Course level

Undergraduate

Units

2

Duration

One Semester

Class hours

W

Assessment methods

Presentation, paper, class participation (engagement)

Course enquiries

Dr Lynda Shevellar

This course is not currently offered, please contact the school or faculty of your program.

Course description

From 2014, this course will be offered as SOSC2288.

This course introduces students to the basic approaches, methodologies and techniques of community development within a broader framework of approaches to international development. Students will be introduced to stakeholder analysis, project planning and community participation processes. Students will develop basic skills in community development practice, and will engage in a critical exploration of case studies focused on contemporary challenges both in the domestic and international context.