Development Studies Special Topics A

Subject 121-543 (2008)

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Credit Points: 12.500
Level: Graduate/Postgraduate
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This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2008:

Semester 2, - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: To be advised
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Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Development Studies at 500-level
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Recommended Background Knowledge: .
Non Allowed Subjects: None
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Coordinator

Dr Salim Lakha
Subject Overview:

This subject involves the study of selected key issues in the field of development studies. It is intended that the subject will assist students in broadening their understanding of development processes and update their knowledge of current debates amongst development theorists and practitioners. This will be achieved by students taking advantage of subjects and/or lectures offered in the School, or through intensive one-off courses offered by visitors with specialist expertise.

Assessment: Written assignments totalling 5000 words, (due date: to be advised at the start of the semester).
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Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:
  • be able to write clear and coherent reports;
  • think critically about conceptual issues;
  • demonstrate relevance of the topic to broader development debates.
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Related Course(s): Master of Development Studies(CWT)

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