The Institute Of Development Studies
Also known as: Ids
The Institute of Development Studies is a leading global institution for development research, teaching and learning, and impact and communications, based at the University of Sussex. IDS hosts numerous research clusters and postgraduate courses and a host of web-based knowledge services.
Activities & Mission
The Institute of Development Studies is a leading global institution for development research, teaching and learning, and impact and communications, based at the University of Sussex. IDS hosts numerous research clusters and postgraduate courses and a host of web-based knowledge services.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 80% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 14% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 76% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £23,363,000 | £26,919,000 | £23,282,000 | £9,784,000 | £5,263,000 | 250 / 0 |
| 2024 | £26,261,000 | £29,778,000 | £29,717,000 | £13,405,000 | £9,012,000 | 251 / 0 |
| 2023 | £31,762,000 | £31,899,000 | £31,846,000 | £8,607,000 | £2,185,000 | 260 / 0 |
| 2022 | £29,174,000 | £29,722,000 | £29,678,000 | £7,090,000 | £452,000 | 258 / 0 |
| 2021 | £31,422,000 | £28,129,000 | £28,077,000 | £13,132,000 | £5,710,000 | 255 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Institute Of Development Studies
What does The Institute Of Development Studies do?
The Institute of Development Studies is a leading global institution for development research, teaching and learning, and impact and communications, based at the University of Sussex. IDS hosts numerous research clusters and postgraduate courses and a host of web-based knowledge services.
How much income did The Institute Of Development Studies report in 2025?
The Institute Of Development Studies reported total income of £23.36m and reported expenditure of £26.92m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Institute Of Development Studies?
The Institute Of Development Studies has a program ratio of 99.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 80% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Institute Of Development Studies registered as a charity?
The Institute Of Development Studies was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 June 1966 as charity number 306371. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Institute Of Development Studies?
The Institute Of Development Studies is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Deepak Nayyar. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Institute Of Development Studies operate?
The Institute Of Development Studies operates in Brighton And Hove, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Institute Of Development Studies a registered charity?
Yes — The Institute Of Development Studies is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 306371.
Details
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX
FALMER
BRIGHTON
EAST SUSSEX
BN1 9RE
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- 14 May 2026
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