Development Studies

Key information

Start date
End date
Year of study
Any
Duration
Term 1
Module code
15IC-UDVS
FHEQ Level
3
Credits
15
Department
Foundation College

Module overview

This is a vibrant multidisciplinary field drawing on economics, politics, law, anthropology and other social science subjects.

Current discussions on development issues are analysed on the module including, how levels of development should be measured, Sustainable Development Goals, the effect of colonialism and weaknesses in political governance on the development process, the impact of grassroots protest movements and the work of NGOs, and the role of foreign aid as a vehicle for development.

Case studies covered include

  • The successful development of East and SE Asia, focusing on Japan, China, South Korea, Vietnam and Thailand.
  • Foreign investment in Africa, focusing on Ghana and Tanzania.
  • Social and economic development issues in South Asia, including gender in India and microfinance in Bangladesh.
  • Cultural movements in Latin America and the US, focusing on environmental groups.

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