International Development in the Americas MSc

Normally an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. A basic reading competence in Spanish, French or Portuguese is useful but not essential.

The English language level for this programme is: Level 4.

Further information can be found on our English language requirements page.

Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level.

Interested in understanding the most pressing global development challenges and how these play out in the Americas? Join this one-year immersion to acquire the theoretical insights and practical skills needed to address the challenges of reducing inequalities while building prosperous, socially just and environmentally sustainable societies. You’ll link theory with practice by exploring emblematic case studies and influencing policy papers from the Americas and beyond – so you’re ready to work in the United Nations, NGOs, government, think tanks, charities and the media.