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# Development Studies (IDS) PhD

**Source**: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/degrees/development-studies-ids-phd
**Parent**: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd

Nurture your potential to shape global development. Gain critical knowledge and skills to enact sustainable development.

## Select your start date

- [2026/27 academic year](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/degrees/development-studies-ids-phd)

[Back to Course menu](#nav-content)

## Key information

- ### Duration

  Up to 4 years full time or 8 years part time
- ### Start date

  Choose to start in September 2026 or January 2027
- ### Apply by

  1 month before start (UK), 3 months before start (international)
- ### Location

  [On campus - in person](#location)

Study with the world leaders in Development Studies and realise your potential to transform the world.

The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) transforms the knowledge, action and leadership needed for more equitable and sustainable development globally, through our world-class research, learning and teaching.

 As a PhD researcher, you’ll join a thriving research community with more than 70 research staff and 50 postgraduate researchers. You’ll have access to research and teaching opportunities, as well as a substantial series of seminars presented by leading development professionals and practitioners.

Your time at IDS will equip you with the training needed to launch your career in academia, government, civil society or the private sector, and make a real difference in bringing about transformative change. Our PhD graduates are defining and solving some of the world’s most pressing global challenges in their work as:

- ministers in national governments and civil servants
- high-level officials in development organisations such as UNDP and the World Bank
- leaders and thinkers of civil-society and international development organisations such as ActionAid and Christian Aid
- high-profile academics at universities across the world.

## What it’s like to study for a PhD at IDS – Jorge Ortiz-Moreno

- **1st** in the world for Development Studies *[(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)](https://www.topuniversities.com/university-subject-rankings/development-studies)*

## Areas of study

We welcome submissions from researchers who share our commitment to:

- upholding climate and environmental justice
- reducing extreme inequities
- fostering healthy and fulfilling lives
- nurturing inclusive, democratic and accountable societies.

We’re particularly interested in work that shows originality in addressing topics related to the work of our research fellows based across our ten [research clusters](https://www.ids.ac.uk/about/clusters-and-teams/).

[Find out about our current PhD researchers](https://www.ids.ac.uk/about/people/phd-researchers/)

### Spirit of Sussex Award

Feel involved in life at the University, make friends and enrich your experience with us – the Spirit of Sussex Award is our way of recognising your extracurricular and voluntary achievements.

[Find out more about the Spirit of Sussex Award](https://student.sussex.ac.uk/experience/award)

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  Students across the Sussex community are already earning their points

  What will you do to earn yours?

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  Head over to the website to start your Spirit of Sussex journey.

  Text: The Spirit of Sussex Award is an exciting new programme designed to recognise and celebrate the things you do outside your course.

  Participating in the Award makes it easy and fun for you to get involved and make the most of university life.

[Book an information session](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/postgraduate/information-sessions)

## PhD online events

Join us online to find out what it's like to study a PhD at Sussex.

[Book now](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/postgraduate/virtual-events/masters-and-phd-live-webchats)

### On campus - in person

You’ll study for this degree on our campus, joining our academics and fellow students. With in-person contact time, digitally supported educational resources,
library collections and independent study, this course is designed to give you an inclusive education. Your learning experience may also include work placements, field trips,
studying abroad and internationalisation experiences.

[Find out about our beautiful campus](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/student-life/campus)

## Take our virtual tour

Be inspired by our beautiful campus and buzzing Brighton in this immersive 360° experience.

[Begin your tour](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/virtual-tour/)

## 

As a founding partner of ResearchPlus, a collaboration of research-focused universities, we engage with government, industry and civil society to support economic growth, prosperity and wellbeing across the whole of the UK.

[Find out more](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/broadcast/read/69366)

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## How to apply

If you’d like to join us as a research student, there are two main routes:

- [browse funded projects](#funding-fees) in this subject area
- [browse our potential supervisors](#our-supervisors) and propose your own research project.

