Key Thinkers in Development (L2145)
Key Thinkers in Development
Module L2145
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
Who are the main thinkers in international development? What do they say, and why do they disagree?
Are thinkers from the past relevant today?
In this module we cover some of the most important thinkers in international development, discuss why they provide contrasting ways of understanding the state of the world, and their different visions of what development means.
You will be introduced to thinkers such as Adam Smith, Karl Marx, Frantz Fanon, Naila Kabeer, Diane Elson and Amartya Sen.
Full Module Description
Who are the main thinkers in international development? What do they say, and why do they disagree?
Are thinkers from the past relevant today?
In this module we cover some of the most important thinkers in international development, discuss why they provide contrasting ways of understanding the state of the world, and their different visions of what development means.
You will be introduced to thinkers such as Adam Smith, Karl Marx, Frantz Fanon, Naila Kabeer, Diane Elson and Amartya Sen.
Module learning outcomes
Identify who are key thinkers in international development
Identify why thinkers hold different views on development
Critically review diverse approaches to development
Undertake independent research
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T2 Week 6 | 30.00% |
| Essay | T2 Week 11 | 70.00% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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