BSc · Social Sciences
BSc Development Studies
SD Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Upper West
Overview
BSc Development Studies prepares you to understand development challenges and design responses that improve livelihoods, institutions and communities. At SD Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies, you gain a practical perspective that connects social development with economic opportunity and local realities.
What you will study
You study development economics, governance, sociology, entrepreneurship, gender, environmental sustainability, project management and research methods. You learn to assess community needs, design interventions, manage projects, analyse evidence and evaluate development outcomes.
Career prospects
You can work as a development practitioner, project officer, programme coordinator, community development officer, research assistant, monitoring and evaluation officer or policy support officer. Employers include NGOs, local government, development consultancies, social enterprises, government agencies and international organisations working in Ghana and abroad.
Who this programme may suit
You thrive if you are community-minded, adaptable and interested in connecting ideas with practical solutions. Strong teamwork, initiative, communication and problem-solving skills will help you make an impact.