Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, 403.220.6343.
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Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation Studies, Latin American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and Women's Studies.
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Development Studies
201
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Introduction to Development Studies
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An interdisciplinary course focusing on development in both a northern and international context. Explores factors that shape development processes; introduces concepts and issues such as poverty; colonialism and self-determination; human ecology and sustainable development; and appropriate technology. Examines the origins, purposes, and performance of contemporary national and international institutions and their effect on people in different geographical and socio-economic contexts.
Course Hours:
H(2-1)
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Development Studies
375
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Gender and Development
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Examines development from the critical perspective of the key role played by gender in development. Case studies from Canadian and international contexts will provide illustrative material for analyzing the issues that emanate from the gendered nature of development processes and practices.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Development Studies 201 or Women's Studies 201 or consent of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).
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Development Studies
393
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Theories and Applications of Development
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A study of development theories and applications through northern and international case studies. Examines practical manifestations of those theories and approaches in development planning, implementation, and praxis including Modernization theory; dependency theory; basic needs approach; neo-liberalism; the staple thesis; globalization; women in development; gender and development.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Development Studies 201 or 391 or consent of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).
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Development Studies
400
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Field School
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A field course for the on-site interdisciplinary study of a country or region with regard to issues of development from variety of perspectives, e.g., cultural, economic, environmental, geographical, historical and political perspectives. For further information students should contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office of the Program Coordinator.
Course Hours:
F(9-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Program Coordinator.
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Development Studies
401
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Special Topics in Development Studies
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An examination of selected topics in Development Studies. See Schedule of Classes for current topic(s).
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Development Studies
403
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Sustainability and Human Ecology in the Circumpolar Arctic
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The history of northern development and resource management in Canada with emphasis on specific case studies involving sustainability and human ecology in the Circumpolar Arctic. The role of traditional environmental knowledge and its significance to northern development will be examined. Participatory research methodologies may be introduced.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Development Studies 393 or consent of the Faculty.
Antirequisite(s):
Northern Planning and Development 401 and 405.
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Development Studies
405
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Environment and Development
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Students will critically engage with sustainability through study of the intersections between environment and development, such as planning and development, management, and implementation, the political economy of environment, and political ecology. Topics may include political and economic systems, resource depletion, industrial agriculture, biodiversity, gender, hazards, traditional knowledge, and resistance.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Development Studies 393 or consent of the coordinator.
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Development Studies
485
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International and Intercultural Communication
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A seminar in cross-cultural communication at the personal, organizational, societal, and international levels. Discusses the concept of "Globalization" and its implications for communication among different cultures; analyses various theoretical perspectives underlying intercultural communication; explores issues of power, identity and influence; examines intercultural encounters in the context of specific diversified settings; and helps students develop intercultural communication competence.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Completion of at least eight full-course equivalents.
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Development Studies
501
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Research in Selected Topics
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Supervised individual study of a special topic.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
Notes:
Students should contact the Office of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs) at least two weeks prior to the first day of classes to arrange an independent study course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Development Studies
591
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Critical Perspectives on Development Practice and Research
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An interdisciplinary consideration of selected issues and methodologies in development, which will provide students with the critical perspective and skills needed to conceptualize, design, implement and effectively manage community development projects and programs.
Course Hours:
H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Development Studies 375 and 393.
Notes:
Restricted to students registered in the Development Studies Major program.
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