International Development Studies

• About IDS

  Through an interdisciplinary lens, the IDS major offers students the opportunity to study, analyze, and critically assess the social, political and economic forces that, throughout history, have shaped inequality in the modern world. The program engages students with debates around the widening patterns of disparities of wealth, power, privilege, and access to social and environmental justice that occur both within and between the countries of the Global North and Global South. The IDS curriculum introduces students to key theoretical debates around development, detailed case studies of successful and failed interventions, and provides methodological training. Core and elective courses illuminate the extent to which realities that affect people often arise owing to economic class, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, migrant status and other identities, and investigate the impact of policy solutions and forms of citizen engagement on communities and the environment.

  QUICK FACTS

  •  Interdisciplinary Major
  •   Study abroad and internship credit may fulfill major requirements
  •  Small core courses and senior seminar
  •  Senior Thesis option that leads to Departmental Honors

  SCOPE OF THE MAJOR

  What is International Development Studies at UCLA

  IDS is a selective major that allows students study, analyze, and critically assess the social, political and economic forces that, throughout history, have shaped inequality in the modern world.
  
  

  Engage with debates around the widening patterns of disparities of wealth, power, privilege, and access to social justice that occur in the Global North and Global South.

  
  
  

  

   

  Courses explore

  debates around development	methodological training	religion, migrant status and other identities	forms of citizen engagement
  case studies of successful and failed interventions	economic class, gender, race, ethnicity	policy solutions	impact on communities and the environment

   

   

  Explore ways to engage with development work at home and abroad, through experiential learning, internships, immersive study abroad programs, independent faculty-guided research, and collaborative group projects.

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

  INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH

  Our approach enables students to address developmental challenges from several different academic lenses. With courses drawn from anthropology, economics, public health, gender studies, geography, history, political science, sociology and more, our curriculum exposes students to the concerns of developing countries from diverse perspectives. This approach is indispensable to the understanding global development issues in a holistic and robust way for both practical and scholarly purposes.

  FIELD EXPERIENCE AND STUDY ABROAD

  The program values field experience involving travel, study and/or work in regions in the Developing World. Thus a strongly encouraged (though not required) aspect of the major is study abroad, especially in a developing region, and to intern with a local, national, or international community development agency/organization. While encouraging the acquisition of theoretical and conceptual knowledge, the program is equally concerned with their practical application to global realities.

  THEMES

  Common topics of concern to students in the International Development Studies major include:

  • The History of International Economic Expansion
  • Development Theory & Aid Institutions
  • The Consequences of Rapid Urbanization
  • Population-Resource Issues
  • The Transfer of Resources
  • Conflict Resolution & Diplomacy
  • International Migration & Refugee Relief
  • War and Political Violence
  • Health, Illness, and Health Services
  • Food Security & Self-Sufficiency
  • Human Rights & Environmental Justice
  • Political Stability & Democratization
  • Survival of Indigenous Societies
  • Conflicts between Modernity & Tradition
  • Inequalities of Wealth & Power at all Levels
  • Relationships between Development & Underdevelopment
  • Cultural Identity and Cultural Production
  • Gender Disparities in the Developing World
  • Globalization as a Contributor to Development and Underdevelopment 

  
  
  

• Applying to the Major

  All UCLA students who plan to pursue the IDS major must apply for entrance to the major.

  INCOMING UCLA STUDENTS

  Freshmen  may be admitted to UCLA as Pre-International Development Studies majors; however, they will still need to apply for the major by Fall of sophomore or junior year.  Students may apply again Fall of junior year if not admitted as sophomores. 

  Transfers: may be admitted to UCLA as pre-International Development Studies, however, they still need to apply for the major by Fall of Junior year. See our Transfers Tab for additional information.

  **Students admitted under another major may also apply to switch to IDS.  If attending new student orientation, please request to attend the IDS departmental session to learn more. If you can't attend, please e-mail us at idps@international.ucla.edu

   

  CURRENT UCLA STUDENTS

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  Please visit our home page for current information.

• Courses

  UCLA has suspended in-person classes and transitioned to online platforms.  Check updates HERE. For virtual advising, please see our "Advising" tab.

   

  REQUIREMENTS 

  UPDATE: IDS major requirements have changed as of Fall 2020.

  • The total number of lower and upper division courses has not changed.
  • Class options have been added. 
  • Changes will not affect Fall '20 applicants or current majors. 

  Fall 20 Major Worksheet Requirements as of Fall 20

  Pre-Fall 20 Major Worksheet Requirements prior to Fall 20

  Course Descriptions IDS course descriptions

  Degree Planner  3 &  4-year

  Honors Track IDS Senior Thesis

  
  

  WINTER 2021 COURSES  Check both lists for approved courses  DARS Courses       Additional Courses	PAST COURSES Click HERE for past course offerings
  SUMMER 2020 COURSES (ONLINE) Session A                    Session C Travel Study	PETITION  Study abroad courses and UC/Non-UC courses Petition for Committee Review

   

  2020-21 IDS Unique Courses 

  • All courses are also offered in the Summer. All restrictions and pre-requisites are lifted in Summer.
  • If all 4 Core Classes are taken, one course can be used as Social & Critical Theory)
   

  Fall	Winter	Spring
  IDS M150 Michael Ross Social & Critical Theory IDS 191 Kevan Harris Capstone Seminar Students must apply for the major at the end of this term	IDS 110 Jennifer Chun Core Class OR Social & Critical Theory IDS 130 Kevan Harris Core Class OR Social & Critical Theory IDS 191 Shaina Potts Capstone seminar	IDS M120 Michael Ross Core Class OR Social & Critical Theory IDS 140 Alden Young Core Class OR  Social & Critical Theory IDS 160-1 Lorena Fuentes Research Methodology IDS 160-2 Patrick Hueveline Disciplinary IDS 191-1 Jennifer Chun Capstone Seminar IDS 191-2 Alden Young Capstone Seminar

• Transfer Students

  WELCOME TO UCLA!

  

  INCOMING STUDENTS

   UCLA admitted transfer students declared under ANY major are eligible to apply to IDS, however, pre-IDS students will have priority over students planning to switch or add IDS as a double major.

  • Incoming transfers must apply Fall of their junior year (your first quarter at UCLA). Application details are available under the "Applying" tab.
  • Sign up for summer orientation and request to attend the IDS Departmental counseling session.  Please email us if you can't attend orientation at idps@international.ucla.edu.

   

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  FUTURE UCLA APPLICANTS

  In addition to reviewing Assist.org and UCLA's Admissions page make sure to review our website for additional major information. Please remember:

  • You will have to submit a supplemental application to be admitted to the IDS major after your are admitted to UCLA
  • You may complete the foreign language requirement (intermediate level) at UCLA via placement exam (if available) or appropriate coursework, or abroad.

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  INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

  If you hold an F1 visa and attended high school where instruction was not in English, the IDS foreign language requirement may be waived. Please check with your IDS counselor.

