Development Studies
Generally, "development studies" means the systematic study of problems, processes and prospects of the developing areas of the world. Development Studies at Berkeley focuses on the global aspect of current development problems and seeks to root student knowledge in the profoundly local and regional character of development trajectories and practice.
Lower Division Requirements and Prerequisites for the Development Studies Major
(prerequisites indicated by asterisks)
- Anthropology 3
- Development Studies 10* (minimum grade of C required)
- Economics 1* or 2* (minimum grade of C required)
- Political Science 2
- Statistics 2, 20, or 21
- Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to four college-level semesters in one modern foreign language
Recommended: Environmental Design 4, Environmental Science, Policy, and Management 10, Geography 4, 20, Math 16A
Departmental Contact
Saba Sohail
saba_sohail@berkeley.edu
(510) 643-4159
101 Stephens Hall #2306
General Catalog Description
http://sis.berkeley.edu/catalog/gcc_view_req?p_dept_cd=DEV+STD
Departmental Website
http://iastp.berkeley.edu/Programs.asp
Other Majors to Consider
Geography
Political Economy
Environmental Economics & Policy
Statistics