Master of Arts in Development Studies
An interdisciplinary Master's programme exploring the causes, conditions, and consequences of global development processes.
Best for:Students with a background in social sciences or economics seeking an interdisciplinary approach to global development and international cooperation.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Development Studies at the University of Bayreuth offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding global transformation and development. Students engage with theoretical and empirical perspectives from economics, human geography, political science, and sociology. The curriculum integrates academic analysis with practice-oriented units, including a mandatory internship to bridge the gap between research and professional application. Participants can tailor their studies through disciplinary focus areas, preparing them for careers in development cooperation, sustainable transformation, or further doctoral research.
What you'll do
- Complete core modules in development theory, macroeconomics, and qualitative research methods.
- Select and pursue one disciplinary focus area in sociology/politics, geography, or economics.
- Participate in project-focussed units that link academic research with practical development work.
- Undertake a mandatory internship or empirical research project in the field of global development.
- Author a Master's thesis based on independent research.
- Engage in interdisciplinary seminars integrating perspectives from multiple social science disciplines.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Applied African Studies, African Culture & Society, International Economics & Development, African Development Studies in Geography, Philosophy & Economics, Geography, or an equivalent degree with a final grade of 2.5 or better (German grading scale).
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English C1; German A1 (can be submitted up to one year into the programme).
Instruction: English
- Proven academic background in social sciences or economics.
- English language proficiency at C1 level.
- At least four weeks of practical experience abroad related to development.
- Ability to engage with interdisciplinary academic literature.
- Hold a recognized Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Meet the minimum grade requirement of 2.5 or equivalent.
- Provide proof of four weeks of relevant practical experience abroad.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2025-07-15
Applications must be submitted online via the university's portal. International students requiring a visa are strongly advised to apply by March 15th to ensure sufficient processing time.
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- English language certificate
- Proof of practical experience abroad
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