MSc Development Practice

at Trinity College Dublin The University of Dublin

Modules

MDP Candidates develop specialist skills in
 

• Globalisation and African Development

• Smart and Sustainable Eco-Cities

• Impact Measurement

• Gender and Development

• Climate Change: Science, Development and Justice

• Civil Engineering for Sustainable Development

• Development Economics

• Global Health

• Sustainable Agriculture And Land Use

• Geographic Information Systems

• Qualitative Research Methods

• Theories of Development

• Dissertation (including fieldwork preparation)

• Global Classroom: Foundations for Sustainable Development Practice (Option)

Field Training and Dissertation Modules:

Between April and August, MDP students will have the opportunity to do a clinical field training or research placement in partnership with Non-Governmental Organizations, government entities, and multi-lateral donor partners.  This training programme includes opportunities to study, design, implement or evaluate diverse operational interventions that address critical development issues. The MDP is constantly expanding its lists of partners, to more universities, NGOs and governmental agencies around the world. In past years, the MDP Dublin has been able to send students to several countries of Africa, South America, and Asia, and is perpetually forging connections to create more choice for our students. This offers students the opportunity to develop their professional and career networks for potential employment in the future.

Entry to the program will be based on competitive selection. Applications for admission are accepted from
 

• holders of first or upper-second class honors degrees (grade point average 3.5 equivalent) awarded by recognised universities and institutions, and recognised degree awarding bodies (e.g. NCEA, CNAA);

• holders of other degrees from recognised universities or degree granting institutions who have experienced at least three years of appropriate employment;

• holders of recognised professional qualifications obtained through examinations who have spent at least four years in study and who, in addition, have been employed for at least two years in the work of their profession;

Applicants whose first language is not English must submit evidence of competency in English in a test administered by an institution independent of their own university (e.g. the British Council).

English Language Requirements

IELTS: Academic: Grade 6.5;*

TOEFL: 88 – internet based;*

EU & Non-EU fees for academic year 2022/23 are:

EU Fees €7,522

Non EU Fees €17,653

The Dublin MDP enables students to pursue their career interests in a wide array of areas in international development. With the broad-range of topics addressed, practical experience obtained, and research and analytical skills acquired, graduates are prepared for the challenges presented by sustainable development and its related fields. Graduates have gone on to work in Non-Governmental Organisations, International Intergovernmental Organisations, Government agencies, and the Private Sector.