BSc · Social Sciences
BSc Development Studies
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Greater Accra
Overview
BSc Development Studies gives you an interdisciplinary understanding of how societies can achieve inclusive, sustainable and people-centred development. At Islamic University College, Ghana, you examine Ghana's development challenges while gaining skills that apply to government, civil society and international development work.
What you will study
You study development economics, sociology, governance, public policy, gender and development, environmental sustainability, project management and research methods. The programme develops your abilities in community assessment, data gathering, advocacy, report writing and monitoring development programmes.
Career prospects
You can pursue roles such as development project officer, community development officer, programme assistant, research officer, monitoring and evaluation assistant or social policy officer. Potential employers include NGOs, government departments, local authorities, faith-based organisations, development consultancies, UN agencies and donor-funded projects.
Who this programme may suit
You do well if you are socially aware, interested in community improvement and willing to work across cultures and disciplines. Compassion, initiative, clear communication and careful analysis are valuable qualities.