Global Development

Entry requirements

We recommend that you hold a UK bachelors degree (or equivalent), or have had experience of working in a development agency (international or local), in either a paid or voluntary capacity, prior to starting this qualification. However, these requirements are not compulsory and you will not be required to provide any supporting documentary evidence.

Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend that you will need a minimum overall score of 6 and minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components: reading, writing, speaking and listening under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Months of entry

October

Course content

This postgraduate diploma provides an advanced grounding in the key theories, approaches and issues that are shaping contemporary global development and the global challenges we face. Drawing on important social science ideas, you'll be introduced to a framework for understanding development and examining the major issues of our time, including migration, socio-economic security, environmental sustainability, technological innovation, and the global politics of development. You’ll also have the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and understanding of the issues of most interest to you by exploring them through four interconnected global challenges: conflict, governance, justice, and transformation.

Information for international students

This qualification can be studied from anywhere in the world.

Fees and funding

For more information about fees and funding, please visit The Open University website.