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    Social Development MA

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    Brighton, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £23,500.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    Social Development MA at University of Sussex is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in Brighton, GB. Tuition is £23,500.

    About the program

    Explores social dynamics and human relations in international development, covering challenges like poverty, inequality, aid, humanitarianism, human rights, empowerment, education, employment, sustainability and climate change. Students specialise in topics such as childhood, youth, education, sustainable livelihoods, mobility and migration.

    Focus: both
    1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) | 10 (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025, for Social Sciences)
    Part-time option

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    Graduate Route (UK): 2 years to work or look for work for a Master’s graduate.

    $14,000.00
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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 Social Development MA at University of Sussex cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Social Development MA at University of Sussex is £23,500.
    Is Social Development MA at University of Sussex online or in-person?
    Social Development MA at University of Sussex is offered in-person.
    How long does Social Development MA at University of Sussex take to complete?
    Social Development MA at University of Sussex is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Social Development MA at University of Sussex?
    Per the program's published guidance: upper second-class (2:1) undergraduate honours degree
    What work-permit options follow Social Development MA at University of Sussex?
    Post-completion work rights for Social Development MA at University of Sussex: Graduate Route (UK): 2 years to work or look for work for a Master’s graduate.