Critical Debates in Development Theory (807AF)
Critical Debates in Development Theory
Module 807AF
Module details for 2025/26.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module learning outcomes
Systematically understand key theories and paradigms which have shaped development thinking and practice.
Demonstrate critical awareness of the implications of these theories and paradigms for development policy and/or practice.
Critically appraise development theories and paradigms in light of scholarship from the Global North and the Global South.
Select and apply one or more theories relevant to the module to analyse complex development issues of their choosing
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T1 Week 8 | 100.00% |
| Essay (3000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 2 Thu 16:00 | 60.00% |
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 | Seminar | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
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