  Chat with a current international student! Click below: 

  

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  CURRENT UCLA TRANSFER STUDENTS

  Please review the Transfer Student Handbook and let us know if you have questions!

   Also, don't forget to visit the Transfer Student Center.

  Click below to meet with an IDS advisor! Please note: questions about course transferability will only be addressed once transcripts are posted.

  

• Study Abroad

  Video by one of our 2014 Travel Study Scholarship winners Lauren Hearne

  APPROVAL PROCESS

  1. Choose a Country 

   2. Select Summer UCLA International Institute Travel Study or UC Education Aborad Programs. 

  3. If you select UCEAP, choose courses. EAP pre-approved courses can be found on the "EAP Programs" link below. 

   3. Send course descriptions to your major/minor advising office for pre-approval.

   4. Apply or register for the program

   5. Submit official petitions upon your return (courses must be at least 4 units, Upper Division)

   

  INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE SUMMER PROGRAMS

   SUMMER TRAVEL STUDY 

   

  Quick Facts: Open to all UCLA students UCLA courses led by UCLA faculty UCLA Summer Financial Aid Applies Courses taught in English   Registration Opens on November 15th	Global Health in Peru Approved for: IDS, Global Health, and Latin Am	Consequences of the New Market Economy in Shanghai Approved for: IDS, Global Studies, and Asian Studies
  Business Leadership and Communication  in Hong Kong Approved for: International & Area Studies Majors	Global Challenges in Postcolonial France in Paris Approved for: Global Studies	Global Governance and the United Nations System in New York City Approved for: Global Studies

   

  EAP PROGRAMS

   UC Education Abroad Program (EAP) 

  • Summer, semester and year-long programs in 42 countries. Take a Virtual World Tour to explore available locations!
  • Many offer internships, research, and volunteer opportunities.
  • Financial Aid available.

  Approval Process

  1. Review your remaining UCLA degree requirements.
  2. Choose a location. If you choose an EAP program, browse the program's catalog to search for courses you think are comparable to your degree requirements. You can also use the database below for pre-approved EAP classes that satisfy IDS requirements.
  3. Email course descriptions to your major/minor advising office for pre-approval.  
  4. Submit official petitions upon your return (courses must be at least 4 units, Upper Division). 

  See our Study Abroad for IDS Majors fact sheet!

   

   

  IDS PRE-APPROVED EAP COURSES

   

   

   

   

  Visit the UCLA International Education Office for a complete list of programs including summer programs.

   

  FUNDING

  Check the IEO Scholarship page for a complete list of scholarships including the Global Studies Scholarship.
  
  
  

• Faculty

  INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
  FACULTY ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE 2020-21

  Michael F. Lofchie, Chair, International Development Studies
  
  Victor Agadjanian, Ph.D., International Institute, Sociology
  Andrew Apter, Ph.D., Anthropology, History, International Institute
  Judith A. Carney, Ph.D., Geography, Institute of the Environment and Sustainability
  Jennifer J. Chun, Ph.D., Asian American Studies, International Institute
  Kevan Harris, Ph.D., International Institute, Sociology
  Patrick C. Heuveline, Ph.D., International Institute, Sociology
  Edmond Keller, Ph.D., Political Science, emeritus
  Nancy E. Levine, Ph.D., Anthropology
  Michael F. Lofchie, Ph.D., Political Science
  Shaina Potts, Ph.D., Geography, International Institute
  Ananya Roy, Ph.D., Social Welfare, Urban Planning
  Eric S. Sheppard, Ph.D., Geography
  Christopher L. Erickson, Ph.D., Associate Vice Provost, International Institute, ex officio

   

  2017-2018 IDS Academic Senate Review Report

   

  
  

• Research and Awards

  DEPARTMENTAL HONORS

  Why do Honors?

  • Spend 3 quarters researching a topic on development you are passionate about

  • Receive individual writing mentorship from a UCLA faculty member

  • Add Departmental Honors recognition to your diploma and transcript 

  • Strengthen research skills for graduate school and career

   

   Apply now for the 2020-21 school year!

   

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  ELIGIBILITY

  • Be officially declared as an IDS major
  • Completion of any 2 core IDS courses: (IDS 110, M120, 130). Students may petition to apply with only 1 core course complete.
  • GPA for all upper division IDS courses of 3.5 or above
  • Must have secured a faculty advisor
  • Submit the IDS Honors Application

  *Petitions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis

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  APPLICATION FORM AND GUIDELINES

  Design and conduct independent research under the guidance of a faculty advisor culminating in an honors thesis. Application is due by Week 2 of Fall quarter (Winter and Spring applications are accepted by petition).

  Guidelines & Application Form

  Honors Booklet

   

   

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  SAMPLE HONORS THESES

  Past IDS Honors Thesis Titles

  Past IDS Honors Theses

   

   

   

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  PREPARATION

  1. Attend an online or/and in-person library research workshops/tutorials on narrowing down your topic, finding sources, organizing information, etc.
  2. Attend the mandatory Spring Undergraduate Research Workshop  and complete the worksheet to start narrowing down your topic and turning your topic into research questions!
  3. IDS Library Resource Guide: Find journals and sources for your thesis. Created by your librarian!

  
  

  Click below to watch the recording of our 2020 Virtual Undergraduate Research Workshop!

   

  
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  WRITING ASSISTANCE

  • College Inquiry Labs, 
  • CPO Writing Success Program
  • Undergraduate Writing Center
  • Undergraduate Research Center
  • Statistical Consulting Center (undergraduates must have written approval from a faculty advisor to receive help at the SCC)
  • UCLA Library Cornerstone Research Workshops

  Click HERE to learn how to access UCLA Library resources during COVID-19. 

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  OFF-CAMPUS VPN ACCESS INSTRUCTIONS 

  These are also available on the WI+RE website, and on the Library's YouTube channel!

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  IDS SENIOR AWARDS

  

  Joan Hanawi, 2016 Activist Award Recipient

  Note: You may apply to both categories but will only be awarded for one.

  IDS Academic Award

  One to two cash awards will be distributed to a graduating senior for exceptional academic achievement in the International Development Studies major.

  Eligible applicants must be:

  1.  International Development Studies major (double majors are also eligible)
     
  2.  A senior graduating in any quarter of the 2019-2020 academic year, or Fall 2020
     
  3.  In good academic standing with overall GPA of 3.75 in upper-division major coursework

   Applicants must submit:

  1.  Brief application form (found below)
     
  2.  Resume
     
  3.  A writing sample (5 to 15 pages) on any issue in international development (can be from a past course)
     

  Deadline: Monday, May 25, 2020 at 11:59 PM

  Apply HERE

   

  IDS Activist Award

  One to two cash awards will be distributed to a graduating senior to recognize their outstanding commitment to making a difference on issues significant to international development through activism, service and leadership.

