Course Overview
Offered by University of Sussex, the PhD Development Studies (IDS) provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in law. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. 1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) Study with the world leaders in Development Studies and realise your potential to transform the world. The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) transforms the knowledge, action and leadership needed for more equitable and sustainable development globally, through our world-class research, learning and teaching. As a PhD researcher, you’ll join a thriving research community with more than 70 research staff and 50 postgraduate researchers. International tuition fees are £23,500 per year, home/UK fees are £5,238 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry requirements UK requirements International requirements You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work. You must also show evidence of substantial professiona |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£23,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£5,238
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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