Local/National Practicum (3) in International Development Studies
International Development Studies · 3 hrs Apprenticeship/Internship/Practicum
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IDS-3199 prerequisites
3 courses appear in this chain, up to 2 levels deep. 3 are needed whichever route you take: IDS-1100 → IDS-2110 → IDS-2171
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Where IDS-3199 counts
Required by 1 program:
- IDS 4-YEAR BA IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Counts toward 2 more as one option among several, not as a course you must take:
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Description
This three-credit hour course is an integrated work experience in a local or national setting. Students work in a relevant organization in a supervised field experience and participate in academic seminars over the course of the semester. Students reflect on, utilize and expand their knowledge of International Development while also practicing workplace and professional writing and integrating development theories with practice. Interested students consult with the Director of Practicum at Menno Simons College 3-months in advance of the term in which they wish to enrol.
Requisite courses
IDS-1100(6), IDS-2110(3), IDS-2171(3) [prerequisite(s)]; and additional 6 credit hours of IDS core courses [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Perm - MSC Pract Dir Required. Students may not hold credit for this course and IDS-3198.
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.