Democracy, Development, and Climate Change in Africa

3-0-9 units. HASS-S · Undergraduate

Examines how democratic practice can affect development outcomes in sub-Saharan Africa, especially in the emerging context of climate change. Encourages students to apply engineering thinking to better understand the political and other drivers of health, education, infrastructure, and other outcomes. Addresses many of the challenges and dilemmas of democratic governance in poor, diverse, and unequal societies, while inviting students to propose practical interventions.