  Eligible applicants must be:

  1.  International Development Studies major (double majors are also eligible)
     
  2.  A senior graduating in any quarter of the 2019-2020 academic year, or Fall 2020
     
  3.  In good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.00 in upper-division major coursework
     
  4.  Able to demonstrate, through their work in local, national, or international organizations, their commitment to making a difference on issues linked to international development

  Applicants must submit:

  1.  Brief application form (found below);
     
  2.  Resume
     
  3.  An essay (no more than 2 pages, double-spaced) that describes previous work related to international development and plans after graduation: work may include campus organizations, internships, and volunteer or paid work either in the U.S. or abroad. See below for full prompt. 

   

  ESSAY PROMPT: In no more than 2 pages, double-spaced, please describe previous work that clearly demonstrates your commitment to making an impact on issues significant to international development through activism, service, and/or leadership. Work may include engagement in campus organizations, internships, as well as volunteer or paid work either in the U.S. or abroad. Please include the nature of your participation, duration of activities, and reflect on what these experiences have meant to you personally, how they relate to IDS themes, and to your plans after graduation.

  Deadline: Monday, May 25, 2020 at 11:59 PM

  Apply HERE

  
  

• Leadership & Involvement

  International Institute Events

  Attend numerous events on specific world regions and pressing global issues. For upcoming International Institute Events, visit the Event Calendar.     Event Calendar

   

  International Institute Open House

  International Institute Career Panel

  International Student Ambassadors

  Are you an international student majoring or minoring in an International Institute program? Connect with our International Student Ambassadors (ISA) for any international or academic questions! Throughout the academic year, our ISAs will plan events and connect with students through office hours and social media.   Learn more

   

  2020 - 21 Ambassadors
  Esther Li Asian Studies	Alex Kang Global Studies

  Recommended Campus Groups

  • Global Development Lab - Equips students with skills and resources necessary to foster global development initiatives.

  • GlobeMed at UCLA  - Promoting global health equity through partnerships and sustainability.

  • International Affairs Student Association - Designed for students interested in international affairs. 

  • Model United Nations at UCLA (Bruin MUN) - Model United Nations is an activity that seeks to simulate the proceedings of the United Nations.

  • United Nations Association at UCLA - official campus chapter of the United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNA-USA).

         Find more UCLA student groups HERE

• Internships

  If you have an internship available for students, please visit this page.

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  Our students have interned in Ecuador, Ghana, Japan, Spain, and Washington DC on health, education, business, marketing, policy and more. For recent/upcoming opportunities see our Facebook page.

  ACADEMIC CREDIT

  I A STD 195CE (International and Area Studies) allows students to receive academic credit for an internship in the Spring and Summer. The internship should take place off-campus and may be paid or unpaid. It is expected that interns will contribute roughly 8-10 hours each week to their internship.

  
  ENROLLMENT:
  Summer Note: class only offered during the 10-week Summer Session A . Internships must overlap with a minimum of 8 weeks out of the 10 week session to be eligible for credit. 195CE courses are NOT offered during Summer Session C. To enroll in the course, students must secure an internship and schedule an intake appointment at the Center for Community Learning.
  
  CREDIT FOR MAJOR/MINOR:
  International Institute students may petition to count this course for their major or minor. Students must submit a petition form to their respective program. Please consult with your department counselor for information on the electives this course may fulfill. The “Petition for Committee Review” form can be found on your major/minor website page under the 'Courses' tab.

  INTERNSHIP FUNDING

   
  SUZAN & TERRY KRAMER and MURIEL F. SIEBERT INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS:
  
  Multiple scholarships of up to $2,000 will be awarded to students enrolled in the International and Area Studies (I A STD) 195CE internship course spring or summer who have secured international internships that promote leadership, career development, and financial literacy. Students demonstrating financial need and good academic standing are especially encouraged to apply.  
  
  Eligibility, additional information, and application available HERE.
  
  

  INTERNSHIP RESOURCES

  Find internships on selected fields by clicking on the links below:

  UCLA RESOURCES

  Handshake - A platform that connects talented Bruins with internships, jobs and career opportunities. Use Handshake to find workshops, events and other career development programs hosted by the UCLA Career Center.

  UCLA ONE - Meet fellow Bruins, and find an alumni mentor.

  UCLA Career Center - The UCLA Career Center offers services and resources to help UCLA students, UC graduates and employers reach their goals. Attend workshops and events, and schedule appointments with career counselors.

  UCLA Center for American Politics and Public Policy (CAPPP) - Promotes research on American politics and public policy, creates programs that educate students about our nation’s political and governmental processes, provides ideas, scholarship, and knowledge to inform policy makers and other interested publics in California and the nation.

  UCLA International Education Office (IEO) / UCEAP Internships Abroad opportunities - Look for study abroad programs and scholarships, and internships abroad.

  GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS

  Search for jobs and internships in government. Opportunities can range from positions in consulates, embassies, governmental departments and agencies, and more. 

  Organization / Search Engine	Fields	Location / Duration
  Center for California Studies: Executive Fellowship Program	State government: placement of offices of Governor's executive branch: Health and Welfare Agency, the Department of Finance, the Department of Social Services, the Governor's Office, the California Environmental Protection Agency, and the Office of the State Treasurer	Sacramento / 1 year $1,882 / month plus benefits
  Environmental Protection Agency	Environmental Science	Washington D.C. and regional offices -- full-time (summer) or part-time (school year)
  Political Campaign Interns: Search Government internships under Bruin View	Campaign development	Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. and California
  U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID): Volunteer Student Intern Program	All fields relating to economic development	Washington, D.C. and global
  U.S. Department of State Internship Program	Business or Public Administration, Social Work, Economics, Information Management, Journalism, and the Biological and Physical Sciences	Washington, D.C. or at Embassies / Consulates abroad / 1 semester or summer
  USA Jobs. U.S. Office of Personnel Management	All Federal Government: Search: Co-Operative Education, Federal Jobs by College Major, Internships, Outstanding Scholars, Student Temp Educational Prog (STEP), Summer Employment, Volunteer Service	U.S.

  INTERGOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS

  Search for opportunities in organizations and agencies that liase across mulitple governments. 

  Organization / Search Engine	Fields	Location / Duration
  Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)	Food Security, Rural Development	Global
  International Labor Organization	Employment, economics and statistics, labour law and labour relations, social security and conditions of work, management development, small industry development, occupational safety and health, vocational rehabilitation, vocational training, gender and development studies, elimination of child labour, social protection, information technology, human resources, financial and budget studies	Geneva, Switzerland, or Field Offices
  Permanent Mission of Italy to International Organizations in Geneva	All fields	Global
  UNICEF -- Los Angeles Regional Office	International children's health and well-being: Advocacy and Fundraising	Los Angeles, semester or longer
  United Nations Development Program Internship Program	All fields relating to Economic Development	Global- pursue opportunities through country offices abroad
  United Nations Development Program: UN Volunteers	Disaster Relief, Development, Micro-finance, Environmental Science, Public Health	Global
  World Bank Internship Program /Young Professional Program / Junior Professionals Program	All fields relating to economic development	Washington, D.C.

