Development and International Relations
In this programme you are introduced to international political economy, theories about political change and development as well as globalisation and challenges to third world development.
You will learn about social aide programmes and how to use social scientific methods in connection with e.g. development and culture.
Name: Development and International Relations
Type: MSc Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
DQF: 7
With a starting point in social scientific theories and methods, you learn to analyse issues associated with development work and international relations. You will study, for example, how to develop and improve social aide programmes.
The programme is interdisciplinary, and you learn to use and understand social scientific theories and methods, including those related to development, culture, economics and politics.
Examples of courses are: Culture, Identity, and Politics, International Organisation, and Theories of International Studies.
You will also study these fields:
- International Political Economy (IPE). You will study the various theories and schools of thought within political economics, and learn about the correlation between ideology, economics and politics
- Political Change and Development Theory. You learn about development and underdevelopment in the Third World, and get an overview of the theories, terms and methods within the area of politics and development
- Globalisation and Challenges to Third World Development. You will work across disciplines with different themes within development, including gender or indigenous peoples' rights. You will also go in-depth with theories and practical experience in connection with development
You will be able to do an internship abroad or a study trip at a foreign university.
Teaching varies between lectures and classroom instruction. In addition, there is often project work together with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Development and International Relations can be studied as a:
- 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you choose to complete the master degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Science in Sociology (MSc).
Danish Qualification framework (DQF)
The programme is graded at level 7 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected benefit of an education programme. Read more about Danish Qualification Framework.
Educational Institutions
You can study Development and International Relations at Aalborg University (Aalborg Universitet) in Aalborg.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms. Apply directly at the university.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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