IDS-31113 credit hours

Development Aid Policy and Practice

International Development Studies · 3 hrs Lecture

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IDS-3111 prerequisites

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IDS-1100Introduction to International Development Studies

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Taking IDS-3111 is a prerequisite for 7 courses directly.

  • CRS-4910Conflict and the Construction of the Other
  • IDS-4100Senior Seminar in International Development Studies
  • IDS-4110Development Theory
  • IDS-4120Honours Thesis
  • IDS-4182Selected Topics in International Development Studies
  • IDS-4193Directed Readings in International Development Studies
  • IDS-4910Conflict and the Construction of the Other

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Description

This course identifies actors in the international development aid system, and their evolving models and methods of aid delivery. Students compare the activities of donor governments, both new and established, and those of inter-governmental organizations. Specific examples are used to scrutinize the impacts of aid-funded projects and programs, and to examine the problems of aid effectiveness and accountability. Students also explore debates about aid's contribution to equitable and sustainable development.

Requisite courses

IDS-1100 or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].

Restrictions

Students may not hold credit for this course and MSC-3201.

Lecture

From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.