IDS
INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
IDS 2001
Introduction to International Development Studies
3 ch (3C) [W]
Examines the major social, economic and political characteristics of the Third World, and
discusses underdevelopment, dependency, the bases of political and economic domination
of the Third World by the developed world, social stratification, the position of elites and the
interaction of culture and poverty. Offered annually.
IDS 3002
Seminar in International Development Studies
3 ch (3C) [W]
Deals intensively with all the major issues of development studies and the relationship
between the developed and the developing world. Some of the issues covered are
globalization, foreign aid, women and development, trade liberalization, ethnic rivalries,
urbanization and poverty. Prerequisite: IDS 2001 .
IDS 4003
IDS Practicum
3 ch
The student will be required to conceptualize , create and complete a project in partnership
with the staff of the MCAF( Multicultural Association of Fredericton) or similar agency. This
project must deal with issues such as refugees, resettlement or cultural readjustment. The
student will be mentored by the staff of the MCAF and the Director of IDS, and must
chronicle and critically reflect on his/her work as it progresses. This experience will provide
the student with valuable practical skills and opportunities to acquire insights into and
better understanding and knowledge of new-immigrant and refugee groups. Enrollment will
be limited. Prerequisite IDS 2001 and the permission of the Director.
IDS 4900
Honours Thesis in International Development Studies
6 ch [W]
An in-depth independent research project on an important issue concerning development
studies. Offered annually. Prerequisite: IDS 3002