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- Development Studies Programme Birzeit University, Palestine
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The Birzeit University Development Studies Programme (DSP) was established in 1997 as a research programme specialized in development studies and aimed at creating a link between scientific and theoretical concepts and the process of political decision-making. DSP was set up as an extension of the Human Development Project initiated in 1995. DSP coordinates a number of research projects in the field of development with local and international institutions. Its activities are supervised by a committee of academic and administrative Birzeit University staff members who provide it with technical and academic support. DSP receives financial support from Birzeit University and from numerous international and local parties.
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- Marie Stopes International Study Tours
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Participation in an MSIA study tour provides delegates with direct experience of and exposure to reproductive health initiatives in a foreign country. The study tour provides a forum for fostering and exchanging learning opportunities; provides participants with valuable insights into key players in the reproductive health care field; and facilitates cultural exchange. Delegates are able to meet with respected health professionals, visit clinical and educational service providers and learn about alternative service delivery models. MSIA has strong working relationships with many organisations in the region and has the capacity to organise and host study tours in Australia; New Zealand; Southern Africa; India and South East Asia.
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- MPhil in HIV/AIDS and Society programme, University of Cape Town, South Africa
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The MPhil in HIV/AIDS and Society programme deals with the understanding of the social, demographic and economic impact of HIV/AIDS and aims to equip students to deal with these in a critically aware and informed manner. It is an inter-disciplinary, collaborative initiative drawing on expertise within the Humanities Faculty (History, Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Southern African Languages, Education and Information Science). The programme will be strengthened through collaboration with UCT's Department of Public Health and Primary Health Care, the HIV/AIDS Unit, the Graduate School of Business and the Faculty of Commerce. Development of the course has been funded by a grant from the U.K.'s Department for International Development.
http://web.uct.ac.za/depts/hum/pg/hiv.htm
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- School Of Development Studies, University of Natal, South Africa
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School of Development Studies offers post-graduate study in two programmes, i.e. Masters in Development Studies, and Masters in Population Studies.
http://www.nu.ac.za/csds/Index.htm
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- Uganda Studies Program
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The Uganda Studies Program (USP) offers an invaluable opportunity for studies in and about East Africa, for authentic cross-cultural exposure, and for participation in the lively faith and worship of Global South Christianity. Students live and study with the UCU Honours College, a group of 35 students committed to high academic standards and self-guided learning. Core courses focus on religion, culture, literature, and history of Africa. Electives give students the opportunity to explore areas of interest, studying with and learning from Ugandans. USP participants gather together in a faith and practice seminar where they will process and apply their experiences in Uganda.
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