Department of International Development
Established in 1990, LSE’s Department of International Development brings together interdisciplinary postgraduate teaching and research to explore the social, environmental, political and economic processes driving development and change around the world.
We’re ranked #1 in the World for Employability in Development Studies by QS Rankings!
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Global hunger is an early-warning signal for instability and should shape UK security planning states new report
Study explores the links between food insecurity, political crises and global security.
Careers in Action - Alumni Journeys
Discover the inspiring career journeys of LSE International Development alumni and learn how they are addressing complex challenges, driving innovation and creating change in their fields.
How Jude Chisom Erondu pivoted from Development Studies to AI-powered investing
LSE International Development alum Jude Chisom Erondu has built a career spanning sustainable investing, credit analysis, institutional asset management and artificial intelligence.
Rory Dillon on why it pays to zigzag your career
Rory Dillon came to LSE to change careers. A temporary NGO role in Ethiopia became the start of a decade in international development.
Why Moses Mpungu doesn't regret declining a diplomatic posting for an LSE Master's
After choosing LSE's IDHE master's over a diplomatic posting abroad, Moses Mpungu returned to Uganda's foreign service and quickly rose to First Secretary.
How an MSc in Development Studies led Yiwen Sun to a PhD in climate politics
Now a PhD student in Political Science at UCL, Yiwen Sun explains how the MSc Development Studies helped him develop the analytical tools, interdisciplinary perspective, and research interests that underpin his work on trade and climate politics today.
Marie-Noelle Nwokolo on why 'it depends' is a crucial phrase in Development
Since graduating from LSE, Marie-Noelle has "been incredibly fortunate to work across Africa with governments, businesses, think tanks and international organisations on questions of economic transformation, investment and job creation.” Now supporting the Future of Development Cooperation Coalition at the African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET) in Accra, Ghana, she shares what her journey since LSE has taught her, and her advice for current and future International Development students.
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The department is involved in hosting an extensive series of events, ranging from research seminars to public lectures led by influential leaders.