What is Global Development?
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
Learn what global development truly means, how it is practiced, and the real-world challenges it addresses. With a special focus on Nairobi, Kenya, you’ll gain insights into issues that affect communities worldwide. Taught by world-leading academics from the UK’s top School of Global Development (REF2021), this course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to make a meaningful impact on the world.
By the end, you’ll have a deeper understanding of key features of development, including population growth, migration, urbanisation, and pressing environmental challenges such as waste and pollution. Join us and be part of the movement to create a fairer planet! Imagining Cities of the South: Media and development
Key highlights
- Special focus on Nairobi, Kenya as a development case study
- Taught by academics from a top-rated School of Global Development (REF2021)
- Covers population growth, migration and urbanisation
- Explores environmental challenges including waste and pollution
- Examines how development is practised and the challenges it addresses
- Includes a topic on media and development in cities of the South
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent - check course page for specific requirements
Careers this course leads to
- Development Officer
- Programme Assistant (NGO)
- Policy Research Assistant
- Community Development Worker
- Charity Fundraising Assistant
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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