Drive meaningful change with our MA in Global Social Development. This forward-thinking course empowers you to explore and tackle the world’s most pressing social development challenges. You’ll study social development issues such as vulnerability, cultural complexity, resilience, gender inequality, social exclusion, justice and education policies for development.

This dynamic programme offers a specific focus on gender analysis. You’ll study the relationship between economic growth and gender equity, household dynamics, and empowerment. These critical topics are at the forefront of global development goals, and on the agendas of key international development agencies such as Oxfam, the UN and the World Bank.

On this rewarding Master’s course, you'll explore issues like the impact of micro-credit interventions on social inequality and the gendered dynamics of climate change politics. You'll study the significance of gender divisions in development practices and how income generation programmes can empower women. You'll delve into complex cultural topics, such as witchcraft accusations and honour-based violence against women, analysing how social development practitioners can design effective interventions to support community wellbeing.

This course equips you to tackle local and global wellbeing challenges by examining successful development processes. You'll focus on community-level analysis, gaining insights into how people on the ground respond to interventions, which is crucial for assessing impact.

At UEA, you'll learn from world-class academics who incorporate cutting-edge research into their teaching, ensuring your education will be both current and relevant. With a wide range of optional modules, you can tailor your degree to your specific interests and career aspirations, equipping you to make a unique impact in global social development.