Graduate Diploma in Development Studies

This postgraduate diploma focuses on development studies within social sciences, humanities, and related fields. Students with prior academic qualifications or relevant work experience in development-related subjects can enroll. The program prepares students for roles involving planning, management, and advocacy in various development contexts.

At least second class 2nd division (2:2) with Mean 60 in Social Sciences, Humanities, or related junior degree recognized by NUL. Alternatively, advanced certificate in Development Studies with at least 3 Credits in development subjects and 4 years continuous work experience in recognized institution or agency. Equivalent criteria approved by department and Faculty also accepted.

• Educator
• Development project or programmes’ manager or community developer
• Consultant or researcher or socio-economic planner or development-economic planner/advocator/environmental programmes manager
• Positions in Non-government or International Governmental Organizations and International Development Agencies including UN development organs
• Roles in various government ministries dealing with rural, agricultural, environmental and urban development
• Positions in the public and private sector