Course summary
The course provides an opportunity to look in depth at contemporary debates in international development. The programme combines a strong focus on the major theories of development with empirical analysis of the experiences of particular countries and regions. The programme attracts a wide range of students from across the world including both those with prior experience of working in international development and those continuing directly from earlier studies. The course draws upon a diverse range of teaching methods, combining lecture-based learning with interactive and participatory teaching in seminar groups. Teaching draws on the department’s in-depth research experience in most regions of the world, including the Middle East, Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and areas of South-East Asia and Eastern Europe.
Modules
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/courses/ma-conflict-governance-development/#course-content
Assessment method
Dissertation.
How to apply
International applicants
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/international/ Applicants whose first language is not English may need to satisfy language requirements. The Department of Politics has a higher minimum level than the University more generally because of the more difficult nature of the literature that Politics students must engage with. The departmental requirements are: IELTS: 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component) The University accepts other evidence of English language attainment; please see the Postgraduate Admissions web pages.
Entry requirements
https://www.york.ac.uk/language/postgraduate/taught/comparative-syntax-semantics/#tab-2
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £10590 | Year 1 |
| EU | £23900 | Year 1 |
| England | £10590 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £10590 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £10590 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £10590 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £10590 | Year 1 |
| International | £23900 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/fees/
Sponsorship information
A range of scholarships and studentships are available at postgraduate level. Some scholarships are funded by the University (such as the York Master's Opportunity Scholarship) and some are funded by Research Councils, alumni, businesses and charities. Please check with the provider for details.
Provider information
University of York
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD