Master of Arts Agriculture and Rural Development

About this program

The course provides first-class training in how agriculture supports rural development and poverty reduction, particularly in low-income countries. It combines social sciences, economics, and natural resource studies to help you understand global processes shaping rural livelihoods and policy.You’ll be taught by leading researchers from UEA’s renowned School of Global Development—experts who contribute to major institutions such as the World Bank, FAO, and UNDP. Their direct experience infuses the learning with authentic case studies and deep insights.

Entry requirements

• Academic requirement: Master's Degree
• Language requirement: IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/DUOLINGUO
• Age requirement: Less than 25 Years Old

Why study Master of Arts Agriculture and Rural Development at University of East Anglia

• This program offers first-class training in how agriculture can combat poverty and fuel rural development in low-income countries. It merges critical theory with empirical insights and real-world case studies to explore global agricultural policies, rural livelihoods, and development strategies. You're not just studying—you're honing tools for real-world change.
• You’ll gain in-depth understanding of how major players like the World Bank, FAO, and UNDP shape rural policy, alongside grassroots movements like La Via Campesina and Brazil’s Landless Workers Movement. This balance allows you to analyze development issues from policy tables to field communities.
• Faculty in UEA’s School of Global Development bring extensive hands-on experience in agriculture and rural work across low-income settings. Their expertise ensures your learning reflects contemporary challenges—and practical solutions.
• You’ll build strong analytical and policy planning skills, preparing you for roles in international development, NGOs, government, or further academic study (like PhD). Graduates have joined organizations like Oxfam, UNDP, WaterAid, and more.
• UEA is part of the Norwich Research Park, one of the largest bioscience campuses in Europe. This enhances collaboration and access to cutting-edge research in agriculture and sustainability.