International Development (Global Studies) PhD

Program Overview

The International Development (Global Studies) PhD at the University of Sussex is a research-based program ranked 1st in the world for Development Studies. It investigates pressing issues in international development, focusing on areas such as environment, gender, and migration. Students benefit from a diverse faculty of supervisors and have the flexibility to study full-time or part-time. The program offers funding opportunities and provides guidance on research costs and living expenses.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The International Development (Global Studies) PhD at the University of Sussex is a research-based program designed to address some of the most pressing issues in international development. It is known for its diversity in terms of supervisors, students, and research topics. The program emphasizes engagement with global challenges facing societies worldwide. Students will work with experts from various disciplines, including natural and social sciences, whose research has made a significant impact on individuals, institutions, and societies globally. The program is housed within the School of Global Studies, which boasts one of the UK's largest doctoral research communities in International Development.

Other:

• Areas of Study: The program focuses on research interests in fields such as:
• Environment, resources, and mobilization
• Gender, sexuality, and conflict
• Human rights and welfare
• Humanitarian design and citizen aid
• Markets, labor, and finance
• Migration and mobility
• Program Duration:
• Up to 4 years full-time
• 6 years part-time
• Start Dates:
• September 2024
• January 2025
• April 2025
• Application Deadlines:
• 1 month before start (UK)
• 3 months before start (international)
• Program Highlights:
• Ranked 1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)
• Offers a Doctoral pathway for students without the required research training, incorporating the MSc in Social Research Methods or specialist research training modules within Year 1.
• Student Testimonial:
• Sarah-jane Phelan, a graduate of the Social Research Methods MSc, chose Sussex for its expertise in International Development.
She received an ESRC 1+3 studentship for her Masters and PhD.
• Program Flexibility:
• Students can choose to study full-time or part-time.
• Degree Options:
• PhD
• MPhil (with the possibility of transitioning to a PhD)
• Supervisors:
• The program boasts a diverse faculty of supervisors with expertise in various fields related to international development.
• Funding and Fees:
• The program offers various funding opportunities, including scholarships and funded projects.
• Fees for self-funding students are outlined for home, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and international students.
• Additional costs, such as empirical research costs and living costs, are also discussed.