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    Africa and International Development MSc

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    Edinburgh, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £28,800.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    38%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    £50.00
    App fee

    Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh is a 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Edinburgh, GB. Tuition is £28,800.

    About the program

    The program provides interdisciplinary and regional expertise on Africa combined with critical knowledge of international development theory, policy, and practice. It covers development dynamics in African societies and how international politics shape development policy and research in and outside the region.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 26, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition) before 21 January 2026: total 100 with at least 20 in each component. TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition) from 21 January 2026: total 5.0 with at least 4.0 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 6.0 in each component. We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £27,960.00
    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 Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh is £28,800.
    Is Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh online or in-person?
    Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh is offered in-person.
    How long does Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh take to complete?
    Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 honours degree
    How competitive is Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh?
    Africa and International Development MSc at University of Edinburgh reports an acceptance rate of approximately 38%.