Post-Graduate Diploma [International Development] From Birkbeck, University of London

The programme's core modules introduce you to key debates that have shaped thinking on international poverty and development, and will equip you with knowledge of the conceptual and theoretical bases of development.Ê

They will improveÊyour skills of evaluation and analysis, enabling you to participate critically in debates on the changing nature of the multilateral, bilateral and non-governmental institutions designed to address development issues, the context in which they operate and the constraints they face. You will also have the opportunity to choose from a range of thematic option modules, allowing you to tailor the programme according to your personal or career interests.

In addition, you will develop transferable skills including team-working, written and oral communication, and qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

The International Development programme at Birkbeck, University of LondonÊis ideal if you are interested in studying international development at postgraduate level for personal or professional reasons, but you don't yet want to commit to the full MSc.

Highlights

• TheÊDepartment of GeographyÊoffers multiple approaches to the study of societies and cultures, human geography, and sustainability, poverty and development, as well as community and citizenship, at local, regional and global levels.
• One of the unique strengths of ourÊDepartment is the breadth ofÊresearch interests of our staff. Subsequently, we offer a very wide range of courses that reflect the disciplinary breadth of development and globalisation, while also allowing you to engage with other disciplines, such as anthropology and sociology.
• You will be surrounded by committed fellow students from all cultures, backgrounds and career stages who are eager to share their experience and expertise with their peers.
• Ours isÊa vibrant research culture, powered by a shared passion for learning and intellectual engagement among our academics and students. We have a strong commitment to social justice, which informs and shapes much of our cutting-edge research.

• In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF), Sociology at Birkbeck was ranked 13th in the UK.

• We have strong links with theÊLondon International Development Centre, which can enhance your employability.

Careers and Employability

Graduates go on to careers in development agencies and other international organisations, policy research, journalism, or the non-governmental sector. Possible professions include policy researcher or journalist. This degree can also be useful in becoming a market researcher or tourism officer.