This course implements a multidisciplinary approach in advancing understanding of the issues and challenges of development in contemporary contexts. It is designed to provide an integrated learning experience for students who aim to work on any aspect of development, enabling them to draw connections, identify challenges, and devise critically informed problem-solving strategies.
DVST 302 is a major course in the PhD Development Studies program. It complements the Development Theories and Frameworks course by providing opportunities for students to explore applications of various development frameworks in unpacking specific issues and needs in “people-centered” development practice. Given the multi-dimensional challenges of agriculture and rural development, poverty, illiteracy, malnutrition, food security, environment and natural resource management, the course encompasses politics and governance, economics, and other social science fields.