University of Bradford

MA International Development Management

University of Bradford

Course overview

The MA International Development Management (January Start) at the University of Bradford is designed to build strong knowledge of development practice and management. The course focuses on how development programmes are planned, funded, and delivered in different regions. Teaching links academic theory with real development challenges faced by governments, charities, and international agencies. Clear focus is placed on understanding development contexts and local needs. As the course progresses, attention moves to management skills used in development settings. Students study project planning, monitoring, and evaluation.

 

The course also explores leadership and organisational management. Students examine how teams are managed across borders and cultures. Students learn how development managers work with partners, communities, and funders. The programme is delivered through full-time postgraduate study with a January start. In the final stage of the course, students complete an independent dissertation or project. This allows focused study of a development management topic. By graduation, students gain strong knowledge and management skills suitable for development roles or further study. Teaching includes lectures, seminars, workshops, and guided independent study. Learning develops from development theory to applied management practice. Assessment methods include coursework, reports, presentations, and exams.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants typically require a good honours degree with a minimum 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent. However, the University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless of their previous academic experience.

English Proficiency:

  • Non-native English speakers are required to demonstrate English proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no section below 5.5 or an accepted equivalent.

Scholarships

  • Distance Learning MBA Scholarship

    Women will receive a scholarship equivalent to 10% of the overall tuition fee as a tuition fee discount.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Executive MBA Scholarship

    Women will receive a scholarship equivalent to 30%; other students will receive a scholarship equivalent to 20%

  • Scholarship for MSc Renewable and Sustainable Energy

    £7,500 as a tuition fee discount. This means that students will pay: £17,889

    Up to £7,500

  • UoB 10% Family Postgraduate Discount

    Recipients will receive a 10% discount on their overall tuition fees.

    Up to 10% of fees

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MA International Development Management (January Start) from Bradford University may progress into roles such as:

  • Development Project Manager

  • Programme Officer

  • International Development Consultant

  • Policy Analyst

  • Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Cost of study

In 2026/27, the annual tuition fee to study the MA International Development Management (January Start) in the University of Bradford is £21,490 for international students. This is subject to review annually.

Admission

Applications for the University of Bradford MA International Development Management (January Start) course are made directly to the university. You can reach out to our counsellors at AHZ for guidance.

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