Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2021
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PJHC 371 004 (CRN: 14343)
POVERTY, JUSTICE, CAPABILITIES
Long Title: POVERTY, JUSTICE, AND HUMAN CAPABILITIES
Department: Poverty Justice & Human Capab
Instructors:
Meeting: 10:50AM - 12:05PM TR (23-AUG-2021 - 3-DEC-2021)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Section Max Enrollment: 29
Section Enrolled: 20 (Reserved + All Others)
Reserved Seats for Fall Semester 2021 Matriculants: 5 (3 Available)
Enrollment data as of: 21-MAR-2025 8:26AM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Final Exam Time:
9-DEC-2021
9:00AM - 12:00PM R
Description: This course provides an overview of the study of poverty, justice, and human capabilities. The course considers theory and economic policy oriented towards improving human well-being in the US, Asia, Africa, and other regions. Readings address not just material deprivations but also gender, racial and ethnic disparities, health status, education, human rights, and political freedoms. To be considered for the course, please complete the brief questionnaire at pjhc.rice.edu/enrollmentquestionnaire. Preference is given to those who have declared the PJHC minor. Formerly HUMA/SOCI 371. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for PJHC 371 if student has credit for HUMA 371/SOCI 371.