Global Development
Why Global Development at Queen Mary?
- We are ranked 5th in London for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)
- Gain insight into global working lives, economic restructuring, migrant labour, multinational companies, work, geo-politics, industrialisation and international development
- Engage with academics in the School of Geography on their world-leading Economy, Development and Social Justice research theme
MA Global Development

This programme offers a holistic perspective, covering theoretical and practical aspects, while engaging with cutting-edge ideas in global development.
MSc Development and International Business

This programme delves into the changing state-market relationship, emphasizing political development, foreign investment and international institutions' roles in global governance.
What I like most is the freedom I have to pursue my own interests – I wished to look at the economics and politics of global development from a gendered perspective. Being a student in London gives you so many opportunities, both academic and social. I regularly attend lectures at LSE and SOAS among others, giving me the opportunity to learn outside of Queen Mary’s key research areas too.— Eleanor Coe, MA Global Development