Daffodil International University

Department of English

Course Description: Summer 2021

Course Title: Introduction to Development Studies

Course Code: ENG005

Course Teacher: Dr. Mohammad Jalal Uddin Sikder (JUS)

Office Room No:

Email: jalal.uddin@diu.edu.bd ; mdsikder@yahoo.com

Mobile:  +8801712002138

I.                   Class Routine & Counseling Hours

II         Course Description

Introduction to Development Studies is a multidisciplinary branch of social sciences that addresses issues of development in developing countries. It deals with socio-cultural, political, economic and environmental factors that impact societal changes.  The course is designed to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge of development at local, regional, national and international levels.

III        Purposes and Objectives

Introduction to Development Studies is to give the students learn main theories, concepts and debates in the field of development studies. This course also helps students explore what can be done to promote development through constructive policies and projects, and learn to analyse the economic, social, political, cultural and environmental impacts of specific initiatives.

IV.      Teaching Method

Teaching will cover the areas of lectures, power point presentations, participative discussions and problem solving. Students are highly encouraged to participate in discussion and problem solving sessions. Active participation in the class will carry credit.

 V.     Scheme of Assessment

Assessment with be by group presentation and written examination. All presentations and answers must be written in English. Candidate will be required to submit one assignment. 

VI.       Evaluation:

Attendance Policy: Consecutive 6 unauthorized absences will however expel the students from the course.