Master of Arts in International Development and Cooperation

Masters Degree 2 Years On-Campus South Korea
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About This Programme

The International Development and Cooperation (IDC) degree program combines the study of economic and political development internationally, institutionally, and bilaterally to give students a broad overview of the field. The curriculum is multidisciplinary in its approach and is designed to familiarize students with the basic theories of economic development, overseas development assistance, international political economy, international institutionalism, and environmentally sustainable development practices. The program provides students with the tools needed to develop as effective practitioners of international development and assistance programs within government agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations Non-ProfitOrganizations (NPOs), and international development agencies. IDC courses incorporate the dominant viewpoints of developed, developing, and underdeveloped countries worldwide. The program aims to help students acquire a well-rounded view of developmental strategies that affect policies and the implementation and effectiveness of IDC practices.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Program Officer (UNDP, World Bank, African Union), Development Cooperation Specialist, Humanitarian Affairs Officer, Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution Advisor, Aid Effectiveness Coordinator, Migration and Refugee Policy Specialist, Foreign Service Officer (Development Desk), Policy Analyst (International Development), Bilateral Cooperation Advisor, Project Manager (Education, Health, Livelihoods), Advocacy and Campaign Strategist, Community Development Coordinator, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist, Gender and Inclusion Specialist, Grants and Partnerships Manager.

Eligibility Requirements
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Post Study Work Visa availability - YES
Admission Requirement
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Ajou University below;

1. Bachelor Certificate

2. Bachelor Transcript

3. English proficiency Letter from University

4. Statement of Purpose

5. Passport

6. Recommendation Letter

7. CV

8.  WASSCE/A level Certificate 

9. Parents ID

English Language Requirement

Ajou University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Programme Details
Masters Degree Level
2 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
South Korea Country
Intakes
January, 2026
April, 2025 → October, 2025
Closed
September, 2026
October, 2025 → June, 2026
Open
January, 2027
April, 2026 → October, 2026
Likely Open
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