of Bristol cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSc International Development at University of Bristol is £30,100.
    Is MSc International Development at University of Bristol online or in-person?
    MSc International Development at University of Bristol is offered in-person.
    How long does MSc International Development at University of Bristol take to complete?
    MSc International Development at University of Bristol is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for MSc International Development at University of Bristol?
    Per the program's published guidance: upper second-class honours degree (2:1)
    What work-permit options follow MSc International Development at University of Bristol?
    Post-completion work rights for MSc International Development at University of Bristol: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)