Stream

Development Studies - COMDE13420

Stream Summary

Faculty: ARTSC - Faculty of Arts&Social Science

School: School of Social Sciences

Contact: School of Social Sciences

Program: 3420 - Social Research and Policy

Award(s):

Bachelor of Social Research and Policy (Major)

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Stream Outline

THIS STREAM IS FOR STUDENTS COMMENCING FROM 2016.

In a major in Development Studies, you will develop a comprehensive knowledge of the world of ‘development’, including foreign aid, humanitarian assistance, state welfare and local initiatives. You will learn the causes and consequences of uneven development, and be part of the debate as to what type of development, if any, is required to improve people’s lives. Upon graduation, you will have a deep critical understanding of development issues at a level of competency sufficient for a career in development, either as a development practitioner, policy maker, researcher or educator.

Learning Outcomes for Development Studies

Upon successful completion of a Development Studies stream, you will be able to:
  • Articulate a grounded understanding of development concepts, theory and issues sufficient for working in development research or practise;
  • Demonstrate knowledge of a range of theoretical and practical skills for critical analysis of development-related problems;
  • Show a critical understanding of the key debates in development studies and ability to articulate your own perspectives;
  • Show an understanding of key development actors, the different roles they play, obstacles to effective co-operation and how to best overcome them; and
  • Offer an international outlook that recognises the interconnected nature of current events and politics in different parts of the world.

Stream Structure

If you wish to gain a major stream in Development Studies you must complete 60 units of credit including 12 UOC of core courses at Level 1, 24 UOC at Level 2 including 12 UOC of Level 2 core courses and 24 UOC at Level 3 including the 6 UOC Level 3 core course.

Level 1

You must complete the following Level 1 core courses:

Level 2

You must complete the following Level 2 core courses:
And EITHER the following 12 UOC:
or 6 UOC from the above AND 6 UOC from the following:

Level 3

You must complete the following Level 3 core course:
And EITHER the following 18 UOC:
or 12 UOC from the above AND 6 UOC from the following:
Development Studies

Study Levels

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