Development Studies programs worldwide

Across every region we cover there are development studies programs to weigh up. Use the filters to compare tuition, duration, language of instruction and application timelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find the right program?

Pick a country to browse its dedicated listing, or search across all of them. The filters combine, so you can narrow by degree level, field of study, delivery mode, duration, tuition and language of instruction at the same time.

What is the difference between degree levels?

A bachelor's degree is the first university qualification, typically three to four years. A master's builds on it with one to two years of specialised study, and a doctorate (PhD) is a research degree beyond that. Diplomas and certificates are shorter, more focused qualifications.

Can I study online or part-time?

Yes — use the Delivery Mode filter to show programs recorded as online, hybrid or on-campus. Only programs whose delivery mode is on record can match, so an empty result does not always mean nothing is offered.

Why do some programs show no tuition fee?

We only display fees that institutions publish. When a program shows no fee, check its official program page — linked from the listing — for current tuition and funding options.

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1,903 programs found

Diploma in Community Development

Université des Grands Lacs

Bujumbura, Bujumbura Mairie, Burundi

ugl.bi University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Diploma

Field: Development Studies

Diploma in Community Development and Microfinance

Université du Lac Tanganyika

Bujumbura, Bujumbura Mairie, Burundi

ult.bi/en/ult University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Diploma

Field: Development Studies

Program page

BA/BS in Business Administration and Management (NGO Management & Sustainable Development)

Bujumbura International University

Bujumbura, Bujumbura Mairie, Burundi

biu.bi University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Master in Sustainable Development and CSR Management

Higher School of Audit and Management

Lomé, Maritime, Togo

esamecole.fr University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Diploma in Peacekeeping and Conflict Resolution

Midlands State University World rank #4,349

Gweru, Midlands, Zimbabwe

ww5.msu.ac.zw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Diploma

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Master of Peace and Disarmament

Zimbabwe Open University

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe

zou.ac.zw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Bachelor of Science Honours in Community Development

Women's University in Africa

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe

wua.ac.zw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Bachelor of Science Honours in Peace and Governance

Bindura University of Science Education

Bindura, Mashonaland Central, Zimbabwe

buse.ac.zw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Master of Science in Peace and Governance

Bindura University of Science Education

Bindura, Mashonaland Central, Zimbabwe

buse.ac.zw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

BA/BS in Community Development and Social Service

Catholic University of Mozambique

Beira, Sofala, Mozambique

ucm.ac.mz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Master's in Community Development

Licungo University

Quelimane, Zambezia, Mozambique

unilicungo.ac.mz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

BSc Transformative Community Development

Mzuzu University

Luwinga, Mzuzu 2, Malawi

mzuni.ac.mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

MSc Transformative Community Development

Mzuzu University

Luwinga, Mzuzu 2, Malawi

mzuni.ac.mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

PhD Transformative Community Development

Mzuzu University

Luwinga, Mzuzu 2, Malawi

mzuni.ac.mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Bachelor of Science in Community Development

University of Lilongwe

Lilongwe, Central, Malawi

unilil.ac.mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Bachelor of Arts in Community Development

African Bible College, Malawi

Lilongwe, Central, Malawi

africanbiblecolleges.com/malawi University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Diploma in Community Development

Emmanuel University

Lilongwe, Central, Malawi

emmanueluniversity.ac.mw/en University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Diploma

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Bachelor of Science in Managing Rural and Community Development

ShareWORLD Open University

Lilongwe, Central, Malawi

swu.ac.mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Master of Science in Managing Rural and Community Development

ShareWORLD Open University

Lilongwe, Central, Malawi

swu.ac.mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Bachelor of Community Development

Exploits University

Lilongwe, Central, Malawi

exploitsmw.com University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Diploma in Community Development

Exploits University

Lilongwe, Central, Malawi

exploitsmw.com University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Diploma

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Bachelor of Community Development

Blantyre International University

Blantyre, Southern, Malawi

biu-edu.com University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

Community Development

Offered as: Bachelor's Degree · Diploma

Pentecostal Life University

Lilongwe, Central, Malawi

plu.ac.mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Development Studies

Program page

How to Use This Program Directory

Picking a program is a bigger commitment than picking a university — it decides what you will actually study every day, how long it will take, and what qualification you will graduate with. This directory brings together hundreds of thousands of programs from universities worldwide so you can compare them on the details that matter: degree level, field of study, duration, tuition, and language of instruction.

Start with the country, or countries, you are seriously considering — it shapes tuition, visa rules, and the language you will study in. Each country has its own listing page with browse links for every degree level and major field of study, so you can move from "programs in Germany" to "master's computer science programs in Germany" in two clicks.

Then let the filters do the narrowing. The degree level filter separates bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and shorter qualifications; the tuition filter compares fees within a currency you choose; and the delivery mode filter surfaces online and hybrid options for studying without relocating. Filters combine, so a few selections usually reduce thousands of programs to a readable shortlist.

Finally, open the details of each shortlisted program to compare duration, entry requirements, intakes, and scholarships side by side — and follow the official program page link to verify current fees and deadlines before applying. If you spot a missing program or an error, let us know; we keep the directory accurate and up to date.

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Development Studies programs worldwide

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find the right program?

What is the difference between degree levels?

Can I study online or part-time?

Why do some programs show no tuition fee?

Diploma in Community Development

Diploma in Community Development and Microfinance

BA/BS in Business Administration and Management (NGO Management & Sustainable Development)

Master in Sustainable Development and CSR Management

Diploma in Peacekeeping and Conflict Resolution

Master of Peace and Disarmament

Bachelor of Science Honours in Community Development

Bachelor of Science Honours in Peace and Governance

Master of Science in Peace and Governance

BA/BS in Community Development and Social Service

Master's in Community Development

BSc Transformative Community Development

MSc Transformative Community Development

PhD Transformative Community Development

Bachelor of Science in Community Development

Bachelor of Arts in Community Development

Diploma in Community Development

Bachelor of Science in Managing Rural and Community Development

Master of Science in Managing Rural and Community Development

Bachelor of Community Development

Diploma in Community Development

Bachelor of Community Development

Community Development

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