ATS2378 International development: Critiques and alternatives

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Evaluate dominant discourses, models and theories in historical and contemporary development;

2. 2

   Explain the role that globalisation plays in global inequalities and the impact and responses of different individuals, collectives and environments;

3. 3

   Analyse the effect of aid and development policies and programs on particular cultures collectives and environments;

4. 4

   Recognise and discuss the culture and approaches of contemporary mainstream and alternative international aid and development organizations, institutions and practitioners;

5. 5

   Read, think and respond reflectively and critically to global issues and challenges;

6. 6

   Utilise developing academic qualitative research skills to locate, link, critically analyse and communicate theory and evidence.