Department of Development Studies

School of Human and Social Sciences
About Us
Welcome to the Department of Development Studies

The Department of Development Studies is multi-disciplinary, in terms of the disciplines it offers, i.e, Political Science, International Relations, Philosophy, History, Religious Studies and Development Studies. This perspectives are shared in teaching, learning, research and community engagement. The Department of Development Studies is strategically located in the Vhembe area, with great potential for economic development in the country.

Programmes
  • Undergraduate

BA in International Relations: BA(IR)

BA in History

  • Postgraduate

BA Honours in International Relations: (BAHIR)

BA Honours in History

Masters in International Relations: (MAIR)

Staff

Name: Dr Lufuluvhi Maria Mudimeli
Designation: Professor

Name: Mr Nsizwazonke Ephraim Yende
Designation: Lecturer :Ngap (Development Studies)

Name: Mr Rudzani Alpheus Mashamba
Designation: Junior Lecturer

Name: Mr Edwin Bobby Bvuma
Designation: Lecturer

Name: Rev Mashudu Edward Muthivhi
Designation: Junior Lecturer

Name: Mr Seane Abel Mabitsela
Designation: Lecturer

Name: Mr Fhatuwani Eric Ramudzuli
Designation: Senior Lecturer

Name: Mr Humbulani Samson Tshamano
Designation: Senior Lecturer

Name: Miss Nomonde Valencia Sibawu
Designation: Lecturer

Name: Rev Jan Daniel Naude Van Der Westhuizen
Designation: Senior Lecturer

Name: Dr. Patrick Dzimiri
Designation: Senior Lecturer

Name: Mr Masila Joshua Masipa
Designation: Senior Lecturer

Name: Mr Shandukani Freddy Mathagu
Designation: Lecturer

Name: Mr Mashilo Sipho Mokgola
Designation: Junior Lecturer

Name: Mr Rabelani Daniel Mamphogoro
Designation: Part Time Lecturer