XII. Course Descriptions
International Development
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IDEV*2010 International Development Studies W (3-0) [0.50]
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| An introduction to a broad range of topics in international development as studied by various researchers and from perspectives of different social-science disciplines. Special emphasis will be placed on research arising from the seven areas of emphasis in the undergraduate CIDS program, the integration of diverse disciplines and paradigms, and the implications for public policy. Students in the International Development major should complete this course before semester five. Students who do not have the stated prerequisites may seek approval from the faculty advisor for International Development to enroll. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
(ANTH*1150 or ECON*1050), (POLS*2080 or ENVS*2010) |
| Restriction(s): |
Registration in the International Development major, minor or area of concentration or in the Development & Stewardship area of concentration for B.Sc.(Env.) or in the International Trade and Development area of emphasis for BA.APEC. |
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IDEV*3200 Individual Work/Study in International Development S,F,W (3-0) [0.50]
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| This course is intended for students who seek to combine work and study in development with their academic course work. It may be used in connection with internships or work at international development agencies or other appropriate businesses and organizations (in Canada and abroad), for research and/or experience in a developing country, or for other practica or programs. Any faculty member at the University of Guelph with appropriate expertise may supervise the work/study project. In each case, the student and faculty member will agree on an outline of the work/study project and evaluation criteria. In all cases the project will involve a writing component. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
10.00 credits |
| Restriction(s): |
Written approval of the faculty advisor for International Development. |
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IDEV*4190 Regional Context S,F,W (1.5-0) [0.25]
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| In this course students will learn about a region that they intend to study further in an advanced work/study project (IDEV*4200) or in a structured semester abroad. It may be offered as a reading course or as a seminar. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
10.00 credits including IDEV*2010
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| Restriction(s): |
Written approval of the faculty advisor for International Development. |
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IDEV*4500 International Development Seminar F,W (3-0) [0.75]
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| This course brings together students in international development in their final year of study to examine key debates and to integrate knowledge from different areas of emphasis in the specialization. Students draw from a variety of disciplinary and inter-disciplinary perspectives in lectures, text-based seminars and in reaction to guest speakers. In addition, students develop and present research projects which focus theoretical insight on practical concerns. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
15.00 credits |
| Restriction(s): |
Registration in BA International Development major. 68% average in all course attempts in the International Development core. Written approval of the faculty advisor for International Development. |
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