MSc Development Studies Online
The University of the West Indies, Sir Arthur Lewis Institute of Social and Economic Studies
Key Information
Campus location
Kingston, Jamaica
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
1 - 2 year
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
USD 6,500 / per credit *
Application deadline
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* $543 (per 3 credit course), $271.50 (exam or coursework only)
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Introduction
MSc. in Development Studies online programme (General or Concentrations in Social Development Policy, Economic Development Policy or Governance and Public Policy)
The MSc Development Studies is a one-year (two years, part-time) programme offered by the Sir Arthur Lewis Institute of Social and Economic Studies (SALISES). In keeping with the UWI’s vision, the MSc in Development Studies is designed to produce graduates with specialized leadership skills for development and an interdisciplinary grasp of the Social Sciences.
It will:
- Expose students to recent social, economic and political developments especially in small developing countries
- Facilitate an understanding of the principles and practices of policy formulation, implementation and evaluation
- Equip students to use quantitative and qualitative techniques in decision-making; and
- Equip students with the skills to undertake research in policy analysis.
In addition to a firm grounding in contemporary social, political and economic affairs, the degree features a novel leadership seminar, a practical in-course approach to research methodology and a technical writing seminar.
SALISES offers a small group atmosphere, its own Documentation Centre, and dedicated administrative staff in three locations across the Caribbean (Mona, Jamaica; Cave Hill, Barbados and St Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago). Students will be able to call in or visit for assistance.