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    Global Development MA

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    Leeds, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £28,250.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    Global Development MA at University of Leeds is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Leeds, GB. Tuition is £28,250.

    About the program

    Examines political, economic, and socio-cultural transformations in the Global South, inter-relationships between global, national and local actors in development strategies, and progress towards international development goals. Includes compulsory modules on global challenges like inequality, health, education, gender, and a dissertation.

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    18th in the world for Development Studies (QS World Rankings by Subject 2026)

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    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    $10,539.00
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    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 Global Development MA at University of Leeds cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Global Development MA at University of Leeds is £28,250 across 180 required credits.
    Is Global Development MA at University of Leeds online or in-person?
    Global Development MA at University of Leeds is offered in-person.
    How long does Global Development MA at University of Leeds take to complete?
    Global Development MA at University of Leeds is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Global Development MA at University of Leeds?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 (hons)
    What work-permit options follow Global Development MA at University of Leeds?
    Post-completion work rights for Global Development MA at University of Leeds: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)