Overview

About the program

The curriculum of the Development Studies programme of Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies combines a critical analysis of alternative paradigms, methodological competences and substantive knowledge in thematic specialisations.

Together with professional skills workshops, the use of interactive pedagogical methods, a capstone project and a thesis, students will gain the conceptual and practical tools they need to pursue successful careers in government, international organisations and the non-profit sector.

The programme combines training in quantitative and qualitative research methods with a wide choice of courses offering perspectives from the Institute’s core disciplines: anthropology, economy, history, law, political science and sociology.

The programme offers students the possibility to specialise in one of three thematic tracks:

Mobilities, Spaces and Cities

Power, Conflict and Development

Environment, Resources and Sustainability

The programme also includes the completion of a Capstone Project where students work with one of the Graduate Institute’s partner organisations, participation in professional skills workshops and the option to validate an internship for credit.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistical Methods for Social Sciences

Social Inquiry and Qualitative Methods for International Affairs and Development

Economics of Development

Gender and Development: From Theory to Practice

History, Theory and Practice of Development

Poverty and Inequality

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Genève, Switzerland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should hold, or at least receive upon arrival, a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a discipline relevant to your study programme, from an accredited university

Professional experience and extracurricular activities are not compulsory but can be an asset to your application

Complete the online application form

Pay the application fee

Provide contact details for two academic referees on the application form

Upload all your supporting documents before the deadline

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

8000 CHF / year

≈ 8000 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5000 CHF / year

≈ 5000 CHF / year

Living costs

Genève

Switzerland

1925 - 2850 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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