
Course Overview
Offered by Swansea University, the MA Development and Human Rights (extended) provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Swansea, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. The extended MA in Development and Human Rights combines insights from the fields of development studies, politics, and international law. You will examine critical global issues facing the 21st century societies through a dynamic course that combines theoretical and applied perspectives. Taught by leading experts, you will apply legal theory, political insights and specialist research and planning tools in the analysis of the interface between human development and human rights in international public policy, including aid policy. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
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🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
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Graduate Outcomes
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💰 Graduate Salaries — Swansea University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £28,000 | £33,000 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £24,500 | £31,500 |
| 5 years | £24,500 | £31,500 | £41,500 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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