### Full-time and part-time study

Choose to work on your research full time or part time, to fit around your work and personal life. For details about part-time study, contact us at [teaching@ids.ac.uk](mailto:teaching@ids.ac.uk)

[Book an information session](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/postgraduate/information-sessions)

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## Our supervisors

### Dr Jeremy Allouche

Fellow

### Contact

[J.Allouche@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.Allouche%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Jeremy Allouche](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/249722)

### Dr Marina Apgar

Associate Fellow

### Contact

[J.M.Apgar@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.M.Apgar%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Marina Apgar](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/13390)

### Dr Inka Barnett

Cluster Leader/Fellow

### Contact

[I.Barnett@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:I.Barnett%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Inka Barnett](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/306329)

### Prof Gerald Bloom

Fellow

### Contact

[qdfb6@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:qdfb6%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Gerald Bloom](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/271)

### Ms Lidia Cabral

Fellow

### Contact

[L.V.Cabral@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:L.V.Cabral%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Lidia Cabral](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/101047)

### Mr Terry Cannon

IDS Casual

### Contact

[T.G.Cannon@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:T.G.Cannon%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Terry Cannon](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/265616)

### Prof Deepta Chopra

Fellow

### Contact

[dc24@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:dc24%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Deepta Chopra](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/138296)

### Prof Stephen Devereux

Fellow

### Contact

[qdfp2@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:qdfp2%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Stephen Devereux](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/24258)

### Dr Ayako Ebata

Fellow

### Contact

[A.Ebata@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.Ebata%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Ayako Ebata](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/396137)

### Mr Jerker Edstrom

Fellow

### Contact

[L.J.Edstrom@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:L.J.Edstrom%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Jerker Edstrom](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/801)

### Dr Becky Faith

Fellow

### Contact

[B.Faith@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:B.Faith%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Becky Faith](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/394217)

### Dr Dominic Glover

Fellow

### Contact

[dbag20@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:dbag20%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Dominic Glover](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/125250)

### Dr Martin Greeley

Fellow

### Contact

[M.Greeley@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:M.Greeley%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Martin Greeley](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/1065)

### Dr Jing Gu

Fellow

### Contact

[J.Gu@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.Gu%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Jing Gu](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/201463)

### Mr Jaideep Gupte

Fellow

### Contact

[J.Gupte@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.Gupte%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Jaideep Gupte](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/139310)

### Dr Thomas Harrison

Fellow

### Contact

[th346@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:th346%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Thomas Harrison](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/406383)

### Dr Martin Hearson

Fellow

### Contact

[M.Hearson@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:M.Hearson%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Martin Hearson](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/485881)

### Dr Jo Howard

Fellow

### Contact

[J.C.Howard@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.C.Howard%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Jo Howard](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/98826)

### Dr Amber Huff

Fellow

### Contact

[A.R.Huff@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.R.Huff%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Amber Huff](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/355672)

### Prof Anuradha Joshi

Director

### Contact

[A.Joshi@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.Joshi%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Anuradha Joshi](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/96790)

### Prof Patricia Justino

IDS Casual

### Contact

[A.P.V.Justino@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.P.V.Justino%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Patricia Justino](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/126859)

### Dr Shandana Khan Mohmand

Cluster Leader/ Fellow

### Contact

[skm20@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:skm20%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Shandana Khan Mohmand](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/116670)

### Prof Melissa Leach

### Contact

[View profile of Melissa Leach](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/1575)

### Dr Tessa Lewin

Fellow

### Contact

[tl41@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:tl41%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Tessa Lewin](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/177771)

### Dr Jeremy Lind

Fellow

### Contact

[J.Lind@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.Lind%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Jeremy Lind](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/227923)

### Dr Miguel Loureiro

Fellow

### Contact

[A.M.Loureiro@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.M.Loureiro%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Miguel Loureiro](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/129846)

### Prof Hayley MacGregor

Fellow

### Contact

[H.Macgregor@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:H.Macgregor%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Hayley MacGregor](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/193575)

### Dr Philip Mader

Fellow

### Contact

[P.Mader@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:P.Mader%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Philip Mader](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/160795)

### Dr Gauthier Marchais

Fellow

### Contact

[G.Marchais@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:G.Marchais%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Gauthier Marchais](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/405739)

### Dr Giulia Mascagni

Fellow

### Contact

[G.Mascagni@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:G.Mascagni%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Giulia Mascagni](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/208493)

### Dr Rosemary McGee

Fellow

### Contact

[R.A.Mcgee@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:R.A.Mcgee%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Rosemary McGee](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/111312)

### Prof Lyla Mehta

Fellow

### Contact

[L.Mehta@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:L.Mehta%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Lyla Mehta](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/16777)

### Prof Michael Moore

Fellow

### Contact

[qdfl9@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:qdfl9%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Michael Moore](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/1868)

### Dr Lars Otto Naess

Fellow

### Contact

[L.O.Naess@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:L.O.Naess%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Lars Otto Naess](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/235437)

