MA CONFLICT, GOVERNANCE AND GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT
MA CONFLICT, GOVERNANCE AND GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT
Gain comprehensive knowledge in the field of politics and international development and equip yourself with the necessary skills to navigate this highly relevant research area.
You'll specialise in issues of conflict, peace and governance as you discover the challenges faced by states experiencing endemic political instability, violent civil conflict, gross human rights abuses and acute crises of governance.
This course adopts a unique interdisciplinary approach, making it a rewarding choice. Here, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to excellence and to making a difference on a local, national, and global scale.
About
You will focus on and critically assess the political development goals of sustainable peace, good governance and stable democracy. You'll draw on different theoretical approaches and a diverse set of empirical examples throughout your degree programme. You will be challenged to consider alternative suggestions for establishing peace and inclusive, durable democracies.
Key topics include the possible definitions, arguable causes and consequences of democracy; the political, social and economic effects of different political regimes and institutions; and the typically contested origins of violent intrastate conflicts as well as the suggestions that have been made to help overcome them.

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Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.After the Course
Upon completing your MA, you can pursue a variety of potential careers both in and beyond international development.
Depending on your degree outcome, you'll also be well qualified to enter a PhD programme with a view to continuing to an academic career both in the UK and overseas.
Career destinations
A degree at UEA will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. We've been ranked 1st for Job Prospects by StudentCrowd in 2022.
A career in international development can take you in all kinds of directions such as:
- International organisations
- Governmental and non-governmental organisations
- Local governments
- Private sector
- PhD programmes
- Previous graduates have gone on to work for the British High Commission in Ghana, UNITAR in Japan, the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, and PhD studies in related fields.

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Assessment for Year 1
Your core modules will be largely assessed on the basis of written assignments, while verbal contributions will be key for students’ formative learning. Further assessment methods will differ depending on the optional modules you choose.
You'll receive verbal feedback on your arguments and ideas during seminars, which helps you develop skills in articulating an argument orally. You'll receive oral or written feedback on formative and summative coursework assignments.
If you have additional needs due to disabilities such as sensory impairment or learning difficulties such as dyslexia, please talk to our Student Support Services about how we can help.
Assessment for Year 1
Your core modules will be largely assessed on the basis of written assignments, while verbal contributions will be key for students’ formative learning. Further assessment methods will differ depending on the optional modules you choose.
You'll receive verbal feedback on your arguments and ideas during seminars, which helps you develop skills in articulating an argument orally. You'll receive oral or written feedback on formative and summative coursework assignments.
If you have additional needs due to disabilities such as sensory impairment or learning difficulties such as dyslexia, please talk to our Student Support Services about how we can help.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Entry Requirements
Degree classification
UK 2.1 or equivalentDegree subject
Social ScienceAdditional entry requirements
Applicants should normally have a good undergraduate degree from a recognised higher education institution. The University will also take into account the employment experience of applicants where relevant.
If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, you may be able to study one of the International Graduate Diploma programmes offered by our partner INTO UEA. These programmes guarantee progression to selected masters degrees if students achieve the appropriate grade. For more details please click here:
Students for whom english is a foreign language
We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English. To ensure such students benefit from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. Our usual entry requirements are as follows:
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IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in only two components with 6.0 in the others)
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PTE (Pearson): 64 (minimum 59 in only two components with 64 in the others)
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
Other tests, including Cambridge English exams and the Trinity Integrated Skills in English are also accepted by the university. The full list of accepted tests can be found here: Accepted English Language Tests
INTO University of East Anglia
INTO UEA also run pre-sessional courses which can be taken prior to the start of your course. For further information and to see if you qualify please contact intopre-sessional@uea.ac.uk
Intakes
This course is open to UK, EU and International applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.

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Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2023/24 are:
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UK Students: £9,650 (full time)
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International Students: £19,800 (full time)
If you choose to study part-time, the fee per annum will be half the annual fee for that year, or a pro-rata fee for the module credit you are taking (only available for Home students).
We estimate living expenses at £1,023 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here.
Scholarships and Bursaries
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course related costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of additional course-related costs.

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How to Apply
Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University.
To apply please use our online application form.
FURTHER INFORMATION
If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances prior to applying please do contact us:
Postgraduate Admissions Office
Tel: +44 (0)1603 591515
Email: admissions@uea.ac.uk
International candidates are also encouraged to access the International Students section of our website.

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