Who is this course for ?
This Diploma provides a consolidation for those who want to continue their studies after completing the Certificate in International Development or the Diploma in International Development: Economy, Society and Welfare. Others, who have already have considerable knowledge in this field may decide to apply for this Diploma directly. We require applicants to have some experience in International Development and/or higher education in this or any other fields.
What will I be studying ?
The Diploma is divided into three units taught via a regular monthly day school at the Institute of Continuing Education. Students are expected to attend all of the day schools throughout the year, the dates of which are given below.
Unit 1: Sustainability and development
Industrialisation and land use dynamics coupled with climate change translate into sustainability challenges for many countries. This first unit will discuss these challenges and look at the targets and initiatives that have been set to improve living standards and sustainability in tandem. Legal, corporate and international rights frameworks such as corporate social responsibility will also be examined.
Day schools are on Fridays at the Institute of Continuing Education on the following 3 dates: 11 October, 8 November, 6 December 2019
Unit 2: Globalisation, integration and exclusion
This unit delves into the different facets of globalisation and how it shapes and is shaped by economic, cultural and social changes worldwide. We will explore what globalisation means for the urban poor but also how movement of labour across borders and associated livelihood opportunities and risks shape people’s lives.
Day schools are on Fridays at the Institute of Continuing Education on the following 4 dates: 17 January, 14 February, 12 March, 13 March 2020
Unit 3: Environmental resources and poverty
This will be taking a closer look at food and agriculture, both large scale and smallholder farming and its role in both economic sustainability and people’s livelihoods. Concerns and approaches to food security, water security as well as biodiversity and conservation will be discussed through a critical examination of case studies.
Day schools are on Fridays at the Institute of Continuing Education on the following 3 dates: 24 April, 15 May, 5 June 2020
What can I go on to do ?
The Institute offers two 60 credit complementary one year Diploma courses in International Development which are taught and awarded at second year undergraduate level (FHEQ 5). These courses will allow those with some previous experience in International Development to study aspects of this subject in greater depth. Each Diploma is offered biannually and can be studied in any order.
Diploma in International Development: Economy, Society and Welfare
This Diploma course is designed to account for both the diversity and evolution of both economic and human development and to provide students with real life examples illustrating the range of research, policy and practice in this field. This Diploma is planned to commence in October 2020.
Students who have successfully completed the Undergraduate Diploma in International Development : Environment, Sustainability and Globalisation (60 credits at FHEQ level 5) and the Undergraduate Diploma in International Development: Economy, Society and Welfare (60 credits at FHEQ level 5) can apply to be awarded the Undergraduate Diploma of Higher Education in International Development (120 credits at FHEQ level 5).
Credit awarded by the Institute can also be transferred into the degree programmes of other higher education providers. However the amount of credit which can be transferred into degree programmes varies from institution to institution and is always at the discretion of the receiving institution.
Do I choose Certificate or Diploma level ?
The Certificate and Diploma courses have been designed to provide a progression path for your studies. The Diploma level course is suitable for those who have successfully completed the Certificate course or who have comparable knowledge and experience at FHEQ level 4 or equivalent. If you are still unsure please refer to our International Development decision tree document at the bottom of the page for more information.
Additional information
Applications are welcomed both from those living within travelling distance of Cambridge and those from further afield.
Although this is a non-residential course, students requiring residential accommodation may be able to book Bed & Breakfast at Madingley Hall, as availability permits, at a discounted student rate. Once you have completed booking your place on the course you will be sent further information about how to book pre-allocated accommodation. Please do not book accommodation directly via the Madingley Hall website as there might not be room availability via this route.
