What is International Development?

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UEA (University of East Anglia)

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What is International Development?

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What is International Development?

The course What is International Development? is an online class provided by UEA (University of East Anglia) through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Explore the key ideas, concepts and debates around the study of international development, using Nairobi in Kenya as a case study.

Course description

Discover the fascinating study of international development
5 weeks

On this course, you will learn how international development is conceptualised, imagined and communicated as an area of study.
You will consider the ways international development impacts individuals living in different parts of the world, focusing on Nairobi in Kenya.
You will use the example of Nairobi to relate abstract concepts and debates to the lived experiences of real people.
Upon completion of this course, you’ll have a deeper understanding of indicators of development, population growth, migration, urbanisation, and environmental issues like waste and pollution.

Imagining Cities of the South: Media and development
The global city: Trade and economic development
Living in the city: Population, migration and urbanisation
Urban challenges: Housing, infrastructure and waste
Urban futures: NGOs, sustainable development policy and practice

Explain the key ideas, concepts and debates in international development
Evaluate the different meanings and perceptions of development
Investigate how development is measured
Assess how ‘development’and ‘developing countries’ are represented
Explore the causes and consequences of population growth and distribution
Describe urbanisation and the motivations that attract people to cities

This course is designed for anyone interested in diversity across the world.
It will be of particular interest to those considering study or work in international development.

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What is International Development?

Course Topic

Politics & Society

University, College, Institution

UEA (University of East Anglia)

Course Skill Level

see course summary

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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What is International Development?

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / UEA (University of East Anglia) you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.

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