  INTERNATIONAL/GENERAL DEVELOPMENT

  Search for international jobs and internships in education and English teaching, health, human rights, and more.

  Organization / Search    Engine	Fields	Location / Duration
  ACDI / VOCA	All agriculture, rural finance, community development, business management	Overseas / 2-4 weeks (some 1-2 month assignments)
  Amnesty International	Law, international politics, international human rights law, international relations, intergovernmental organizations	London, Geneva, New York / 6 months
  Council on International Educational Exchange Work / Volunteer Abroad Programs	All fields	Global
  The Foundation for Sustainable Development	Microfinance/Microenterprise, Health, Environment, Gender Equity, Human Rights, Community Development, Youth and Education	8-52 Week internship in Nicaragua, Argentina, Bolivia, India, Kenya, Uganda
  Global Volunteers	Education, Child Care, Construction, Public Health	Global and U.S.
  Idealist -- Action without Borders	All fields	Global
  International Cooperative Education	Retail sales, supermarkets, hotels/restaurants, agriculture, offices, hospitals, banks, computer science, engineering, marketing, recreation, and teaching	Belgium, Finland, Germany, Japan, Singapore and Switzerland / 1-3 months
  International Jobs Database	All fields	Global
  International Labor Organization	Employment, economics and statistics, labour law and labour relations, social security and conditions of work, management development, small industry development, occupational safety and health, vocational rehabilitation, vocational training, gender and development studies, elimination of child labour, social protection, information technology, human resources, financial and budget studies	Geneva, Switzerland, or Field Offices
  International Medical Corps	Registered Nurses, Physicians, Psychosocial Advisors, Emergency Medicine Personnel, Public Health, Program Directors, Finance Officers, Nurse Practitioners, Logistics and Administrative Officers	Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Angola, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Georgia, Indonesia, Iraq, Kenya, Liberia, Pakistan, Russia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, and Uganda. 2 months or longer
  International Rivers Network	Environmental Protection, Human Rights Advocacy	Berkeley, CA, and international: Africa, India, Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America
  International Volunteer Programs Association Database	All fields	Global
  JET: Japan Exchange and Teaching Forum	Teaching English as a Second Language	Japan / 1 year
  OXFAM International	All fields relating to development	Washington, D.C., and international
  Parliamentary Monitoring Group, South Africa	Democracy, Policy, Law	Cape Town, South Africa
  Peace Corps	Education, Business, Environment, Agriculture, Health, Community Development	Global
  Population Services International	Social Marketing for HIV/AIDS awareness, Public Health and Health Education	Washington, D.C., Europe, Eurasia, Haiti / 1-2 semesters
  SOLIDAR	International labor issues, social services, trade unions	Brussels, Belgium
  Stanford University's Africa Internship Database	All fields	Africa, various countries
  Transparency International	Global corruption, democratic / transitional governance, civil society	Berlin, Germany
  United Nations Development Program Internship Program	All fields relating to Economic Development	Global- pursue opportunities through country offices abroad
  United Nations Development Program: UN Volunteers	Disaster Relief, Development, Micro-finance, Environmental Science, Public Health	Global
  University of Pennsylvania's Africa Internship Database	All fields	Africa, various countries
  Volunteers for Peace	All fields	Global and U.S.
  Volunteers in Asia	English-language education and English-language resource development	China, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Singapore, Vietnam, U.S. / 1-2 year assignments

  ENVIRONMENT

  Search for opportunities to work or intern in organizations and agencies who focus on environmental protection and sustainability, and who have partnerships across the globe.

  Organization / Search Engine	Fields	Location / Duration
  Center for Environmental Citizenship's Earth Net	Environment and Sustainable Development	U.S.
  Coalition for Clean Air	Environment, Advocacy	Los Angeles
  Directory of Development Organizations	All Fields relating to Development	Global: sorted by World Region- excellent in-country contact information
  Environmental Careers Organization -- Sustainable Communities Leadership Program	Urban Planning, Sustainable Development, Affordable Housing	California -- 12-24 weeks
  Environmental Careers Organization Internship Database	Environmental Science	U.S.
  Graduate Program in International Political Economy and Development (IPED) at Fordham University's Database	All Fields relating to Development	Global
  Green Corps: Environmental Leadership Training Program	Environment and Sustainable Development	Boston and U.S.- 1-year
  Greenpeace	Environmental Activism	U.S.
  International Rivers Network	Environmental Protection, Human Rights Advocacy	Berkeley, CA, and international
  Population Institute -- Future Leaders of the World Fellowship	Population growth, family planning, environment	Washington D.C.- 1 year
  Reef Check Foundation	Environment: Coral Reef Preservation	Los Angeles
  Target Earth	Sustainable Development	Belize- 8 weeks
  Tufts University Development	All Fields relating to Development	Global
  UN Volunteers	Disaster Relief, Development, Micro-finance, Environmental Science, Public Health	Global

  ECONOMICS/ TRADE/ LABOR/ AGRICULTURE

  Search for opportunities in trade and agriculture. Become exposed to issues of food security, microfinances, child labor, and more. 

  Organization / Search Engine	Fields	Location / Duration
  ACCION International	Microfinance, small loans to self-employed poor	Boston
  ACDI / VOCA	All agriculture, rural finance, community development, business management	Overseas / 2-4 weeks (some 1-2 month assignments)
  Everett Public Service Internship	Art, Education and Communications, Economic and Social Change, Environment and Health Advocacy, Social Justice and Human Rights *NOTE: Program is currently not offered.	Washington, D.C., New York City / 10 weeks
  Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)	Food Security, Rural Development	Global
  International Development Exchange, IDEX	Asia, Africa, Latin America: food security, indigenous people's rights, labor issues, micro-credit, popular participation, women's empowerment, youth action	San Francisco
  International Labor Organization	Employment, economics and statistics, labor law and labor relations, social security and conditions of work, management development, small industry development, occupational safety and health, vocational rehabilitation, vocational training, gender and development studies, elimination of child labor, social protection, information technology, human resources, financial and budget studies	Geneva, Switzerland, or Field Offices
  Microfinance Gateway Database	Microfinance	International / U.S.
  Society for International Development -- Washington Chapter	Economic Development- information exchange	Washington, D.C. / 3 months or more
  SOLIDAR	International labor issues, social services, trade unions	Brussels, Belgium
  United Nations Development Program: UN Volunteers	Disaster Relief, Development, Micro-finance, Environmental Science, Public Health	Global
  Watts Labor Community Action Committee	Community Development	Los Angeles

  HEALTH

  Search for opportunities in global health that focus on issues such as HIV/AIDS, public health, reproductive health, and more. 

