DS C10
Introduction to Development (4 Units)
Three hours of lectures and one hour discussion per week. Pre-Requisites: None

This course provides an introduction to comparative development and serves as a prerequisite for DS 100. The course assumes that students know little about life in Third World countries and are unfamiliar with the relevant theory in political economy of development and underdevelopment. The first part of the course covers the historical patterns of incorporation into an expanding world system and the different theories associated with these processes. The second part deals with a variety of micro and macro phenomena organized around land, labor, and work. This course is cross-listed with Geography C32.(Fall)

DS 10
Introduction to Traditional Asian Cultures (4 Units)
Three hours of lecture and one hour of discussion per week. Pre-Requisites: None

Three hours of lecture and one hour of discussion per week. Formerly 10A. This course is designed to interest students in Asian cultures early in their undergraduate studies. Topics such as trade, social and political formations, religions, food, and expressive culture that have been important in history as well as in contemporary times in East, South, and Southeast Asia will serve as unifying themes. Comparative thinking across regions of Asia and the perspectives of multiple disciplines will be brought to bear on the themes.(Fall)

DS 84
Sophmore Seminar (1-2 Units)
See description. Pre-Requisites: Consent of instructor.

One hour of seminar per week per unit for fifteen weeks. One and one half hours of seminar per week per unit for 10 weeks. Two hours of seminar per week per unit for eight weeks. Three hours of seminar per week per unit for five weeks. Sections 1-2 to be graded on a passed/not passed basis. Sections 3-4 to be graded on a letter-grade basis. Sophomore seminars are small interactive courses offered by faculty members in departments all across the campus. Sophomore seminars offer opportunity for close, regular intellectual contact between faculty members and students in the crucial second year. The topics vary from department to department and semester to semester. Enrollment limited to 15 sophomores. Course may be repeated for credit as topic varies.(Fall, Spring)

DS C100
History of Development and Underdevelopment (4 Units)
Three hours of lectures and one hour discussion per week. Pre-Requisites: DS 10 or related course strongly recommended.

Historical review of the development of world economic systems and the impact of these developments on less advanced countries. Course objective is to provide background against which to understand and assess theoretical interpretations of development and underdevelopment. Cross-listed with Geography C112.(Spring)

DS 130
Cross Listed Topics (1-4 Units)
Variable. Pre-Requisites: Consent of instructor

This course is designed to accommodate cross listed courses offered through other departments, the content of which is applicable to Development Studies majors. Content and unit values vary from course to course. May be used to fulfill major requirements. Appropriate use may be checked in the Group Major Office. Course may be repeated for credit.(Fall, Spring)

DS 140
Special Topics (2 Units)
Three hours of lecture per week for eight weeks. Pre-Requisites: Consent of instructor

A short course designed to provide a vehicle to take advantage of short term visitors coming to campus who have considerable expertise in areas of interest to Development Studies. Topics will vary from semester to semester. Appropriate use may be checked in the Group Major Office. Course may be repeated for credit.(Fall, Spring)

DS 150
Advanced Studies in Development Studies ( Units)
Three hours of lecture per week. Pre-Requisites: None

Advanced multidisciplinary research in current issues and topics of development. Seminars will focus on specific geographical areas with appropriate comparative material included. A major research project is required as well as class presentations. Topics change each semester. Course may be repeated for credit with consent of instructor.(Fall, Spring)

DS 192
Senior Thesis (3 Units)
Individual weekly meetings. Pre-Requisites: Senior Standing and consent of instructor

This course is designed to provide Development Studies students with the opportunity to write a major paper on a topic relevant to their personal course of study. The paper is expected to be at least 30 pages in length. The topic should be agreed upon in advance by both the student and faculty sponsor and may be taken for a letter grade.(Fall, Spring)

DS H195
Senior Honors Thesis Seminar (4 Units)
One three-hour seminar per week. Pre-Requisites: IAS 102 or 118, senior standing with a minimum GPA of 3.6 in the major and a 3.5 for all work completed at the University, consent of instructor.

The honors student is required to research and write a thesis based on the prospectus developed in International and Area Studies 102 or 118. The thesis work is reviewed by the honors instructor and a second reader to be selected based on the thesis topic. Weekly reports required..(Fall, Spring)

DS 197
Field Studies (1-4 Units)
Individual Meetings. Pre-Requisites: Upper division standing and consent of instructor.

Must be taken on a passed/not passed basis. Supervised experience relevant to specific aspects of Development Studies in off campus organizations. Regular individual meetings with faculty sponsor and written reports required. Check with the IASTP Office for specific requirements. Course may be repeated for credit.(Fall, Spring)

DS 198
Directed Group Study (1-4 Units)
Weekly group meetings. Pre-Requisites: Upper division standing and consent of instructor.

Must be taken on a passed/not passed basis. Topic changes each semester. Check with the IASTP Office for topics and specific enrollment requirements. Course may be repeated for credit.(Fall, Spring)

DS 199
Supervised Independent Study & Research for Undergraduates (1-4 Units)
Individual meetings. Pre-Requisites: Upper division standing and consent of instructor.

Must be taken on a passed/not passed basis. Written proposal must be approved by a faculty advisor. Enrollment is restricted by regulations of the College of Letters and Science. Check with the IASTP Office for enrollment information. Course may be repeated for credit.(Fall, Spring)