Education
IGNOU launches one-year MA in Development Studies for 4-year graduates
The Indian Express44m
THE BRIEF
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The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has launched a one-year Master of Arts in Development Studies (MADVSOY) programme for the July 2026 session.
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Open to graduates with four-year undergraduate degrees, professional agriculture degrees, or four-year BTech qualifications, the 40-credit postgraduate course spans two semesters.
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Priced at ₹8,000, the curriculum covers development theories, research methodology, and electives including corporate social responsibility, gender studies, and urban development.