SOCY6045 Third World Development
| Offered By | School of Sociology |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Sociology |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2013 and Second Semester, 2014 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description | The course surveys various sociological perspectives on global change and development. The course is divided into three components: theories of development; resistance and development; and globalisation and development. The first section charts the history of the concept of development. Using a variety of case studies from Russia to Central America and Africa, the second section examines resistance to social and political inequalities and their relationship to social change and development. The final section draws upon contemporary critiques of development and progress and examines the concept of globalisation. These approaches will be assessed through examining a range of contemporary issues, ranging from the advent of the Newly Industrialising Countries (NICs), global consumerism, environmental degradation and global institutions. Students will be encouraged to take these issues and apply them to their own specific fields of interest in any aspect of global development. |
| Indicative Assessment | Three reflective markers on student engagement with material and progress (600 words -10%; 750 words 15%; 1000 words 20%); research essay 3,500 words 45%; tutorial participation 10%. |
| Workload | Is three hours contact per week (2 lectures and 1 tutorial) over 11 weeks, plus tutorial preparation time plus 2 weeks essay preparation and one hour course summary final lecture |
| Course Classification(s) | TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses. |
| Areas of Interest | Sociology |
| Incompatibility | SOCY2030 |
| Recommended Courses | This course is for those with an interest in development and who have a three year undergraduate degree. |
| Programs | Master of Globalisation |
| Academic Contact | Tom Chodor and Adrian Bazbauers |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2013 website applies to the 2013 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2012 website.
