Bachelor of International Development

Program Overview

The Bachelor of International Development at the University of Adelaide equips students with a comprehensive understanding of global inequality and its root causes. Through an interdisciplinary approach, students gain expertise in development theory, practice, and policy, developing analytical, communication, and critical thinking skills. The program offers minors in various fields and allows for broadening electives, preparing graduates for careers in the development sector and positive global change.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of International Development is an undergraduate degree offered by the University of Adelaide that provides students with a multidisciplinary understanding of global inequality and its root causes. This degree emphasizes the study of development theory, practice, and policy with an interdisciplinary approach comprising political science, economics, sociology, and anthropology. Through this program, students gain expertise in international development issues, acquire essential analytical, communication, and critical thinking skills, and develop a global perspective on social, economic, cultural, and environmental challenges. This comprehensive degree program equips graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue careers in the development sector and contribute to positive change on a global scale.

Outline:

• Core Courses:
• IDS1000 Introduction to International Development
• IDS2000 Development Theory and Practice
• IDS3000 Contemporary Development Issues
• IDS3001 Research Methods in International Development
• IDS3002 Development Policy and Evaluation
• Minors:
• Anthropology
• Chinese Studies
• French Studies
• Gender Studies
• Geography, Environment, and Population
• History
• Indigenous Knowledges and Society
• Indonesian Studies
• Japanese Studies
• Politics and International Relations
• Spanish Studies
• Broadening Electives:
• Electives may be chosen from a wide range of subjects, excluding anthropology, Asian Studies, international development, geography, environment and population, history, politics, and international relations.

Assessment:

• The assessment methods used in the program include:
• Problem-based learning
• Group projects
• Presentations
• Essay writing
• Exams

Teaching:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced academics with expertise in various aspects of international development.
• Teaching methods include:
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Workshops
• Fieldwork
• The program emphasizes experiential learning, which provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world situations.

Careers:

• Upon completing the Bachelor of International Development, graduates will be eligible for a variety of roles in the development sector, including:
• Development Officer
• Policy Adviser
• Project Manager
• Research Analyst
• Humanitarian Aid Worker