This course examines how and why there are huge economic, political, institutional and sociocultural divides between developed and developing countries. Borrowing tools from historical sociology, social theory and comparative cultural analysis the course will discuss topics such as progress, growth, democracy, cultural values and well-being.

Antirequisite(s): The former Sociology 3377F/G.

Prerequisite(s): Third or fourth year standing in a Sociology or Criminology module.

Extra Information: 3 hours.