On this course you’ll explore all aspects of cultural diversity. At the same time, you’ll discover how different aspects of international development such as economic growth, and social and cultural transformation, can affect people’s lives. 

You’ll have the opportunity to draw on other disciplines such as economics, geography and politics to better understand how policy and practice can be improved through greater anthropological engagement. 

Within UEA’s School of International Development you’ll develop practical skills in key anthropological methods while developing your interest in specific subject areas. In the world-renowned Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts you’ll study material culture. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn a language (e.g. French or Spanish) and participate in a filmmaking for development workshop. 

ABOUT

Explore how people live, understand and interact within different societies, and how international development affects social change. 

You’ll explore different aspects of cultural diversity whilst examining the impact of international development on economic growth, and social and cultural transformation. 

You’ll be taught by academic staff whose research is internationally renowned. We’re actively involved in research across the globe, working with many national and international development agencies. 

Our flexible approach to learning means you can explore your interests and strengths, graduating with a world-class degree in international development. 

You'll also spend a year studying at one of our partner universities around the world, giving you a fresh perspective and a broader outlook. 

PLACEMENT YEAR AND STUDY ABROAD

You’ll spend your third year studying abroad before returning to UEA for your final year. You'll choose from a broad range of partner universities across Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. 

Your time abroad will give you valuable insights and practical experience in a different country, as well the chance to develop the personal skills employers seek.  

AFTER THE COURSE

You’ll graduate with the specialist and practical skills needed for a successful career in the UK or overseas. 

Many of our graduates work in development, including in roles in the United Nations World Food Programme, UK governments, foreign governments, non-government organisations, and charities such as Oxfam and British Red Cross. 

Others use the academic and transferable skills gained for careers in business, the voluntary and public sector, activism and campaigning, community development, environment, and media. 

Alternatively you could go on to further study with an MA or PhD. 

CAREER DESTINATIONS

Career destinations related to your degree include: 

• United Nations World Food Programme 

• International NGOs, 

• Government (both UK and foreign) 

• British Red Cross 

• Oxfam