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Institute of Development Studies: Courses, Admission, Cost

Brighton, East Sussex, UK

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Private Institute
Estd. 1966

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About Institute of Development Studies

Institute of Development Studies is a private university which was founded in 1966. It's main campus is located in Brighton, UK. The university offers 8 courses at the graduate level in 4 streams. These courses are M.Sc and M.A., provided for a duration of 1 year. The first-year tuition fee at Institute of Development Studies for graduate course is GBP 22,575 - 22,575. As part of the application process, Indian students have to fulfil minimum requirements and have a valid score in entrance or language exams IELTS.

Year of establishment

1966

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Institute of Development Studies courses

Institute of Development Studies offers 8 courses, across 4 streams at the graduate level. Engineering, Business & Management Studies, Science and Humanities & Social Sciences are among the most popular streams, whereas, Environmental Sciences, Development Studies, Food & Nutrition and Power Engineering are the specialisations that international choose. At graduate level, students can choose from popular courses such as M.Sc and M.A.. These courses can be completed over a duration of 1 year.

M.Sc.

4 Courses

4.1(1)1 year

1st year Tution Fees

₹26 L

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M.A.

4 Courses1 year

1st year Tution Fees

₹26 L

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MBA/PGDM

1 Course1 year

1st year Tution Fees

₹26 L

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Institute of Development Studies Admission 2026

For Institute of Development Studies admission, Indian students have to apply online through the official website. The general admission requirements include meeting the entry requirements and English language proficiency requirements. The Institute of Development Studies accepts English Language exam scores such as IELTS as a proof. Also at the end of application process, there is an application fee.

Application fees :No Fees
Type of deadline :Depends on course

Documents

Type of documents	Applicable for
SOP	Not required
LOR	Not required
Essays	Not required
CV	Needed for few courses
Additional documents	Required

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M.Sc.

M.A.

MBA/PGDM

MSc Climate Change, Development and Policy icon

1 year

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹26.2 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

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MA Food and Development icon

1 year

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹26.2 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

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MA Globalisation, Business and Development icon

1 year

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹26.2 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

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MA Power, Participation and Social Change icon

1 year

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹26.2 LGet Fee Details

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Institute of Development Studies
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4.1/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

100% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Multi-dimensional

Liberal

Academically oriented

Internships4

Part time work3

Post study jobs3

Quality of faculty5

Student Life5

Value for money4

Public transportation5

Safety5

Indian Food5

Permanent Immigration2

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MSc Climate Change, Development and Policy - Batch of 2025

4.1

Lively and diverse campus.

Tips: I'm studying M.Sc. Climate Change, Development and Policy. It's a collaborative course between the Institute of Development Studies primarily and the University of Sussex. Located in Brighton, UK. There was definitely a cultural shift in terms of lifestyle and societal norms. However, there was a massive cohort of Indian students, and IDS provides 4000 scholarships to Indian Students as well. All festivals were celebrated on campus, like Diwali and Holi, so it was homely at times. There was also a large number of international students, providing good exposure to other cultures. The University of Sussex campus is also lovely, as it is located in the South Downs, giving access to lovely nature-filled trails and views. Overall, I am very happy and satisfied with my experience.

Likes (Safety): I have never felt unsafe or uncomfortable in Brighton. It is extremely safe and very student-friendly. I've been out for many late nights, coming back alone at odd hours and it has never been a bad experience. There are 24/7 bus services, so transport has also not been an issue.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The chances of permanent settlement seem a bit difficult at this moment because the job market is tough, and getting a sponsored visa is highly difficult. To begin with, you can apply for a 2-year post-study work visa, allowing you to work and find jobs that might let you stay back in the long run. It is tricky, but worth a shot if you are determined to stay. However, if given the opportunity, I would definitely want to permanently settle down here.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 500

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 26000

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Institute of Development Studies Fees

The cost of attending Institute of Development Studies depends on the course an Indian student applies for. The annual tuition for graduates is GBP 22,575 - 22,575. Other expenses are also included in the total cost of attending the university. These are hostel fees, food, books and supplies, and other personal expenses.

Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees	Duration & Eligibility
M.Sc.(4 courses)	INR 26 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 1 year Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7
M.A.(4 courses)	INR 26 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 1 year Exam Accepted: IELTS: 7 & Above
MBA/PGDM(1 course)	INR 26 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 1 year Exam Accepted: IELTS

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