Development Studies (IDS) PhD

Study with the world leaders in Development Studies and realise your potential to transform the world. The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) transforms the knowledge, action and leadership needed for more equitable and sustainable development globally, through our world-class research, learning and teaching. As a PhD researcher, you’ll join a thriving research community with more than 70 research staff and 50 postgraduate researchers. You’ll have access to research and teaching opportunities, as well as a substantial series of seminars presented by leading development professionals and practitioners. Your time at IDS will equip you with the training needed to launch your career in academia, government, civil society or the private sector, and make a real difference in bringing about transformative change. Our PhD graduates are defining and solving some of the world’s most pressing global challenges in their work as: ministers in national governments and civil servants high-level officials in development organisations such as UNDP and the World Bank leaders and thinkers of civil-society and international development organisations such as ActionAid and Christian Aid high-profile academics at universities across the world.

Degree requirements - You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60percentage overall) in a Masters degree. Subject-specific requirements - Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work.