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Pockets of Effectiveness and the Politics
of State-building and Development in Africa

Bringing together years of ESID research, Pockets of Effectiveness and the Politics of State-building and Development in Africa is now available as a free download.

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Undergraduate study

Our BSc Global Development explores the social, economic and environmental challenges faced by the Global South and how to drive forward social justice for all.

 
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Taught master's courses

GDI is the UK's largest university-based postgraduate centre specialising in international development.
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Find out how you can pursue a research degree at the GDI as part of a vibrant research community.

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Our research is centred around seven key groups, each with a range of projects, publications and activities.
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Our research is published in a range of journals and books. We also have an active working paper series, enabling researchers to share the latest research.

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Vision and priorities

The Global Development Institute is where critical thinking meets social justice.

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GDI is made up of 50 academics, up to 100 PhD students and a network of associates from around the world. 

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