A seminar course that explores the contribution that interdisciplinary theory and research make toward understanding international issues, particularly international development. Topics will include theoretical conceptualization of development, democracy, globalization, and gender. As well, it will engage with debates around issues such as climate change, global inequalities, food security, and the role of civil society groups in development. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursPrerequisite(s): IS 211.3 and IS 212.3; or the permission of the IS program adviser or the Political Studies Department Head. Note: Students with credit for IS 400 may not take this course for credit. It is recommended that students complete HIST 292 and HIST 293 prior to taking this course.
A seminar course that explores the contribution that interdisciplinary theory and research make toward understanding international issues, particularly international development. Topics will include theoretical conceptualization of development, democracy, globalization, and gender. As well, it will engage with debates around issues such as climate change, global inequalities, food security, and the role of civil society groups in development. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursPrerequisite(s): IS 211.3 and IS 212.3; or the permission of the IS program adviser or the Political Studies Department Head. Note: Students with credit for IS 400 may not take this course for credit. It is recommended that students complete HIST 292 and HIST 293 prior to taking this course.
