| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Development Studies (IDS) PhD program at the University of Sussex is a research-based program that equips students with the knowledge and skills to address global development challenges. The program is led by the Institute of Development Studies (IDS), a world-renowned research institute. Students have access to a thriving research community, leading development professionals, and practical research opportunities. Graduates have successful careers in academia, government, civil society, and the private sector, making a significant impact in the field of development.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Development Studies (IDS) PhD at the University of Sussex is a research-based program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to address global development challenges. The program is offered by the Institute of Development Studies (IDS), a world-leading research institute committed to transforming knowledge, action, and leadership for more equitable and sustainable development. The program aims to:
- Provide students with the training needed to launch their careers in academia, government, civil society, or the private sector.
- Equip students to make a real difference in bringing about transformative change.
- Foster original research that addresses topics related to the work of IDS research fellows across ten research clusters.
Teaching:
The program offers a thriving research community with over 70 research staff and 50 postgraduate researchers. Students have access to:
- Research and teaching opportunities.
- A series of seminars presented by leading development professionals and practitioners.
Careers:
Graduates of the Development Studies (IDS) PhD program are making a significant impact in various fields, including:
- National governments and civil service.
- Development organizations such as UNDP and the World Bank.
- Civil society and international development organizations such as ActionAid and Christian Aid.
- Universities across the world.
Other:
The program welcomes submissions from researchers who share its commitment to:
- Upholding climate and environmental justice.
- Reducing extreme inequities.
- Fostering healthy and fulfilling lives.
- Nurturing inclusive, democratic, and accountable societies. The program emphasizes the importance of empirical research and fieldwork, which is typically undertaken during the PhD. Students are responsible for fieldwork costs, but IDS offers a small conference fund for students presenting papers at conferences.
