Development studies is an interdisciplinary field of social science. The meaning of ‘development’ is to enhance human wellbeing in developing countries including Africa, Asia, the Pacific and Latin America. The course introduces development theories, colonisation, industrialisation, rural development, urbanization, gender, health, education and the environment. Graduates choose careers with international development organisations including the United Nations and non-government organisations.

Course detail

Semester of offer Subject to change

• Sunshine Coast: Semester 1

Units

12.00

EFTSL

0.125

Student contribution band

Band 1

Tuition fee

Behavioural Science, Social Studies:

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Course outline

SCS140 Course Outline Semester 1, 2020 (PDF 198KB)

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