International Development - BA (Hons)

University of Sussex

### **Why choose this course at Sussex?*** **Gain knowledge, skills and experience for impactful careers in development, policy, sustainability and social change.*** **Learn how to tackle global challenges such as climate change, conflict and migration from specialists with different perspectives and expertise.*** **Study in a world-leading department shaping research, policy and practice.**Studying International Development at Sussex will help you develop the knowledge and tools to make a positive difference in the world.Global challenges such as climate change, conflict and migration shape our world. You’ll explore these issues through their historical legacies and contemporary power structures. Then you’ll better understand how we can address them.On your course, you’ll learn from specialists from different perspectives and disciplines. You will:* challenge simplistic understandings of what development is, who it is for and who does it* learn about the causes of poverty and inequality from a global justice perspective* explore how development practitioners, policymakers, social movements and communities are responding to new challenges* design creative and innovative alternatives to our existing systems, in collaboration with fellow students* take electives from other subjects – from philosophy to law and ecology to modern languages – to tailor your degree to your interests.Join our vibrant and welcoming community. We are passionate about achieving greater social and environmental justice.When you graduate, you’ll be able to contribute to just and equitable change. You’ll open the door to rewarding careers in areas such as development policy, practice and advocacy.### **Location**Nestled in the South Downs National Park, close to the sea and Brighton’s vibrant cultural scene, our campus offers a warm and welcoming home. Situated just an hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, Brighton offers the best of both worlds. Encouraging curiosity, creativity and connection, it combines the best of city life with easy access to the countryside, the UK’s capital and the wider world beyond.

International Relations