The Master of Development Studies is a multidisciplinary programme that sets to provide solid grounding in development from theoretical, conceptual, historical and contemporary perspectives, as well as a good grasp of empirical research, policy analysis, and development in practice particularly applicable to development scholars, practitioners and policymakers. The programme exposes students to development theories and a wide range of topics related to development. The students are also trained to conduct research in development studies.
Full-Time Duration: 2 Semesters + 1 Special Semester, (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Core Courses (24 credits)
Research Methodology
Research Project
Development Theory and Practice
Globalization and Development
Sociology of Development
Elective Courses (18 credits)
Social Protection
Political Economy
Public Policy Analysis
Social Policy and Development
Planning and Community Development
Applied Econometrics
Poverty and Inequality
Gender Issues In Development
Climate Change and Development
Environmental Sustainability In Organisations
Sustainable Finance
Entrepreneurship And Innovation For Development
Institutions and Industrial Development
Career Prospects
Development Consultant, Policy Analyst, Project Manager, Program Coordinator, Research Analyst, Social Development Specialist, International Development Officer, NGO Manager, Economic Development Planner, Community Development Officer, Social Policy Advisor, Environmental Consultant, Gender Specialist, Public Sector Development Advisor, Sustainable Development Consultant, Global Development Analyst, Poverty Reduction Specialist, Climate Change Analyst, Humanitarian Affairs Officer, Urban Development Planner.
Tuition Fee
Local
RM22,600
Note: Tuition Fee are subject to change.
International
RM45,100
Intake
Semester 1 (October) Intake
Semester 2 (March) Intake
Note: Subject to the availability of the programme offering.
Entry Requirement
General Entry Requirements
For applicants with a CGPA of not less that 3.00:
Possess a Bachelor's Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or
For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50-2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
Graduate from Universiti Malaya; or
Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
Produce publications in related field; or
Receive a scholarship; or
Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
Pass an interview conducted by Faculty; or
Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.
Specific Entry Requirements
General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possessed a Bachelor Degree (Honours)
Equivalent Qualification: N/A
Related Fields: Development Studies -related fields
Special Requirements:
Possess sufficient knowledge in development studies or related fields.
Passed the interview by the Faculty
English Requirements
Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable