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Overview
Explore themes such as governance, sustainability, and inequality, and be ready to impact society through research with the International Development degree at the University of Birmingham.
Shape your future by developping cutting-edge research skills, critical thinking, and expertise in development studies, preparing you for influential roles in academia, policy-making, and global development organisations.
What makes this course different?
The PhD in International Development offers you the opportunity engage in original research guided by leading academics supporting you with personalised training within a top-ranked, research-focused environment and vibrant research community. With a focus on real-world impact, you'll explore diverse key themes such as governance, sustainability, and conflict resolution. Benefit from tailored career support combined with the programme learning outcomes to advance your expertise but also develop the skills for influential roles in academia and beyond.
Programme Structure
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Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
If you are submitting your own research proposal, applications are accepted all year round, but if you wish to start in September, you should apply by 1 June.
Language
English
PTE Academic 67
TOEFL® IBT 88
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
International DevelopmentWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
PTE Academic 67
TOEFL® IBT 88
Other requirements
General requirements
- A good Honours degree in a relevant field, but the application may also be supported by appropriate work experience.
- Excellent undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Typically the latter will be a taught masters degree, including a dissertation. Normally candidates for the PhD programme will initially be offered a place on the MPhil programme and will be transferred to the PhD at the end of the first year, subject to a satisfactory review of progress.
- Besides formal qualifications, a key factor determining whether the Department decides to accept a candidate for either degree is the quality of his or her research proposal and its relevance to our own interests. Successful completion of a research thesis demands a high level of self-discipline, motivation and commitment to the subject of research. Great importance is placed on work experience, when relevant. Please contact the Department for more details.
Tuition Fee
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International
21360 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21360 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4921 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4921 GBP per year during 36 months.
- UK: £2, 461 part-time On Campus and Distance Learning
- International: £11,055 eight years Distance Learning
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for International Development.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2025
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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