Master in Cooperation and Development in Italy 2026/2027

The Master in Cooperation and Development is a one-year postgraduate program in Pavia, Italy, organized by the University of Pavia and Almo Collegio Borromeo. It combines academic learning with professional experience to prepare participants for careers in international development and humanitarian action, including internships and field exposure. The program is taught in English and attracts a diverse international cohort, with a final internship and career guidance components.

Internships lasting 3 to 6 months with NGOs, international organizations, research institutions, foundations or other development actors; career coaching and mentorship; multicultural collaboration; access to university facilities and libraries; professional networking opportunities.

Designed for students and professionals who aspire to careers in humanitarian aid, international cooperation, development policy, NGOs, and global institutions.