DEVM5007 Advanced theories of development (5 op)

The course includes close reading and reflective writing on selected development theories, their historical origins, main concepts, theoretical underpinnings, and potential implications for development policies and practice.  

The course contributes to the DEICO learning objective: (1) understand the main concepts and theories related to international development, their evolution, and the critical debates around them. It is a continuation for the core course on Development Theories (DEVS3013). Upon completion of the course students will have in-depth understanding and ability to critically reflect selected development theories. The selection of the theories of interest is done together with the instructor. 

DEVS3013 Development Theories

Books and articles on development theories agreed with the instructor.