Description
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies
The programme aims to provide candidates with a sound theoretical grounding in the principles and practices of economic development as it pertains to policy, research of policy and implementation of policy in a development context. Candidates will demonstrate the following exit-level competences:
- An in-depth knowledge and understanding of the complexities of policy theory as it applies to the principles and practices of economic development as well as the roles played by different stakeholders and drivers in policy development and implementation;
- A clear understanding of and the ability to apply the concepts of methods of analysis;
- The ability to design and implement appropriate research projects, apply relevant research methods and present reports in appropriate format in a development context;
- The ability to measure the performance of different areas, countries and institutions in terms of economic development by applying appropriate criteria.
Career Prospects
The course is ideally suited for candidates interested in exploring and resolving the many different issues that the developing world faces. The curriculum essentially covers components of Social Sciences, History, Political Science, etc.
Such graduates are hired in fields such as Policing, Social work, Community Service, Civil Services, Law, among others.
- Policy Analyst
- Social Worker
- Community Service Officer
- Policy Advisor
Entry Requirement for Diploma and Under graduate Degrees
Minimum entry requirements are (5) “O” level credit or better and must include English
language, any science and Mathematics in some programs.
