Development and International Relations (DIR) is an intensive two-year (four semesters) master program at Aalborg University, Denmark. It aims at providing an interdisciplinary insight in studies of development and international relations from a social sciences' perspective. DIR gives you the opportunity to become a dynamic practitioner in your field, whether your interests are strategic, managerial, policy-related, or all of the above. You will achieve knowledge about various theoretical approaches to the study of development and international relations, learn to analyse aspects of economic, cultural, political and social developments from an interdisciplinary perspective, and benefit from the experience of working in an intercultural environment derived both from participation in the international degree program at Aalborg University and from an internship. Our learning model rests upon principles of inter-disciplinary, problem-based learning and project work. Today, we are one of the leading universities in this method - but what truly sets us apart is the close connection between students and faculty. It begins by students themselves identifying real-world problems, which they tackle through group projects in cooperation with their supervisor. In a recent OECD evaluation, our teaching model was applauded for being “optimal for learning”. It is possible to study Development and International Relations for one or two semesters as a guest/exchange student. Guest/exchange students studying two semesters will obtain a one-year specialization Diploma. Note that guest/exchange students who are admitted for one semester will only obtain academic credits but not the diploma. Full degree students begin 1 September. Guest/exchange students begin 1 September or 1 February. For information about the application process, deadlines, tuition fee, scholarship etc. please see How to apply to Aalborg University Brochure: Development and International Relations

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