• 'Introduction to Development' courses for 2 hours once a week for 5-6 weeks
• Interactive workshops: presentation, discussion, participation
• Facilitated by development professionals
• A maximum of 35 participants per group
• Political – Social – Economic – Environmental topics 
• Subsidised and supported by Irish Aid

Who are they for?

• Students & graduates of all disciplines who are interested in understanding more about the world
• You don’t need previous experience or knowledge of development topics but you will have a greater understanding by the end of the course

What the Courses offer you?

• Learn about issues that are relevant to everyone
• Meet like minded students
• Complement your academic background and bring your perspective to the discussion
• Enhance your CV with our Certificate of completion

What do I need to do?

The courses are subsidised by Irish Aid, all we ask from you financially is a €20 contribution to the cost of running the course - please bring this on the first night of the course.

1. Check the details on the right for the course near you to ensure you’re available to attend during the course dates
2. Submit the online application form

Think. Challenge. Understand.

 'This is your chance to discuss some of the biggest questions in the world'

09/10 Campus Coordinator, UCC 

 'Gave a clear picture of the issues. I learned about the facts and the different arguments'

Participant, RCSI, Autumn 2009

'The speakers were very knowledgeable and engaging - they talked from their own experience'

Participant, DCU, Autumn 2009

'I loved how interactive it was - totally different from lectures'

Participant, Irish Aid Centre, Autumn 2009

'Got me thinking, sparked debate'

Participant, TCD, Autumn 2009

Apply here