Global Development BA (Hons)
The University of York
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 220 graduates of Global Development BA (Hons) and other courses in Politics & International Relations at The University of York for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Politics & International Relations.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Politics & International Relations
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Politics & International Relations at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27000 | £28000 | £36000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23500 - £30000 | £22500 - £34500 | £26500 - £46500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Politics & International Relations
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25651 | £24571 | £30295 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22016 - £30312 | £19077 - £31076 | £22913 - £40577 |
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Course Description
This programme will explore theories of global development, sustainability and global justice with tools from across the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities. With support from our Interdisciplinary Global Development Centre, you will look at how a variety of international actors contribute to and seek to resolve worldwide issues such as exploitation, environmental degradation and injustice. By the time you graduate, you will have the leadership skills and creativity to succeed in a range of careers, in the private and public sector, non-governmental organisations, advocacy organisations, journalism and the media, and research and consultancy.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Global Development BA (Hons) at The University of York
| 24% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 12% | Media Professionals |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 8% | Sales occupations |
| 6% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 6% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 4% | Protective service occupations |
| 3% | Caring personal services |
| 3% | Sales occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Global Development BA (Hons)
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
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| EU | £23700 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £23700 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of The University of York in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of York in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #14
- #89
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- Social Sciences
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
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- #23
- #126
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
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About The University of York
The University of York, usually abbreviated to Ebor, is a collegiate research university based in the historic and picturesque city of York, England. It has two main campuses, East and West, which are just a few minute’s walking distance apart. It also has another site known as King’s Manor just North-West of the city centre.
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Student composition of The University of York
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Total number of students enrolled at The University of York by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 14725
- postgraduates:
- 5975
- Total:
- 20700
Where is this programme taught
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Global Development with Media with a Placement Year BA | University of East Anglia | - | 10% | 7% | £9250 | £20600 | 131 | Norwich | On campus Full-time |
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Sustainable Development and Social Change BA (Hons) | University of East London | - | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £14160 | 97 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Global Development BA (Hons) | University of East Anglia | - | 10% | 7% | £9250 | £20600 | 135 | Norwich | On campus Full-time |
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Global Studies (Including Year Abroad) BA (Hons) | University of Essex | - | - | - | £9250 | £18585 | - | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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Global Development with Politics with a Year Abroad BA (Hons) | University of East Anglia | - | 10% | 7% | £9250 | £20600 | 132 | Norwich | On campus Full-time |
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Global Development with Media BA (Hons) | University of East Anglia | - | 10% | 7% | £9250 | £20600 | 131 | Norwich | On campus Full-time |
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Geography with Global Development with a Placement Year BA | University of East Anglia | - | 10% | 7% | £9250 | £20600 | 136 | Norwich | On campus Full-time |
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International Development Management with a Placement Year BA | University of East Anglia | 70% | 0% | 1% | £9250 | £19250 | 156 | Norwich | On campus Full-time |
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Geography with Global Development BA (Hons) | University of East Anglia | - | 15% | 0% | £9250 | £20600 | 149 | Norwich | On campus Full-time |
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Planning, Environment and Development BSc (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | - | - | - | £9250 | £20800 | - | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023
