M.Phil in International Development Studies
The 1.5-year rigorous journey integrates social and natural sciences, encompassing Economics, International Relations, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, and Gender Studies. Whether you come from a social science, humanities, or basic sciences background, this programme opens doors to further studies and thriving careers in national and international organizations. Become a catalyst for positive change in global development and embrace a rewarding path of comprehending and addressing complex development issues.
Program Details & Curriculum
| Course Category | Cr Hrs | Courses |
|---|---|---|
|
Core Courses |
9 |
3 |
|
Electives |
15 |
5 |
|
Thesis/Courses |
6 |
Optional |
|
Total |
30 |
|
Program Duration
1.5 years (3 Semester)
Credit Hours
30 Cr. Hrs.
| Core Courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| Code | Title | Hr (Cont Hr) |
| IDS610 | Advanced Research Methods | 3 |
| IDS614 | Global Poverty: Alleviation Strategies | 3 |
| Elective | ||
| Elective | ||
| Semester 2 | ||
| IDS611 | International Development: Philosophical Foundation, Theories and Debates | 3 |
| Elective | ||
| Elective | ||
| Elective | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| Thesis | 6 | |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Code | Title | Hr (Cont Hr) |
| IDS612 | Theories of International Relations | 3 |
| IDS613 | Contemporary International Systems | 3 |
| IDS615 | Public Policy, Governance and Development | 3 |
| IDS616 | Globalization and Developing Countries | 3 |
| IDS617 | Global Political Economy | 3 |
| IDS618 | Social Development in Developing Societies | 3 |
| IDS619 | Conflict, Peace and Development | 3 |
| IDS620 | Global Human Security | 3 |
| IDS621 | Politics of Development | 3 |
| IDS622 | Global Civil Society | 3 |
| IDS623 | Women and Development | 3 |
| IDS624 | Human Rights and Development | 3 |
| IDS625 | Issues in Rural Development | 3 |
| IDS626 | Transnational Migration and Development | 3 |
| IDS627 | Global Sustainable Development | 3 |
| IDS628 | Urbanization and Development | 3 |
| IDS629 | Culture and Community Development | 3 |
| IDS631 | Seminar: International Development Studies | 3 |
| IDS632 | Development Research: Survey Techniques | 3 |
| IDS633 | Statistical Analysis and Interpretation | 3 |
| IDS634 | Special Topics | 3 |
| IDS635 | Selected Readings | 3 |
| IDS636 | Independent Study – I | 3 |
| IDS637 | Independent Study – II | 3 |
| IDS640 | Thesis | 6 |