This programme links theory, policy and practice for effective international and community development. You will develop an interdisciplinary understanding of the complex factors which influence the effectiveness of planned interventions, and an understanding of the conceptual and theoretical frameworks for the analysis of social change brought about by planned development interventions. This master's programme provides: interdisciplinary coverage of development challenges at a variety of levels (global, international, regional, national and community); professional competence in the design, implementation and critical evaluation of applied development interventions; and an opportunity to study a specialism pathway to focus learning, connecting theory, policy and practice. Our programmes are excellent preparation for careers in international and rural development, agricultural economics, and marketing within the food chain and policy. Some 96% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after graduating.