Introduction to Social Development (033IDA)
Introduction to Social Development
Module 033IDA
Module details for 2024/25.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Full Module Description
This course introduces students to the field of social development through the examination of a
number of key concepts. For each topic we will look at how different concepts have been applied in
aid policy and practice, and at the debates and controversies they have given rise to. By drawing on
analyses of case studies and examples drawn from different countries, students are encouraged to
reflect critically upon the theoretical, practical, and ethical implications of each notion and to
develop their own views about the applicability of these concepts and their potential impacts in
different social contexts
Module Outline
This course introduces students to the field of social development through the examination of a
number of key concepts. For each topic we will look at how different concepts have been applied in
aid policy and practice, and at the debates and controversies they have given rise to. By drawing on
analyses of case studies and examples drawn from different countries, students are encouraged to
reflect critically upon the theoretical, practical, and ethical implications of each notion and to
develop their own views about the applicability of these concepts and their potential impacts in
different social contexts
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of key theories, concepts and
debates of social development
Demonstrate an ability to critically analyse policy and practice in the
field of social development through primary and secondary sources, and
empirical literature
To relate theoretical concerns to practical issues in the context of policy,
project interventions and research
To apply theoretical insights to the evaluation of the relative strengths
and weaknesses of different forms of social development policy and
intervention
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (3000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 2 Thu 16:00 | 60.00% |
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T1 Week 7 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 3 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Evan Killick
Convenor, Assess convenor
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Prof Anne-Meike Fechter
Assess convenor
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Mr Simon Overton
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