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Master of Arts in Development StudiesMaster of Arts in Development Studies (online, part-time)

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Friedensau Adventist University Location: Möckern

About the Program

The MA Development has a specific focus on issues around global justice. Students learn about relevant theories as well as the practical realities of the development/aid industry. Everyone is required to do an internship and can choose a field of concentration such as gender, sustainability or migration. The MA prepares thoroughly for a career in development through its emphasis on research methods and project planning. Furthermore, it enables students to develop a critical view on global power relations and to question “development” from a post-colonial perspective. Being highly cosmopolitan with students from all over the world, its specific worth lies in the opportunity to assess international issues through a literally global perspective stemming from the diversity of the student body. General Content Academic Writing and Presentation Skills Theories of Development Critical Reflection on Development Cooperation Poverty Analysis and Social Protection Development Economics Project Planning Empirical Research Methods Internship in the Field of Development Cooperation or Humanitarian Aid Empirical Research Methods Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods Research Oriented Master's Thesis Concentrations Migration, Displacement and Development Gender, Intersectionality and Development Sustainability and Resource Use Electives offered in addition to the concentrations Monitoring and Evaluation of Humanitarian Interventions (MEDI) Human Rights in Theory and Practice International Peace and Conflict Studies Childhood, Children and Child Rights Contemporary Religion and Development Disaster Response and Humanitarian Aid Global Public Health
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The MA Development has a specific focus on issues around global justice. Students learn about relevant theories as well as the practical realities of the development/aid industry. Everyone is required to do an internship and can choose a field of concentration such as gender, sustainability or migration. The MA prepares thoroughly for a career in development through its emphasis on research methods and project planning. Furthermore, it enables students to develop a critical view on global power relations and to question “development” from a post-colonial perspective. Being highly cosmopolitan with students from all over the world, its specific worth lies in the opportunity to assess international issues through a literally global perspective stemming from the diversity of the student body. General Content Academic Writing and Presentation Skills Theories of Development Critical Reflection on Development Cooperation Poverty Analysis and Social Protection Development Economics Project Planning Empirical Research Methods Internship in the Field of Development Cooperation or Humanitarian Aid Empirical Research Methods Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods Research Oriented Master's Thesis Concentrations Migration, Displacement and Development Gender, Intersectionality and Development Sustainability and Resource Use Electives offered in addition to the concentrations Monitoring and Evaluation of Humanitarian Interventions (MEDI) Human Rights in Theory and Practice International Peace and Conflict Studies Childhood, Children and Child Rights Contemporary Religion and Development Disaster Response and Humanitarian Aid Global Public Health

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How do I apply to Master of Arts in Development Studies at Friedensau Adventist University?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Master of Arts in Development Studies at Friedensau Adventist University

Is Master of Arts in Development Studies at Friedensau Adventist University taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Master of Arts in Development Studies programme cost? ▼

2.203 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Master of Arts in Development Studies at Friedensau Adventist University? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Master of Arts in Development Studies? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Friedensau Adventist University — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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