Monash University Handbook 2010 Postgraduate - Unit

Synopsis

Starting from an overview of the aid industry since 1945, this subject canvasses arguments for and against foreign aid, then considers the contributions to world development of bilateral, multilateral and non-government agencies, and the relations between these forms of aid, with special emphasis on Australia's role. To conclude, some current issues relating to aid will be examined.

Objectives

On completing this subject, students should be able to understand, analyse and assess the major philosophical and empirical arguments for and against foreign aid; understand the major trends in the theory and practice of foreign aid; understand the work of aid agencies; and engage in reasoned analysis and debate on the numerous contested issues in this field of study. Fifth year students should acquire a deeper knowledge of the working of and relations between non-government aid organizations.

Assessment

Written work: 90%
Class participation/presentation: 10%

Contact hours

2 hours (1 x 2 hour seminar) per week

Prohibitions

PLM5070,PLM5075