Master of Arts in Development Management by Coursework and Dissertation
Entry Requirements
A candidate shall be deemed eligible for consideration for admission into a master’s degree in
Development Management if they hold the following qualifications:
i. At least a second-class degree of the University of Dar es Salaam or an equivalent degree from a recognised institution of higher learning. Candidates who hold an unclassified degree (e.g. MD) should have at least a B grade average in the subject of intended Masters Study.
ii. Candidates with pass degree may also be considered for admission if:
a) their undergraduate performance in the proposed subject of study was a B grade or higher; or
b) they have satisfied the Institute of Development Studies their academic potential through subsequent research experience and/or additional training;
iii. Candidates with a coursework average of B+ or higher in specified postgraduate diplomas may upgrade to registration for a dissertation leading to a relevant Masters degree.