Topic Course: Careers to Make a Difference in Social Sciences
DEVS 393
300-Level Courses, Undergraduate Topic Courses
Winter 2027
3 Units
In-person
3
one-way Exclusions
Course Description
This course draws on design thinking to enable students to explore the intersection of their values, education, skills, and life goals to contribute to the development of a variety of possible personalized career trajectories. In addition, the course introduces students to a variety of job search skills and resources to help them on their career path.
Learning Outcomes
- Investigate the existing literature, theories, and methodologies relevant to the area of study.
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the specific topic within the context of global development, as emphasized by the faculty member's research interests.
- Choose appropriate analytical frameworks and tools to assess the impact of the selected topic on global development, considering its social, economic, and political dimensions.
- Actively engage in meaningful discussions and debates, demonstrating the ability to articulate complex ideas and make substantial contributions to academic discourse on the topic.
- Develop a comprehensive research project, paper or an equivalent assignment that reflects a sophisticated understanding of the chosen topic and its implications for global development, incorporating insights gained throughout the course.