  Organization / Search Engine	Fields	Location / Duration
  A3M: Asians for Miracle Marrow Matches	Public Health, Asian community	Los Angeles
  African Community Resource Center	African Refugees, Domestic Violence Prevention, Community Health Education	Los Angeles
  APLA: AIDS Project Los Angeles	Public Health, AIDS/HIV Community Education / Outreach	Los Angeles
  BienEstar	Public Health, Latino Community	Los Angeles
  CEDPA: Center for Development and Population Activities	Women's Reproductive Health, Family Planning	Washington, D.C.
  Global Health Council Internship Program	International Health Facilities -- Information and Resource Development	Washington, D.C. and White River Junction, VT -- semester or summer
  International Center for Research on Women (ICRW)	HIV/AIDS, women's health, international public health	Washington, D.C.
  International Medical Corps	Registered Nurses, Physicians, Psychosocial Advisors, Emergency Medicine Personnel, Public Health, Program Directors, Finance Officers, Nurse Practitioners, Logistics and Administrative Officers	Global / 2 months or longer
  L.A. Free Clinic	Public Health and Health Education	Los Angeles
  Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders)	International Public Health	New York
  Operation USA:	Disaster Relief, International Public Health, Medical Supply Procurement	Port of Los Angeles
  Planned Parenthood -- Los Angeles	Public Health, Reproductive Health and Education	Los Angeles
  Population Council	International Public Health, Health Education	New York, Washington, D.C., (international?)
  Population Institute -- Future Leaders of the World Fellowship	Population growth, family planning, environment	Washington D.C.- 1 year
  Population Services International	Social Marketing for HIV/AIDS awareness, Public Health and Health Education	Washington, D.C., Europe, Eurasia, Haiti / 1-2 semesters
  U.S. Doctors for Africa	HIV/AIDS, International Public Health, Africa	Los Angeles, Africa
  United Nations Development Program: UN Volunteers	Disaster Relief, Development, Micro-finance, Environmental Science, Public Health	Global

  RELIEF/ FOOD AID/ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

  Search for opportunities in organizations and agencies that dedicate their work to disaster relief, humanitarian aid, community development, and more. 

  Organization / Search Engine	Fields	Location / Duration
  Americorps	All fields relating to domestic community development	U.S., 10 months -- 1 year
  Beyond Shelter	Housing, Community Development	Los Angeles
  Bresee Foundation	Community Development, Tutoring	Los Angeles
  Center for the Pacific Asian Family	Domestic Violence Prevention, Pacific Asian Community Development	Los Angeles
  Chinatown Service Center	Translation (Cantonese), Community Outreach, Tutoring	Los Angeles
  Coro Fellows Program	Community Development, Public Service / 9 months	Los Angeles
  East Timor Action Network/L.A.	Human Rights, East Timor, Indonesia, Advocacy work	Los Angeles
  Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)	Food Security, Rural Development	Global
  Food First	Food security, human rights	Oakland, "virtual" internships
  Habitat for Humanity -- L.A. Chapter	Housing development for low-income communities, public outreach	Los Angeles
  Inter Action: American Council for Voluntary International Action Database: World Relief American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee American Red Cross American Refuge Committee Church World Service Ethiopian Community Development Council	Refugee Relief	Various
  Operation USA:	Disaster Relief, International Public Health, Medical Supply Procurement	Port of Los Angeles
  Public Allies -- Los Angeles	Community Development	Los Angeles / 10-month apprenticeship
  Rav Tov Committee to Aid New Immigrants - Hayim Tovim Adult Day Care Center Mr. Uri Mayerfeld 1061 S Fairfax Ave Los Angeles, CA, United States 90036 Primary Phone : (323) 937-5646 Ext: 103 Email : ravtov@juno.com Fax : (323) 937-0491	English language training, social work, Persian immigrant community development	Los Angeles
  Relief International	Disaster Relief, Humanitarian Aid	Westwood, Los Angeles
  United Nations Development Program: UN Volunteers	Disaster Relief, Development, Micro-finance, Environmental Science, Public Health	Global
  Watts Labor Community Action Committee	Community Development	Los Angeles

  EDUCATION/ TRAINING/ TECHNOLOGY

  Search for jobs and internships with organizations who focus on advancing access to education and technology.

  Organization / Search Engine	Fields	Location / Duration
  Academy for Educational Development (Family Health International)	Global education, health education and communication technology	Washington D.C. / Ongoing
  America-Mideast Educational and Training Services (AMIDEAST)	Arab/Middle East studies, international education or international development	Washington, D.C. / semester or summer
  Center for Democracy and Technology	Internet policy; "Cyber-liberties" advocacy, free expression and privacy in global communications technology	Washington, D.C.
  Institute of International Education	Education / Academic Advising to international students about U.S. education	Overseas- contact individual overseas offices
  Teach for America	Public school teaching, community development	U.S.
  VITA: Volunteers in Technical Assistance	Training and Capacity Building in Computer/Internet Technology / Development	Global
  Volunteers in Asia	English-language education and English-language resource development	China, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Singapore, Vietnam, U.S. / 1-2 year assignments

  POLICY/ LAW/ HUMAN RIGHTS

  Search for positions in organizations dedicated to human rights, conflict resolution, public policy, advocacy, and more.

  Organization / Search Engine	Fields	Location / Duration
  Amnesty International: Legal and International Organizations Program Internship Program	Law, international politics, international human rights law, international relations, intergovernmental organizations	London, Geneva, New York / 6 months
  Asian Pacific American Dispute Resolution Center	Legal dispute / conflict resolution, Asian Pacific community development	Los Angeles
  Center for Democracy and Technology	Internet policy; "Cyber-liberties" advocacy, free expression and privacy in global communications technology	Washington, D.C.
  Center for National Policy	Public policy think tank; policy research	Washington, D.C.
  CHIRLA: Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles	Immigrant Rights Advocacy, Immigration Law	Los Angeles
  Everett Public Service Internship	Art, Education and Communications, Economic and Social Change, Environment and Health Advocacy, Social Justice and Human Rights *Note: Program currently not offered	Washington, D.C., New York City / 10 weeks
  Institute for Women's Policy Research (IWPR): -Mariam K. Chamberlain Fellowship (9-12 months) $1600 / mth. + benefits - IWPR/GW Fellowship in Women's Public Policy Research $10,000 stipend and tuition and fees for graduate study at George Washington University	Equal opportunity, economic and social justice for women	Washington, D.C.
  New Voices National Fellowship Program: Ford Foundation and Academy for Educational Development-	Foreign policy, international economic policy, peace and security, international human rights, women's rights, racial justice, migrant and refugee rights	U.S.
  Parliamentary Monitoring Group, South Africa	Democracy, Policy, Law	Cape Town, South Africa
  Political Campaign Interns: Search Government internships under Bruin View	Campaign development	Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. and California
  American Friends Service Committee	Multiple internships for college students interested in social and economic justice, peacebuilding, international diplomacy	Pennsylvania, U.S.
  Rock the Vote	Voting outreach	Los Angeles
  SAJE: Strategic Action for a Just Economy	Poor and working class people's rights	Los Angeles
  Transparency International	Transparency, Democratic governance	Berlin, Germany
  U.S. Department of State Internship Program	Business or Public Administration, Social Work, Economics, Information Management, Journalism, and the Biological and Physical Sciences	Washington, D.C. or at Embassies / Consulates abroad / 1 semester or summer
  Women in International Security	International Affairs, Gender Issues, Security	Global

