This course focuses on concepts in development and impact evaluation methods, and examines the main issues faced by developing countries along with their policy responses. Students will develop and apply the knowledge and skills required for policy analysis, evaluation, and the design of policy solutions. The course allows students to reflect on their learning journey and connect the course content to their experiences. It prioritises the enhancement of critical thinking and practical skills needed for diverse roles in various organisations.

One 2-hour in-person seminar x 10 weeks

Students will experience a dynamic learning environment that integrates in-person and online elements. The course adopts an active-blended learning approach, combining face-to-face sessions with 10 hours of asynchronous activities, utilising a variety of digital resources, interactive forums, and multimedia content.

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Reassessments are normally available for all courses, except those which contribute to the Honours classification. For non Honours courses, students are offered reassessment in all or any of the components of assessment if the satisfactory (threshold) grade for the overall course is not achieved at the first attempt. This is normally grade D3 for undergraduate students and grade C3 for postgraduate students. Exceptionally it may not be possible to offer reassessment of some coursework items, in which case the mark achieved at the first attempt will be counted towards the final course grade. Any such exceptions for this course are described below. 

Normally, the group-based assessment cannot be reassessed.

This course aims to analyse some of the main social and developmental problems faced by developing countries and possible policy responses.

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. analyse the main social and economic problems confronting developing countries

1. apply appropriate analytical frameworks to assess the potential impacts of development challenges and policies

1. evaluate existing development policies and propose and justify alternative policy responses to address developmental issues effectively

1. articulate development policy recommendations to policy audiences

1. work collaboratively in groups to produce an output relating to development policy and develop teamwork skills.

Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.