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Friedensau Adventist University

Development Studies (On-Campus or Online)

M.A. (Master of Arts)

Subjects: Development Studies, Sociology, Political Sciences, Cultural Studies, Health Management, Sustainability, Peace and Conflict Studies, Migration Studies, Global & European Studies, International Relations

M.A.

Degree

120

ECTS

English only

Language

Winter semester: 31 Mar/31 Aug

Application Deadlines

2 - 3 Years (starting: Winter semester)

Duration

€ 1999 - € 2793

Tuition Fees (per semester)

Start Dates: Winter Semester: October
Starting: Winter semester
Mode of admission:: without admission restriction
Application:: directly at the University
Study mode:: Flexible (online or on-campus)
Registration Fee & Tuition Information:: 2-years program On-Campus: 11,172 € in total, i.e. 2,793 € per semester plus a 380 € registration fee each semester 3-years program Online: 11,994 € in total, i.e. 1,999 € per semester plus a 200 € registration fee each semester

Seven Reasons to choose this Master's Program

Become an expert in development studies

During this master’s program, students complete modules in Development Industry, Sustainability, Development Economics, Poverty Analysis, Global Public Health, International Peace and Conflict Studies, Planning, Management and Evaluation of Development Projects, and Migration, among many others.

Continue your career path in different areas of development

Graduates of this master’s program successfully work in the fields of Development Cooperation and Project Planning, among many others.

Study at Friedensau Adventist University for a unique experience (on-campus program)

A nature-close campus with all facilities easily accessible, fostering mutual trust between students and lecturers, and offering a plethora of spiritual, cultural, artistic, and sporting activities. → More Info

Study while you work (online program)

The target group of this master’s program is professionals already working in development, international cooperation, and related fields who desire to have the flexibility of an online program to continue working while they study. → More Info

Flexibility: Study completely online or on Campus in Friedensau, Germany

The program offers students the unique opportunity to choose two study options: study completely online over three years or complete two years on Campus in Friedensau, Germany and take part in an internship at an international development organisation.

Take part in an internship at an international development organization

An important part of this study program is the participation in internships at international development organizations in the areas of development cooperation or humanitarian aid, where students acquire vital practical skills that will be highly valued in their future careers.

Expand your academic skills during the master’s thesis

While writing their master’s thesis, students are accompanied by highly trained supervisors and get relevant methodological training that will serve them in their future careers.

How do you want to continue?

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Course Description

Do you want to become an expert in development studies, study entirely online or on the green, beautiful campus in Germany? If you aim to work in development cooperation and related project planning, this program is for you! This master’s program trains students in unique skills and areas of development such as Theories of Development, Development Industry and Legacy, Religion and Development, Globalization and Global Governance, and Gender Intersectionality and Development, among many others. Study entirely in English, and choose whether you want to complete the course online over three years or on Campus in Friedensau, Germany over two years with an internship at an international development organisation. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Target Groups

Curriculum

Study Mode

Career Prospects

The M.A. in Development Studies is intended for holders of a first bachelor’s degree in

Social Sciences
Humanities or
related fields

interested in advancing their qualifications and career opportunities in the field of development studies.

Special Program Features

Be part of a hands-on program

Students of this program acquire vital practical competencies by completing courses such as project planning, monitoring, and evaluation.

Choose exciting specializations

Besides completing a variety of interesting core modules, students can choose a specialization in an area of concentration such as Gender Studies, Sustainability, or Migration.

Study in a diverse and open environment

Students of this master’s program come from all over the world and contribute to rich discussions through their global perspectives and diversity.

Live in a charming east German city

Möckern is a town located in the region of Saxony-Anhalt, just two hours (120 kms) from the German capital, Berlin. Möckern has a charming old town and is an ideal city for students because the main parts of the city are within easy walking distance.

Accreditations

AQAS

The “Agency for Quality Assurance through Accreditation of Study Programs” is a German non-profit association that is authorized to conduct external evaluation procedures for universities in Germany and Europe.

Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The application requirements for the study program in “Development Studies (On-Campus or Online)” are:

Bachelor's (Undergraduate) Degree

Previous bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in

Social Sciences

Humanities or

related fields

Min ECTS points required:

180

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GPA

A final grade (certificate grade) of at least 2.5 is required.

Language Requirements

The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.

English

Cambridge

min B2 First (FCE)

IELTS

min 6

TOEFL iBT

min 79

TOEFL pBT

min 550

Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?

yes

Additional information:

Applicants who received their B.A. degree in an English-language program are exempt These applicants submit a certificate from the university indicating that the medium of instruction at the university is English.