The world is at a turning point, with humanity facing unprecedented global challenges. In this postgraduate certificate you'll explore historical and contemporary theories about global development and critically examine their role in shaping development policy and practice, the opportunities and challenges humanity faces in tackling global challenges and bringing about positive change. It will provide you with an in-depth understanding of key development issues, such as migration, environmental sustainability and the global politics of development, and encourage you to reflect on ways to engage with development issues at different scales. You will be introduced to a conceptual framework to help analyse and understand global development in a multitude of contexts, drawing on a range of case study material. In the process, you will enhance your skills in critical thinking, working with evidence, and presenting arguments using a variety of techniques and media.
Which department am I in?
Open University
Study options
Online/Distance
(1 Year)
Tuition fees
£12,290.00 (US$ 15,872)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
February 2027
Online/Distance
(1 Year)
Tuition fees
£12,290.00 (US$ 15,872)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
April 2027
Entry requirements
For international students
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