  WEBSITES WITH CONVENIENT LINKS

  • Idealist.org
  • VolunteerMatch
  • Intern Abroad 
  • Job Web. Resources for U.S. Students Going Abroad. Must become member for access. 
  • Baido.org List of international development organizations in the Bay Area
  • Institute for Global Communications NGOs openings
  • Virtual Library International Affairs Resources
  • Payson Center for International Development and Technology Transfer internship and volunteer opportunities. Special link to volunteer programs in Africa.
  • faayda.com. Great source for Jobs in India.
  • Jobs 4 Development  International development jobs and consulting opportunities.
  • DevnetJobs International Development jobs and consulting opportunities
  • Go Abroad Search engine for jobs, internships, and opportunities abroad.

  Note: This is a work-in-progress. Your feedback is very important, so let us know which sites are more or less useful to you as you search for the right work experience. Also, let us know if and when you do get an internship as we'd love to hear about it! Please e-mail us at idps@international.ucla.edu. Thanks, and good luck in your search!

• Graduate School Info

  Graduate School Information for International Development Studies Majors

  FIELDS OF STUDY

  The International Development Studies major is designed to introduce students to the broad array of disciplines that study the developing world. Pursuing an advanced degree specifically in development studies is certainly one option for IDS graduates, you may also pursue a Master of Arts (M.A.) or doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in a related field, such as political science, economics, public health, geography, urban/regional planning, education, sociology, anthropology, or public policy, while focusing their own research on specific development issues within that field.

  Many governmental, non-governmental, and inter-governmental development agencies that interest IDS graduates look to hire individuals with advanced degrees in fields directly related to the programs the agencies are undertaking. For this reason, IDS graduates should consider carefully the qualifications required for the types of jobs that interest them most, then pursue a graduate degree in accordance with these requirements. At present, it is rare to see a job announcement requiring candidates to have an advanced degree specifically in international development studies. On the other hand, a M.A. in urban planning, public health, political science, economics, public policy, etc., presents a wide range of career options, among these are careers in international development.
   

  Below are some examples of development careers that interest many IDS students, and the educational qualifications required for these positions:

  Agency	Position	Required Qualifications
  United Nations Development Program	Junior Professional Officer	Master's degree (or equivalent) in a development-related discipline
  United Nations Development Program	Coordinator / Planner in Management Development	Advanced degree in Public Administration, Urban/Regional Planning or equivalent
  Oxfam Great Britain	Education Program Manager	Advanced degree in education, with a strong focus on planning and management or teacher development
  Oxfam Washington D.C.	Deputy Director of Policy and Advocacy	Advanced degree in relevant social sciences (e.g. political science, law)
  United Nations Conference on Trade and Development	Economic Affairs Officer	Advanced degree in Economics / International Relations / Political Science / Law
  International Fund for Agriculture Development	Country Portfolio Manager, Africa Division	Advanced degree in Rural Development / Economics / Finance
  Los Angeles County Community Development Commission	Development Specialist, Housing Development & Preservation Division	Master's degree in real estate development, urban planning, business administration, architecture, or economics

  This is not to say that you won't be able to work in the field of international development without obtaining an M.A. or Ph.D., in fact, many entry-level jobs do not require an advanced degree at all. However, if you are seeking a career position in the area of development, an advanced degree may be required.

  Because a background specifically in development studies is not a common requirement for career positions at present, IDS students may want to consider pursuing graduate degrees in related fields instead, such as geography, urban/regional planning, public health, education, sociology, anthropology, economics, public policy and administration, political science, geography, etc.

  One way for you to narrow your interests to a particular field of study is to peruse job descriptions at institutions where you might like to work in the future. Take note of which jobs interest you and what their academics qualifications are. For example, if you are considering working on a micro-finance project in Africa, you may want to pursue graduate study in the field of economics, focusing on finance or applied economics. If you want to work as a policy advocate in Washington D.C., a graduate degree in political science or law may be necessary.

  Here are some websites that focus on job listings for non-profit organizations. See for yourself what academic qualifications employers are seeking:

  • Idealist.org
  • Opportunity Knocks.org
  • Community Career Center
  • Non-profit Career Network

  GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

  If you would like to pursue an interdisciplinary graduate degree in Development Studies, there are a number of programs offered, some of which are listed below. Note that some programs even offer joint degrees, such as M.A./ J.D. and M.A./M.B.A.

  United States of America

  School	Sample of Degrees offered
  American University: School of International Service	M.A., International Development M.A., International Peace and Conflict Resolution M.A., Global Environmental Policy Ph.D., International Relations
  Boston University: Global Development	M.A., Global Development Policy M.A., Global Development Economics
  Claremont Graduate University: International Studies Programs	MA, MS and Ph.D. Programs
  Clark University: Department of International Development, Community, and Environment	M.A., International Development and Social Change M.A., Geographic Information Sciences for Development and Environment M.A., Community Development and Planning M.A., Environmental Science and Policy
  Columbia University: School of International and Public Affairs	Master of International Affairs Master of Public Administration Ph.D. in Sustainable Development
  Fordham University	M.A., International Political Economy and Development
  George Washington University: Elliott School of International Affairs	M.A., International Development Studies M.A., International Affairs
  Georgetown University: Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service	Master of Science in Foreign Service
  Harvard University: Kennedy School of Government	Master in Public Administration/International Development
  Johns Hopkins University: Nitze School of Advanced International Studies	M.A., International Relations
  Rutgers University: Division of Global Affairs	M.A., Global Affairs Ph.D., Global Affairs
  Monterey Institute of International Studies: Graduate School of International Policy Studies	M.A., International Policy Studies M.A., International Environmental Policy M.A., International Trade Policy Master of Public Administration in International Management
  School for International Training	M.A., Sustainable Development M.A., Social Justice in Intercultural Relations
  Tufts University: The Fletcher School	Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy (MALD)
  Tulane University: Payson Center for International Development	M.S., International Development PhD, International Development
  University of California, San Diego: School of International Relations and Pacific Studies	Master of Pacific International Affairs (MPIA)
  University of Denver: Josef Korbel School of International Studies	M.A., International Development
  University of Wisconsin, Madison	Ph.D., Development Studies

  Europe

  Institute of Development Studies, United Kingdom	MA Development Studies MA Poverty and Development MA Gender and Development MA Governance and Development MA Globalisation and Development MA Participation, Power and Social Change MA Science, Society and Development MSc Climate Change and Development PhD by Research
  Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva	Masters in Development Studies Masters in International Affairs
  University of Warwick: Department of Politics and International Studies	M.A., International Political Economy M.A., Globalisation and Development
  Institute of Social Studies in the Hague	M.A., Development Studies Ph.D., Development Studies

   

  Development Programs Around the World (list provided by IDS alumna, Maddy G.)

