DEVT20001 Development in the 21st Century

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is DEVT20001 hard?

DEVT20001: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

The main theories of development, how countries have pursued it in practice, and the key development issues of this century.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 50%, Reports and essays 50%

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Quick answers

When is DEVT20001 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking DEVT20001?
No prerequisites.
Does DEVT20001 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 50%, Reports and essays 50%.
How many class hours a week does DEVT20001 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take DEVT20001 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate DEVT20001?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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