Global Development

You will consider alternative future possibilities for international development in theory and practice, combining cutting-edge thinking on global development, economic geography, political economy, labour studies, globalisation and social change.

• Gain a detailed understanding of development practices and experiences within different sites and spaces of the Global North and South
• Gain insights into globalisation, migration studies, global politics as well as global urban justice development practice
• Engage with academics in the School of Geography on their world-leading Economy, Development and Social Justice research theme
• Enhance your practical skills in data collection, analysis and interpretation through an independent research project with the expert supervision of a specialist in your field

What you'll study

You will be encouraged to challenge the common use of Western historical experiences and categories. Instead, you will reconsider the diversity of populations, economies, urban centres, and governance practices in the Global South on their own terms – and in so doing, step outside the conventional lenses of mainstream development theory and the international policies they inform.

Your studies will encourage you to examine these realities in light of the contrasts and continuities between the Global North and South and critically assess the strengths and weaknesses of different theoretical approaches to studying international development futures.

You will be able to extend your understanding of these topics through an optional field trip to Mumbai or Malaysia. You will also be able to develop your research skills and experiences by undertaking an independent research project and fieldwork. This will be supported by research training as well as one-to-one tailored supervision from experienced researchers.

At the The Global Development program offered at Queen Mary University of London you will have the opportunity to attend regular research seminars and research framework sessions with top-level academic researchers.

This program also offers students the opportunity to undertake an unpaid graduate internship with London International Development Centre (LIDC) while studying. LIDC will take on up to four Masters students as interns per year.

Courses include:

• Geographical Thought and Practice

• Dissertation

• Advanced readings

• Global Working Lives

• Migration and Mobilities