  Peterson's Online Guide.

  Grad Schools.com.

  
  

  As this list is a work-in-progress, your feedback is most welcome. Please e-mail us at undergraduate@international.ucla.edu with your comments and/or additions.

  GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN RELATED FIELDS

  Note that the above list may be extensive, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. Be sure to do an Internet search for other universities which might yield much more in your particular area of interest, especially for programs hidden within larger departments. For example, while UCLA does not offer a graduate program specifically in International Development Studies, you might want to inquire with related programs such as the UCLA School of Public Affairs, the UCLA Political Science Department, or the UCLA Geography Department to see what kind of research is being done on international development issues.

  Below are listed some of the keywords / specializations that you might want to search for in a department or its faculty, for a number of different fields:

  Anthropology	Socio-cultural, Nutritional, International Development, Sustainable Agriculture, Globalization
  Economics	International Economics, Finance, Development / Transitional Economies
  Environment/Geography	Environmental policy, Third World development, Land use, Environmental quality and sustainable use of natural resources, Tourism policy, Economic / Human / Urban, Agrarian Development, Industrial, Sustainability http://www.sustainabilitydegrees.com
  Political Science	Comparative / International Politics, International Development, Political Economy, Democratic Transitions, Area Studies
  Public Health	International / Global Health, Health Policy and Management (international focus), Socio-medical Sciences
  Public Policy & Administration	Comparative and International Policy and Administration, Modernization and Political Development
  Urban/Regional Planning	International and Comparative Planning, Housing in Developing Countries, Sustainable Development, Community and Economic Development, Environmental Planning / Land use, Infrastructure Development
  Sociology	Economic Sociology, Comparative Ethnicity, Nationalism, International Migration, Political Sociology

  
  

  Please also refer to the Applying to Graduate School page for general information on The Application Process, Making Yourself a Competitive Candidate, Statement of Purpose, and Funding Graduate School.

• FAQS

  MAJOR REQUIREMENTS

  What classes do I need for the IDS major?
  You can find information about requirements for the IDS major on the Major Worksheet

  How do I get into the IDS major?

  • Complete all non-language preparation courses, and one modern foreign language equivalent to UCLA level 3. Remaining language courses may be completed while you have major standing.
  • All preparation courses for the major must be taken for a letter grade.
  • The UC GPA for all preps must be a minimum of 2.00. (transfer students typically don't have a UC GPA)
  • Submit an online application including your Statement of Interest by the end of fall quarter of your sophomore year and no later than Fall of junior year.  Students will be notified if they are admitted into the major Week 2 of winter quarter.

  What are the GPA requirements to enter the major?
  The  IDS major requires a minimum GPA of  2.0  for the preparation courses.  There is no minimum grade requirement for individual courses as long as you get above an 'F'. So, even if you get a 'C-' (or all the way down to a 'D-') in one course, it will still count towards the preparation requirements as long as you've met the GPA minimum with the other courses for the preps.

  What does a Statement of Interest entail?

  There are many ways to answer the following questions but the best answers will give us a clear account of whether your interests align with the courses you will be taking as an IDS major, ways in which you can contribute to the major, what you hope to gain from it while at UCLA, and who you are as a person. Please refrain from discussing future career goals—we want to know how the IDS curriculum (courses, study abroad, internships) will help you make the best of your time while here at UCLA. Please answer the following questions in one cohesive paragraph and be careful to proof-read for grammatical errors. Essays over 300 words will not be read.

  You may use the questions below as reference when crafting your statement. Please note that you don’t need to answer all of them.

  • Why do you want to pursue IDS rather than another UCLA major that has an interdisciplinary approach and/or international focus?
  • What personal experiences—within and/or outside of school--have inspired you to pursue this major?
  • What is one issue explored in IDS you hope to learn more about through the IDS major? Be specific. 
  • What skills do you hope to take away from the IDS major?
  • What is the one thing you would like to change the most in the world as it relates to socio-economic inequalities?

  Please visit our website to learn more about the major, the required and elective courses and learn about the difference between IDS and other majors; this will help in writing a more comprehensive statement.

  What are the ways in which I can fulfill the language requirement?

  You can fulfill the language requirement by:

  • Taking a UCLA equivalent course of 2 years of any modern language OR
  • Taking a language placement test at UCLA's appropriate language departments (requirement can be fulfilled in part on in total by the test) OR
  • Being a native speaker who is born and raised in a non-English speaking country (subject to approval)

  Can I minor in IDS?
  No, the IDS program doesn't offer a minor.

  Can I get a Minor in addition to my IDS major?
  Sure, we encourage students to pursue a minor. The International Institute offers a variety of minors in International & Area Studies as well as Global Studies. (For a list of other minors the university offers, please visit the UCLA General Catalog and follow the link to Undergraduate Minors and Specializations.

  Which regions does the IDS Region Area of Studies major cover?
  
  a. East Asia and East Central Asia
  b. Eastern Europe and West Central Asia
  c. Latin America and Caribbean Basin
  d. Middle East and North Africa
  e. South and Southeast Asia and Pacific Islands
  f. Sub-Saharan Africa

  g. Global North

  Can I use courses for both the major and the minor?
  Yes, students can use up to 5 upper division courses towards both the IDS major and another major/minor. Keep in mind that there is no limit in the number of lower division courses students can overlap with other major/minor/GEs.  Also, make sure to check with the department offering your other major/minor since they may have their own overlap restrictions.

  Can I double major in IDS and another major?
  In order to double major, you first need to have taken all the preparation courses for both majors plus two upper division courses in each major. However, you may submit the IDS online application before having completed the requirements for your other major and once admitted to IDS, you have the option of completing all requirements listed above for both majors and may submit a double major petition.  For additional information please visit the College of Letters and Science website

  The College's rule is that no more than 5 upper division courses may be common to both majors.   Courses used for preparation requirements are not counted in this overlap.

  For additional information please visit the College of Letters and Science website

  What are the GPA requirements once I'm a declared major?
  Note that the IDS major requires a minimum GPA of 2.00 for all upper division courses combined for the major, not a particular grade in any one course.

    Students need to obtain at least a "C" on the following courses: Intl Dv 110, M120, 130.

  ENROLLMENT

  How do I get into a "majors only" class?
  You need to be a declared major to take these courses, except during the Summer sessions, which generally are not restricted to majors

  Can I repeat a course if I got a C?
  No, you can only repeat if you receive a 'C-' or below.  The newer grade will replace that of the previous one in your GPA (as long as you haven't exceeded the 16 unit repeat limit).  You are not required to do so, however. For additional information please visit the College of Letters and Science Website.

  How do I get a PTE?
  PTE stands for "Permission to Enroll." PTE's are not given out in this office.  Please contact the professor to inquire about a PTE #.

  What is a 199 (Independent Study) course and is it possible to have it apply towards the IDS major?
  199 are independent studies courses in which you work directly with a professor on a course of study agreed upon by both of you. If you take a 199, you can  have it count towards Part 4 (Regional or General Electives) for the IDS major. The department the 199 is listed under doesn't matter. However, the topic must be related to the courses that are already applicable to the major.  Before enrolling to a 199, file a preliminary petition with our office to see if the topic of your paper is applicable to the major.  Once approved, create a “Contract Course” through MyUCLA. Official approval of the 199 course, however, will be based on the final paper.

  Is it possible to apply courses not already approved towards the IDS major?
  For courses not already approved for IDS, please submit a Petition for Chair Review that can be found on our Courses tab

  Can I take any courses P/NP to count towards the major?
  All courses for the major, including preparation courses, must be taken for a letter grade, regardless if they are taken at UCLA or elsewhere.  While grades for non-UC courses do not get figured into the UCLA GPA, the grade will appear on the institution's transcript. If you choose to take a course P/NP, you can still get unit credit towards your degree, but won't count for your major. For more information, see the "Transfer Credit & Study Abroad Credit" link from the IDS homepage.

  How do I remove an incomplete once I finish the work?
  Once the instructor receives your completed work by the end of  your next enrolled term, he/she will complete the paperwork with the department.

  The Incomplete notation is still on my transcripts even after I finished the assigned work.
  An Incomplete grade will never be replaced or removed from your DPR. The new grade will appear on your DPR  the quarter the coursework was completed.

  COURSES

  Is there an order to the classes?
  All preparation courses must be taken before you can officially enter into the major. Many classes also have prerequisites, so please check with the department or consult the current schedule of classes for prerequisites. Students must have completed IDS 1, which is a pre-requisite to 110, IDS M120 and IDS 130 (these three courses do not have to be sequential order) before taking IDS 191.

  Are  IDS M120 and Poli Sci M167C the same?
  You can enroll under either listing, IDS M120 or Pol Sci M167C, as the courses are equivalent.  The DPR should recognize this and apply either towards the IDS major.

  I took a class at a Community College, will it transfer to UCLA?
  The courses usually transfer and will show on your transcripts. However, if they have not been posted, you need to make sure your community college sent the transcripts to UCLA admissions.

  Can I start major classes before I am officially accepted into the major?
  Yes, you may take any approved courses towards the IDS major, as long as it is not restricted and you meet the required prerequisites.

  Where can I find my  DAR?
  You can access your DAR from URSA. If you need assistance understanding it, see a College counselor or your major's counselor  for assistance.

  Can I get credit for my AP courses?
  It depends on the class and the score you received. Please refer to the Admissions website for more information, and click on Credit from Advanced Placement Exams if you have additional questions, please contact our office

  STUDY ABROAD

  I want to study abroad, can I have courses apply towards the major?
  Yes, this will of course depend on where you study abroad and if the courses you take are applicable to the IDS major. All courses must be pre-approved, but final approval is determined by the IDS chair via a petition (once you come back from abroad and courses have posted to your DPR). The number of courses you take abroad will depend on how long you intent to study abroad for. Visit our Travel Study tab and the International Education Office for study abroad programs

  INTERNSHIPS

   

  How can I find an internship that is right for me? 
  
  1. REFLECT: What kind of work do you enjoy? In what specific area of development would you like to pursue a career (public health, planning, finance, human rights, education, environment, etc.)? What skills do you have or need to acquire and how will the internship help you meet those goals (field work, practical experience, opportunities for networking or building professional relationships)? What kind of institution do you want to work with? Do you have an interest in a particular geographical area or issue area? When do you want to do this internship? Are you willing to gain experience by volunteering alone, or are you only seeking paid internships?
  
  2. TALK: to other students who have had internships and with career advisors.
  
  3. SEARCH: Look for internships on Handshake, attend Career Center fairs, and read our Weekly Bulletin to learn about internship and job opportunities available to International Institute Students. Please go to our 'Internship' tab on the IDS website, or the 'Internships' page under 'Resources' in the top menu. There, you can find specific internships in a wide variety of professional fields that are great opportunities for IDS majors. 

  Can I receive academic credit for my internship?

  Yes. You can receive academic credit by enrolling in I A STD 195CE. You must visit the Center for Community Learning for approval for your internship. If you wish to use this course towards specific IDS major requirements, please consult with an IDS advisor. For more information, please visit the 'Internships' page under 'Resources' for further details.

  Where can I find funding for my internship? 

  The International Institute offers scholarships for internships abroad. Please see our Internships tab. 

  For more scholarship information, please contact the Scholarship Resource Center.

  How can I get information on jobs?

   For job opportunities, you may contact or meet with an advisor from the Career Center. We also advertise recent job opportunities on our Weekly Bulletin. Handshake is a great way to learn about job opportunities for Bruins who are recent grads.

  GRAD SCHOOL

  Do you have a graduate program?
  The IDS program does not have a graduate program in International Development Studies at UCLA.

  You might want to inquire about the programs offered through the UCLA School of Public Affairs and Social Research, or the UCLA Political Science Department,  You can also find additional information on the Graduate School Information for IDS Majors link, available from the IDS homepage, or at http://www.gradschools.com/. If you’re interested in specific programs offered at UCLA, you can search UCLA Graduate Division for specific programs and requirements: http://www.gdnet.ucla.edu/gasaa/deptinfo/deptinfointro.asp

  MISCELLANEOUS

  Questions that go beyond your major (e.g., max units, adding, dropping classes, incompletes, pass/no pass units, GEs, minimum progress, expected cumulative progress, academic probation, graduating in absentia, academic residence, repeating courses, etc.) should be addressed to your college counseling unit. Visit the College of Letters and Science FAQ's webpage for assistance here.
  
  How do I get into IDS Departmental Honors Program?
  You can find information on how to apply to the Honors program under the 'Research and Awards' tab above.

  What are your office hours? Where are you located?
  We are located in 10270 and 10274 Bunche Hall. Our office hours are:
  Monday - Thursday: 9:30 - 11:30AM & 1:00 - 4:00PM
  Friday: 9:30 - 11:30AM 

  How do I locate one of my professors?
  Please go to the UCLA directory: www.directory.ucla.edu

  Which professors do you recommend?
  The best way to learn about professors is by talking to students who have already taken a particular professor's course. There is also www.bruinwalk.com for student feedback.

  You can also obtain more information on a professor's background on the Faculty link on the right side of the IDS homepage  or by going to the department homepage of the faculty member or the International Institute Centers.