International Development

Our bsc international development course is a unique degree and offers expertise from across the university; you can specialise in the key areas that match your interests and work in careers with impact on a global scale.

You can study this degree over four years with a placement year. you could spend this year at an aid agency, charity, non-governmental organisation or relevant government department at home or abroad. the placement year provides first-hand experience in this field as well as transferable skills that give you a competitive advantage in your future career. you are also encouraged to consider a study abroad experience as part of your degree. the university has a wide range of exchange partners in europe and across the world in australia, canada and the usa (subject to availability). for those working in the international development sector, it is typical to build up a portfolio of work, volunteering and overseas experience to enhance employability and career options. this is why we incorporate overseas study opportunities within the course, encourage student volunteering and placements, and enable you to write a research dissertation based on a real-world practical or policy issue.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: 12 Months

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

The degree provides an excellent starting point for careers in international development. the mix of natural and social sciences, transferable skills, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and regular experience of challenges in international development is of particular relevance to careers in business, charities, aid agencies, government departments and research institutions. for those working in the international development sector it is typical to build up a portfolio of work, volunteering and overseas experience to enhance employability and career options. this is why we incorporate an excellent overseas study opportunity within the course, encourage student volunteering and placements, and enable students to write a research dissertation based on a real world practical or policy issue.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Reading has partnerships with the following companies: