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Students pursuing Development Sociology explore the dynamics of societal progress and strategies to address social challenges at local and global scales. Cornell's Department of Development Sociology offers a distinctive curriculum not found in other sociology programs nationwide. This major examines societal evolution and identifies professional opportunities through social pathways. The department excels in international, domestic, rural, environmental, agricultural, and demographic studies. Through theoretical and practical research, faculty and students investigate the origins, processes, and impacts of social, cultural, political, and economic transformations.
Cornell's Department of Global Development stands at the forefront of mission-oriented social sciences worldwide. Our dedicated faculty, scholars, and extension professionals work to enhance communities both in New York and internationally. Become part of a new wave of innovators and study various development facets such as policy-making, demographic shifts, ecological transitions, and sustainable agriculture systems.