MSc Poverty, Inequality and Development

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 50%-60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 20 in Listening, 21 in Reading, 22 in Speaking, and 21 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 67 with no individual score below 64.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Birmingham offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support students with their studies. 

1. Academic Scholarships: These are awarded to students who achieve outstanding academic results. The scholarship amount varies depending on the course and level of study.
2. Sports Scholarships: These are awarded to students who excel in sports. The scholarship covers the cost of tuition fees and accommodation.
3. International Scholarships: These are awarded to international students who demonstrate academic excellence. The scholarship covers the cost of tuition fees and provides a maintenance allowance.
4. Subject-specific Scholarships: These are awarded to students studying certain subjects. The scholarship amount and eligibility criteria vary depending on the subject.

The University of Birmingham provides excellent facilities, is highly ranked, and offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support students.

The MSc Poverty, Inequality and Development program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to pursue diverse and rewarding careers in the field of international development and poverty reduction. 

1. Development Consultant: Graduates can work as development consultants, providing expert advice to governments, NGOs, and international organizations on poverty reduction strategies.

2. Policy Analyst: Graduates may pursue roles as policy analysts, researching and evaluating poverty alleviation policies and making recommendations for improvements.

3. Project Manager: Graduates can work as project managers, overseeing development projects aimed at addressing poverty and inequality in specific regions.

4. Research Analyst: Graduates may work as research analysts, conducting studies on poverty and inequality issues and contributing to evidence-based policymaking.

5. Social Impact Analyst: Graduates can work in the social impact sector, assessing the effectiveness of development initiatives and measuring their impact on vulnerable communities.

6. Advocacy Officer: Graduates may pursue roles as advocacy officers, advocating for policy changes and social reforms to address poverty and inequality.

7. Academic Researcher: Graduates can pursue academic careers, conducting research and publishing scholarly articles on poverty, inequality, and development topics.