MSc International Development in the Americas

The International Development of the Americas MSc at University College London (UCL) is a postgraduate course designed to meet the growing demand for professionals working in international development. This course allows students to gain skills in diverse areas like social research, policy analysis, finance, development, project management and negotiating skills. It offers a deep understanding of contemporary issues and challenges in Latin America and the Caribbean.Course Content: The teaching style combines seminars, lectures, student presentations, and guided research. The course focuses on Latin America's development experience and the region's history from colonial times to modern development pathways. The course provides a multicultural, multidisciplinary environment for students.Key Modules: The program has a number of key modules that cover topics like poverty and development, renewable energy and resources, causes, forces, nature and dimensions of development, political economy of development, and global health and development. It includes a core course about the Americas on the Move: Power, Agency, Migration and Development.Future Careers: The International Development of the Americas MSc prepares students for work in international and national agencies, government departments, non-government organizations, private sector companies, and consultancy firms.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.