### Dr Sohela Nazneen

Fellow

### Contact

[S.Nazneen@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:S.Nazneen%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Sohela Nazneen](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/116850)

### Prof Nicholas Nisbett

Fellow

### Contact

[N.C.Nisbett@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:N.C.Nisbett%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Nicholas Nisbett](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/118112)

### Dr Pauline Oosterhoff

Fellow

### Contact

[P.Oosterhoff@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:P.Oosterhoff%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Pauline Oosterhoff](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/343399)

### Dr Marjoke Oosterom

Fellow

### Contact

[M.Oosterom@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:M.Oosterom%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Marjoke Oosterom](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/223958)

### Dr Wilson Prichard

### Contact

[View profile of Wilson Prichard](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/167875)

### Prof Rachel Sabates-Wheeler

Fellow

### Contact

[R.E.Sabates-Wheeler@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:R.E.Sabates-Wheeler%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Rachel Sabates-Wheeler](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/118786)

### Prof Ian Scoones

Fellow

### Contact

[I.C.Scoones@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:I.C.Scoones%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Ian Scoones](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/9207)

### Dr Patta Scott-Villiers

Fellow

### Contact

[qdft3@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:qdft3%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Patta Scott-Villiers](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/90244)

### Dr Alex Shankland

Fellow

### Contact

[A.J.L.Shankland@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.J.L.Shankland%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Alex Shankland](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/26907)

### Prof Jacqueline Shaw

Fellow

### Contact

[J.Shaw@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.Shaw%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Jacqueline Shaw](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/60722)

### Dr Wei Shen

Fellow

### Contact

[W.Shen@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:W.Shen%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Wei Shen](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/379219)

### Dr Shilpi Srivastava

Fellow

### Contact

[S.Srivastava@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:S.Srivastava%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Shilpi Srivastava](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/257944)

### Dr James Sumberg

### Contact

[View profile of James Sumberg](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/250828)

### Prof Mariz Tadros

Fellow

### Contact

[M.Tadros@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:M.Tadros%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Mariz Tadros](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/117088)

### Dr Dolf Te Lintelo

Fellow

### Contact

[D.J.Te-Lintelo@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:D.J.Te-Lintelo%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Dolf Te Lintelo](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/239625)

### Dr John Thompson

Fellow

### Contact

[J.Thompson@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.Thompson%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of John Thompson](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/201461)

### Ms Jodie Thorpe

Fellow

### Contact

[J.Thorpe@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.Thorpe%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Jodie Thorpe](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/336538)

### Dr Giel Ton

Visiting Fellow

### Contact

[G.Ton@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:G.Ton%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Giel Ton](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/426366)

### Dr Linda Waldman

Fellow

### Contact

[P.L.Waldman@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:P.L.Waldman%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Linda Waldman](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/163101)

### Dr Mary Wickenden

Fellow

### Contact

[J.M.Wickenden@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.M.Wickenden%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Mary Wickenden](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/458205)

### Dr Annie Wilkinson

Cluster Leader/ Fellow

### Contact

[A.Wilkinson@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.Wilkinson%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Annie Wilkinson](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/226035)

### Dr Dirk Willenbockel

### Contact

[View profile of Dirk Willenbockel](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/199012)

[Book an information session](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/postgraduate/information-sessions)

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## Entry requirements

- [UK requirements](#tab-content-uk)
- [International requirements](#tab-content-international)

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| Degree requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |

Please select your country from the list.

#### Argentina

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| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Australia

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Azerbaijan

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Bahrain

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Bangladesh

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Brazil

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Brunei

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Canada

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Chile

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### China

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Colombia

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Cyprus

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Denmark

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Ecuador

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Egypt

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### France

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Germany

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Ghana

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Greece

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Hong Kong

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### India

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Indonesia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Iran

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Italy

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Japan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Jordan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Kazakhstan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Kenya

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Kuwait

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Lebanon

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Malawi

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Malaysia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Mexico

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Nepal

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Nigeria

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Norway

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Oman

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Pakistan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Palestine

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Paraguay

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Peru

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Philippines

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Qatar

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Russia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Saudi Arabia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Singapore

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### South Africa

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### South Korea

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Spain

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Sri Lanka

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Switzerland

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Taiwan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Thailand

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Turkey

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### United Arab Emirates

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### USA

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Uzbekistan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Vietnam

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Zambia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Zimbabwe

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### My country is not listed

If your country is not listed, you need to contact us and find out the qualification level you should have for this course. [Contact us](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/ask/)

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| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. |

### English language requirements

#### IELTS (Academic)

Advanced level (7.0 overall, including at least 6.5 in each component).

IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about IELTS](https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams-and-tests/ielts/)

We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

We accept IELTS Online.

[Check full details of our English Language requirements and find out more about some of the alternative English language qualifications listed below](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-research)

#### Alternative English language qualifications

#### Proficiency tests

##### Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE)

176 overall, including at least 169 in each skill.

We would normally expect the CAE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.

You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. [Find out more about Cambridge English: Advanced](http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/advanced/)

##### Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

176 overall, including at least 169 in each skill.

We would normally expect the CPE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.

You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. [Find out more about Cambridge English: Proficiency](http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/proficiency/)

##### Duolingo English test

Advanced level (130 overall, with no component score below 120)\
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Duolingo English test scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

[Find out more about the Duolingo English test](https://englishtest.duolingo.com/test_takers).  You will need to share your results with the University of Sussex.

##### LanguageCert Academic SELT

Advanced level (75 overall, including at least 70 in each component).

LanguageCert Academic SELT scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about LanguageCert Academic SELT](https://www.languagecert.org/en/language-exams/english/languagecert-esol-selt/academic-selt)

We only accept LanguageCert when taken at SELT Test Centres.

We do not accept the online version.  We also do not accept the non-SELT version.

##### LanguageCert International ESOL SELT

Advanced level (International ESOL SELT C1 with a minimum of 33 in each component)

LanguageCert International ESOL scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about LanguageCert SELT](https://www.languagecert.org/en/language-exams/english/languagecert-esol-selt)

We only accept LanguageCert when taken at SELT Test Centres. We do not accept the online version.

##### Oxford International English Language Test (OI ELLT)

Advanced level (8 overall, including at least 8 in each component)

Oxford ELLT scores are valid for 18 months from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

[Register to complete the OI ELLT](https://tests.oidigitalinstitute.com/rp/ellt/university-of-sussex-4825) and use our 10% discount code at check out: SUSX10.

We accept Oxford ELLT Global and Oxford ELLT Digital.

##### Pearson PTE Academic

Advanced level (67 overall, including at least 62 in all four skills)

PTE (Academic) scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about Pearson (PTE Academic)](https://www.pearsonpte.com/)

We do not accept the PTE Academic Online test.

##### TOEFL (iBT)

For tests taken **from 21 January 2026**:

Advanced level (5 overall, including at least 4.5 in Listening, 4.5 in Reading, 4.5 in Speaking, 4.5 in Writing).

For tests taken **before 21 January 2026**:

Advanced level 95 overall, including at least 22 in Listening, 23 in Reading, 23 in Speaking, 24 in Writing.

TOEFL (iBT) scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about TOEFL (iBT)](https://www.ets.org/toefl.html)

We accept TOEFL (iBT) Home Edition.

The TOEFL Institution Code for the University of Sussex is 9166.

#### English language qualifications

##### AS/A-level (GCE)

Grade C or above in English Language.

Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE)/ AS or A Level: grade C or above in Use of English.

##### GCE O-level

Grade C or above in English.

**Brunei/Cambridge GCE O-level in English:** grades 1-6.

**Singapore/Cambridge GCE O-level in English:** grades 1-6.

##### GCSE or IGCSE

Grade C or above in English as a First Language (Grade 4 or above in GCSE from 2017).

Grade B or above in English as a Second Language.

##### Ghana Senior Secondary School Certificate

**If awarded before 1993:** grades 1-6 in English language.

**If awarded between 1993 and 2005:** grades A-D in English language

##### Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)

Level 4, including at least 3 in each component in English Language.

##### Indian School Certificate (Standard XII)

The Indian School Certificate is accepted at the grades below when awarded by the following examination boards:

**Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – English Core only:** 70%

**Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) - English:** 70%

We will also accept the Indian Secondary School Certificate at the grade below when awarded by the following examination boards, but these State Board results **must** have been completed within 6 years of the start date of the course at Sussex:

Tamil Nadu; Karnataka; Delhi; Maharashtra; and West Bengal - English: 70%

##### International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

English A or English B at grade 5 or above.

##### Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Grades A - C in English language

##### Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) 1119/GCE O-level

**If taken before the end of 2008:** grades 1-6 in English Language.

**If taken from 2009 onwards:** grade C or above in English Language.

The qualification must be jointly awarded by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES).

##### West African Senior School Certificate

Grades A1-C6 (1-6) in English language when awarded by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) or the National Examinations Council (NECO).

#### Country exceptions

##### Select to see the list of exempt English-speaking countries

If you are a national of one of the countries below, or if you have recently completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree or higher in one of these countries, you will normally meet our English requirement. Note that qualifications obtained by distance learning or awarded by studying outside these countries cannot be accepted for English language purposes.

You will normally be expected to have completed the qualification within two years before starting your course at Sussex. If the qualification was obtained earlier than this, we would expect you to be able to demonstrate that you have maintained a good level of English, for example by living in an English-speaking country or working in an occupation that required you to use English regularly and to a high level.

Please note that this list is determined by the UK’s Home Office, not by the University of Sussex.

List of exempt countries:

- Antigua and Barbuda
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Canada\*\*
- Dominica
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- New Zealand
- St Kitts and Nevis
- St Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
- The British Overseas Territories
- Trinidad and Tobago
- United Kingdom
- USA

\*\* Canada: you must be a national of Canada; other nationals not on this list who have a degree from a Canadian institution will not normally be exempt from needing to provide evidence of English.

### English language support

If you don’t meet the English language requirements for your degree, you may be able to take a [pre-sessional course](http://www.sussex.ac.uk/languages/english/presess )

### Visas and immigration

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### Additional admissions information

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## Funding and fees

### Funding

#### Funded projects and scholarships

Our aim is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to despite financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique individuals. Don’t miss out on scholarships – check the specific application deadlines for funding opportunities. Note that funded projects aren’t available for all our PhDs.

- [Climate Leaders Scholarship](#)

  £3,000 scholarships available to active environmentalists (in any subject) bringing about real-world behaviour change

  [Find out more](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships/view/1879-Climate-Leaders-Scholarship)

#### Applying for USA Federal Student Aid?

If any part of your funding, at any time, is through USA federal Direct Loan funds, you will be registered
on a separate version of this degree which does not include the possibility of distance learning which is
prohibited under USA federal regulations. Find out more about
[American Student Loans and Federal Student Aid](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/studentlifecentre/funding/americanstudentloans).

#### Part-time work

We advertise around 2,500 part-time jobs a year so you can make money and gain work experience. We have a special scheme to employ students on campus, wherever possible.

[Find out more about careers and employability](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/careers)

### Fees

#### Fees for self-funding students

### Home students

£5,238 per year for full-time students

### Channel Islands and Isle of Man students

£5,238 per year for full-time students

### International students

£23,500 per year for full-time students

Home PhD student fees are set at the level recommended by United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) annually, rising in line with inflation. Overseas fees are subject to an annual
increase - see details on our [tuition fees page](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/tuition-fees)

### Additional costs

#### Note about additional costs

Additional costs to your tuition fees may include field trips, equipment, materials, bench fees or studio hire. These costs are best estimates based on current market values which we review each year. These costs may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances where the University has limited control such as a change in a service provider or government guidance. We will let you know at the earliest opportunity if there is any change to these costs. We will also tell you if these costs are mandatory for passing your course or optional.  [Find out how to budget for student life](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/student-budgeting).

#### Fieldwork

Almost all IDS PhD researchers choose to do empirical research and fieldwork for their PhDs. The broad parameters of this research (topic and country) are usually decided by the student and included in the proposal submitted as part of the application to the PhD programme. More detailed assessments of the scope and scale of this research are usually developed in conjunction with supervisors during the first year of the PhD. Fieldwork usually lasts between 8 and 12 months and costs depend on the scope and scale of the activities. For example, participant observation and qualitative interviews undertaken in your home country and in a language with which you are familiar, may not be very expensive, but working in a country where you need visas, in-country ethical approval, and have to employ translators, transcribers, or a team of enumerators for a quantitative survey can mean that costs rapidly escalate. Where you stay, how you travel to your fieldsite, what technology you use to collect and analyse data and how long you stay will all influence the costs. IDS does not fund fieldwork costs. There is a small conference fund and PhD students can apply for up to £450 during their PhDs if they are presenting a paper at a conference.

## Living costs

We know the rising cost of living is on everyone’s mind, and affects us all in different ways. Our guide to living costs has been designed to help you plan and budget for life as a Sussex student.

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### PhD Open Evenings

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## Contact us

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#### If you haven’t applied yet

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[### Find out how to apply](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/apply)

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[### Guide to PhD study](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/guide-phd-study)

## Legal information

We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to
provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material
changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as
soon as possible.

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