2007-2008 University of Guelph Undergraduate Calendar

XII. Course Descriptions

International Development

IDEV*2010 International Development Studies W (3-0) [0.50]
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 B.A.APEC.
IDEV*3010 Case Studies in International Development W (3-0) [0.50]
An in-depth examination of select case studies in international development.
Prerequisite(s): 10.00 credits including IDEV*2010
Restriction(s): Registration in B.A. International Development major. 68% average in all course attempts in the International Development core.
IDEV*3200 Individual Work/Study in International Development S,F,W (3-0) [0.50]
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.
IDEV*4190 Regional Context S,F,W (1.5-0) [0.25]
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
Restriction(s): Written approval of the faculty advisor for International Development.
IDEV*4200 Advanced Work/Study in International Development S,F,W (3-0) [0.75]
Individual work/study option at an advanced level. See IDEV*3200 for course description.
Prerequisite(s): IDEV*4190
Restriction(s): Written approval of the faculty advisor for International Development.
IDEV*4500 International Development Seminar F,W (3-0) [0.75]
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 B.A. International Development major. 68% average in all course attempts in the International Development core. Written approval of the faculty advisor for International Development.