International development
Key Thinkers in Development
Module code: L2145
Level 4
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Coursework
Who are the main thinkers in international development? What do they say, and why do they disagree? Are thinkers from the past still relevant today?
In this module, you’ll explore some of the most influential thinkers in international development. You’ll learn about their contrasting perspectives on global issues and their different visions of what development means.
You’ll be introduced to key figures such as:
- Adam Smith
- Karl Marx
- Frantz Fanon
- Naila Kabeer
- Diane Elson
- Amartya Sen.
This module will help you understand why these thinkers offer differing views on the world and how their ideas continue to shape development today.
Module learning outcomes
- Identify who are key thinkers in international development
- Identify why thinkers hold different views on development
- Critically review diverse approaches to development
- Undertake independent research