Estée Lauder Companies - Whitman Scholarship
University of Portsmouth · Postgraduate
- Available to all international students
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The MSc International Development (Distance Learning) at University of Portsmouth is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Overview Keep working toward a better world, and creating a vision of what a fairer, interconnected global community could be, with this interdisciplinary Master's in International Development. You'll shape your existing passion and knowledge of the sector into the practical tools, strategies and techniques needed by organisations working in international development. You'll explore issues such as colonialism and globalisation, and tailor the course to your interests by choosing modules that focus on the sustainable development goal closest to your heart. International tuition fees are £9,700 per year, home/UK fees are £9,700 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, a 87% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry requirements September 2026 / January 2027 start Close all UK qualifications A minimum of a second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 65 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£9,700
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,700
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £31,000 | £33,000 |
| 3 years | £20,000 | £25,500 | £31,000 |
| 5 years | £25,000 | £31,000 | £40,000 |
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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University of Portsmouth · Postgraduate

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