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Introduction to Development Studies I

This course, Introduction to Development Studies I (DES 111), is designed for first-year economics students. It provides an in-depth knowledge of how development studies evolved. The course covers the definition and importance of development studies, factors influencing developed countries, and an overview of development theories. It also discusses colonization, industrialization, rural development, urbanization, gender, health, education, and the environment.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Development StudiesColonizationIndustrializationUrbanizationEnvironment

Course Overview

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Course Difficulty

Beginner Level
Perfect for newcomers to the field
35%
beginner
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Meaning of Development Studies

2

Importance of Development Studies

3

Development Theories

4

Colonization and Industrialization

5

Rural Development and Urbanization

6

Gender Issues in Development

7

Health Issues in Development

8

Education and Environment

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Industry Applications

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Government AgenciesNon-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)International Development OrganizationsResearch InstitutionsConsulting Firms

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Meaning and Importance of Development Studies

2h

Unit 1: Definition and meaning of Development and Development Studies

2 study hours
  • •Understand the definitions of development and development studies.
  • •Explore the characteristics and nature of development studies.
Week
2

Module 1: Meaning and Importance of Development Studies

2h

Unit 2: Importance of Development Studies

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the historical overview of development studies.
  • •Analyze the reasons why development studies should be studied.
Week
3

Module 1: Meaning and Importance of Development Studies

2h

Unit 3: Development Countries and Factor that influenced Development of Developed Countries

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the historical review of the development processes of developed countries.
  • •Explain the reasons for undeveloped of developing countries.
Week
4

Module 1: Meaning and Importance of Development Studies

2h

Unit 4: Overview of Development Theories

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the historical evolution of the development processes.
  • •Discuss some development and growth theories.
Week
5

Module 2: Colonisation, Industrialisation and Development

2h

Unit 1: Colonization and Industrialization

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the definitions and meaning of colonization.
  • •Explain the linkages between colonization and industrialization.
Week
6

Module 2: Colonisation, Industrialisation and Development

2h

Unit 2: Rural Development and Urbanization

2 study hours
  • •Understand the definitions and meaning of rural area.
  • •Understand the term urbanization.
Week
7

Module 2: Colonisation, Industrialisation and Development

2h

Unit 3: Gender Issues in Development

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the meaning of gender.
  • •Analyze gender and household income.
Week
8

Module 2: Colonisation, Industrialisation and Development

2h

Unit 4: Health Issues in Development

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the meaning of health and health education.
  • •Analyze healthcare and healthcare outcomes.
Week
9

Module 3: Education and Environment

2h

Unit 1: Education

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the meaning of education.
  • •Enumerate types of education.
Week
10

Module 3: Education and Environment

2h

Unit 2: The Environment

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the meaning of environment.
  • •Enumerate types of environment.
Week
11

Module 3: Education and Environment

2h

Unit 3: The How Education and Environment Enhance Human Wellbeing in Developing Countries in Africa and Asia

2 study hours
  • •Discuss education and human capital development in Africa.
  • •Evaluate environment and enhancement of human wellbeing in Africa.
Week
12

Module 3: Education and Environment

2h

Unit 3: The How Education and Environment Enhance Human Wellbeing in Developing Countries in Africa and Asia

2 study hours
  • •Assess education and human capital development in Asia.
  • •Discuss environment and enhancement of human wellbeing in Asia.
Week
13

Module 3: Education and Environment

4h

Unit 4: How Education and Environment Enhance Human Wellbeing in Developing Countries in The Pacific and Latin America.

2 study hours
  • •Discuss education and human capital development in the Pacific.
  • •Evaluate environment and enhancement of human wellbeing in the Pacific.

Unit 4: How Education and Environment Enhance Human Wellbeing in Developing Countries in The Pacific and Latin America.

2 study hours
  • •Assess education and human capital development in Latin America.
  • •Discuss environment and enhancement of human wellbeing in Latin America.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review definitions and key concepts from Units 1-4 on development theories and their historical context.

2

Create a comparative chart outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each development theory discussed in Module 1.

3

Focus on understanding the socio-economic impacts of colonization and industrialization covered in Module 2.

4

Practice applying concepts of gender equality and health indicators to real-world development scenarios.

5

Outline the key environmental challenges and sustainable solutions discussed in Module 3, focusing on Africa, Asia, Pacific and Latin America.

6

Create mind maps linking education, environment, and human well-being, emphasizing case studies from developing countries.

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