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865-0000-03L 2 Credits WBZ , NDS D-GESS

Contemporary Development Debate

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Isabel Günther, Dr. Christopher Humphrey, Shruti Patel, Dr. Medinat Malefakis
Only for CAS in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. Registration only through the NADEL homepage.
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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:09

Abstract

The training course provides an introduction into strategic schools of thought that are important in current theoretical discussions and policies of development cooperation.

Objective

The training course provides an introduction into strategic schools of thought that are important in current theoretical discussions and policies of development cooperation.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
WBZ , NDS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Contemporary Development Debate
Preparation: 1 day individually in the weeks before the course. Course dates: 31.03.2026 – 01.04.2026 Location: CLD A1
No time listed 24 h semesterly

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