Welcome to the website of the MSc programme International Development Studies (MID).
The International Development Studies programme deals with worldwide processes of development and change with emphasis on rural areas, agro-food chains and the management of the natural environment. It focuses on transformation processes both in Europe and in developing countries in a dynamic international context. It approaches the study of social, economic, political, technological and environmental change from various perspectives, local as well as global. We explore issues such as:
- the (social) impact of globalization on society and the resulting changes in livelihood strategies
- the (economic) consequences of international trade agreements for the development of regions
- the (policy) implications of changing regulations and institutions dealing with bio-fuel.
By studying this two-year programme you will develop a critical understanding of recent development theories, learn to plan and conduct research, and get skilled at translating research findings into development policies, intervention strategies, and institutional innovations. You will learn to include the diverging views of various stakeholders and to work in multidisciplinary teams.
Depending on your academic background you follow one of the three specialisations:
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In order to be admitted into this programme, you should have a degree in the social sciences (such as anthropology, sociology, political science, environmental studies, communication studies, etc.) or in economics.
Admission to the programme may involve restrictions on which specialisation you may follow:
- If you have a degree in the social sciences, you may follow either the specialisation Sociology of Rural Development or Communication, Technology and Policy.
- If you have a degree relating to Economics then you may follow the specialisation Economics of Rural Development.
This MSc programme is statutorily recognised under Dutch law (the Higher Education and Research Act) and is accredited by the Dutch Accreditation Council and registered by the CROHO (Central Register for Programmes in Higher Education).
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