Explore global development by focusing on economic concepts, such as social identity, collective action, power relations, and psychological biases.During this master’s you’ll address the contemporary challenges of global economic development.You’ll adopt a multifaceted focus to analyse the real-world impacts of economic policy. This will allow you to see how the assumptions of economic theory can differ from lived reality, especially in impoverished communities.This course is influenced by Bath’s longstanding engagement in international development and applied economic analysis. You’ll critically assess real-world case studies to draw links across global, regional, national and local scales.Gain important career skillsUpon successful completion of this course, you'll leave with:an in-depth and interdisciplinary understanding of the theories and concepts that underpin contemporary humanitarian action and conflict responsea critical understanding of humanitarian, peacebuilding and development policy and practicepractical skills in research, analysis and communication and an understanding of how these can be applied to the fields of humanitarianism, conflict and developmenta rich experience of working with people from a wide range of disciplinary, professional and national backgroundsGraduate prospectsThis course provides an excellent background for those wishing to pursue careers in fields that aim to improve people’s lives. These include the international development, sustainability, humanitarian and peacebuilding sectors.You will be qualified to work in a wide variety of roles, including social research, public policy, public information and campaigning.