Development and International Cooperation Sciences
Sapienza University of Rome offers the Master's in Development and International Cooperation Sciences, a two-year, full-time on-campus program that focuses on the study of global development challenges and the role of international cooperation. The program covers key areas such as poverty alleviation, sustainable development, humanitarian aid, and the policies that guide international cooperation for development.
Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in international development, policy analysis, and humanitarian aid, with the expertise to contribute to global solutions for social and economic challenges. The program ensures that students gain practical skills in project management and the ability to design and implement development strategies in diverse international contexts.
Key Facts
Program Structure
Semester 1 - Foundations in Development and International Cooperation Sciences
- Introduction to Development Studies and Global Challenges
- International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid
- Development Economics and Policy
- Research Methods in International Cooperation
Semester 2 - Advanced Development and International Cooperation
- Sustainable Development and Global Health
- Gender and Development
- Seminar: Innovations in International Development
- Research Project / Fieldwork in Development Studies
Semester 3 - Specialization & Applied Research
- Humanitarian Aid and Policy Implementation
- Education and Empowerment in Developing Countries
- Research Project / Fieldwork in International Cooperation
- Elective Modules in International Law or Development Economics
Semester 4 - Master’s Thesis & Final Project
- Independent Research / Thesis
- Data Analysis and Development Solutions
- Presentation & Academic Portfolio Development
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Development and International Cooperation Sciences program are well-prepared for careers in international development, humanitarian aid, and policy analysis. They can work as development specialists, international aid coordinators, policy analysts, and project managers. With the growing need for sustainable development initiatives worldwide, professionals in this field are highly sought after. Graduates often work with NGOs, government agencies, international organizations, and research institutions, contributing to development projects and humanitarian efforts around the world.
Why Choose This Program
The Development and International Cooperation Sciences program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of global development challenges, international cooperation, and policy analysis. Students gain practical experience in project management, international relations, and development economics. The program’s focus on sustainable development ensures that graduates are prepared to tackle the world’s most pressing development challenges.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +39 06 4991 1
Email: urp@uniroma1.it
Address: Sapienza University of Rome, Piazzale Aldo Moro 5, 00185 Rome, Italy
