Rural
Development is the study of the social, economic, and political
situations in the rural areas. Students learn research procedures to
understand the needs of rural areas, and are equipped with tools to help
develop them. They are taught how to address poverty with innovative
agricultural practices, advance science and policies regarding
sustainable development, and strengthen small economies in rural areas.
Students interested in careers in general education, agriculture, social
work, sociology, economics, or research should opt to study rural
development.
Courses
within rural development studies at Thames are offered under The School
of Social Sciences, where students are encouraged to find and read
material on rural development, to learn from open discussions and guest
lectures as well as examples of development in the global arena.
Students at Thames will also be exposed to field work and internship
opportunities, which will present them with experience before the join
the workplace.
Degrees under which you can study Rural Development