GENL 154 - Sustainable Development in an Islamic Context: Bangladesh

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Augustana College - South Dakota

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Description:

This Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) program explores the policies, practices and competing ideologies of human, environmental and socioeconomic development in rural and urban Bangladesh. Students will experience the capital city, Dhaka, interact with leaders of government and development agencies, learn about Bangladeshi history and culture, and take introductory courses in Bangla language. They will also visit rural villages to see social change in process. Lectures and readings are in English, and student interpreters help translate Bangla in the field. The program courses include: Culture, Religion and History of Bangladesh (4 credits); Sustainable Development (4 credits); and Field Work and Internship (8 credits). NOTE: OFFERED EVERY SPRING SEMESTER

Credits:

16.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.augie.edu

Phone Number:

(605) 274-0770

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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