pol5hsd human security and development
HUMAN SECURITY AND DEVELOPMENT
POL5HSD
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This unit looks at human security from a humanitarian perspective. Students will explore the international humanitarian system, the protection of civilians in armed conflict, the Responsibility to Protect, civil-military relations in emergencies, issues facing refugees and displaced populations and international legal frameworks including the implications of the International Criminal Court for humanitarian practice. This unit will offer insights into international efforts to prevent genocide and crimes against humanity, whilst realising the challenges to humanitarian action in a complex world. This unit aims to challenge assumptions about aid and intervention, as well as provide discussion around the current trends that impact on humanitarian work. This subject will be taught with staff from the Humanitarian Advisory Group.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorTim Thornton
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Enrolment in the Master of International Relations (AMIR/AMIRL/AMIRH/AMIRS), Graduate Diploma of International Relations(AGIR), Graduate Certificate of International Relations (ACIR), Master of International Development or related double masters (AMID/AMIDV/AMIDH/HZHPHID/HZPHID), Graduate Diploma of International Development(AGDST) or Graduate Certificate of International Development (ACDST).
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects POL4HSD
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Globalization, development and human security, | Recommended | McGrew, A. and Poku, N. K. (eds) | POLITY 2007 |
| Readings | Human Security: Reflections on Globalization and Intervention | Recommended | Kaldor, Mary | CAMBRIDGE:POLITY 2007 |
| Readings | Human security and the UN :a critical history, | Recommended | MacFarlane, N. | INDIANA UNIVERSITY PRESS 2006 |
| Readings | Rethinking Human Security | Recommended | Goucha, Moufida and Crowley, John (eds) | CHICESTER: WILEY 2008 |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Include a comprehensive bibliography in your critical review to demonstrate your familiarity with the multitude of sources and perspectives available for studying human security.
- Activities:
- Essay; in-class presentation
02. Where appropriate work cooperatively in class in relation to writing, inquiry, research, critical thinking and creative problem-solving.
- Activities:
- Essay; in-class presentation
03. Write critical reviews that demonstrate your comprehensive understanding of human security as a concept.
- Activities:
- Essay; in-class presentation
04. Write critical reviews that demonstrate your comprehensive understanding of the practical application of human security in international affairs.
- Activities:
- Essay; in-class presentation
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City, 2016, Week 34-36, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorTim Thornton
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 34 - 36
Four 7.5 hours seminar per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 34 to week 36 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 3,500-word research essay | 75 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one class presentation on human security (1,000-words equivalent) | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |