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Master of Science - Poverty, Inequality and Development

Edgbaston — Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Study Level: Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: September 2027
Tuition Fee: GBP 29,160
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The MSc in Poverty, Inequality and Development will enable students to study development with a specific focus on poverty and inequality, which are both key aspects of the current development policy discourse. On this degree, students will explore theories of development in historical context from 1945 up to the present day in a core compulsory module. The theories are then applied to contemporary development approaches and issues. Throughout, the emphasis is on students developing a critical understanding of the evolution of development theories over the last half century and its implications for present day thinking about development. The relevance of sociological categories of class, religion, ethnicity and gender in both disaggregating levels of poverty and inequality, and in understanding the processes which foster poverty and inequality in development will be explored in one of the two modules which give this programme its particular identity and focus. Issues examined include: definitions and indicators of poverty inequality and development causes of poverty and inequality poverty reduction strategies cross-cutting issues such as gender and conflict practical policy, programme and research skills. Each programme is taught by a team of multi-disciplinary specialists who work closely with students to address individual interests and concerns. Every student is allocated an academic tutor to support them in their academic progress throughout the year. The department has a long history of teaching students from across the world, and recent students have come from 99 different countries and a wide variety of professional and academic backgrounds. The International Development Department is well-regarded internationally by sponsors, donor agencies, governments and NGOs. Study with the University of Birmingham to benefit from: Expertise in key issues and skills valued by employers A vibrant, welcoming community Individual overseas fieldwork or study visit included in fees (on-campus programmes) Flexible programmes and a wide choice of modules (part-time students also welcome) A diverse and international student body Strong support in study and English language skills

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Credential: Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

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English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: GBP 29,160
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline: 30 June 2027
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Edgbaston

Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Edgbaston, Birmingham, United Kingdom

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About the Institution

From 1900 to the present day, the University of Birmingham has been at the forefront of both national and international research, leading the way in making ground-breaking progress in areas that span industries such as gene structure, medicine, space research and communications. For more than a century, the University of Birmingham has been pursuing and sharing knowledge through outstanding teaching and world-leading research. A global reputation, quality learning and teaching, excellent facilities, a stunning campus and great city are some of the reasons making the University of Birmingham a...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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