School of Global Studies

Humanitarianism in Theory and Practice (018IRS)

Humanitarianism in Theory and Practice

Module 018IRS

Module details for 2025/26.

30 credits

FHEQ Level 6

Module learning outcomes

Develop a systematic and critical understanding of humanitarianism as an ideology and a practice that shapes and structures global politics.

Develop a detailed conceptual understanding of the historical, theoretical, political and practical challenges associated with humanitarianism.

Apply theoretically grounded knowledge to practical tasks and empirical cases.

TypeTimingWeighting
Essay (3500 words)Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:0070.00%
Coursework30.00%
Coursework components. Weighted as shown below.
EssayT2 Week 7 100.00%
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Spring SemesterSeminar3 hours11111111111

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