Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LM Conflict Analysis and Humanitarian Interventions
School	Government
Department	International Development
Module Code	07 30284
Module Lead	Nicolas Lemay-Hébert
Level	Masters Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
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Restrictions	None
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Description	The aim of this module is to examine four interconnected issues: 1) The dynamic nature of conflict and disaster, and its complexities within the current context, taking into account global trends; 2) The organisational adaptation of international humanitarian, development and political agencies to protracted political crises; 3) The analysis of these developments in relation to ideas on conflict transformation, crisis management and social reconstruction; 4) The specific role and skills required by agencies engaged in humanitarian aid and social reconstruction. The module brings together the study of health issues and social sciences, looking at issues of resilience, disaster responsiveness and institutional collaboration.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Critically analyse conflict dynamics through the use of conflict analysis tools. Have deepened their understanding of the nature of conflict and political instability in the contemporary world. Critically assess the evolving role of the international institutions and governments involved humanitarian interventions Have developed problem solving skills for third party interventions
Assessment	30284-01 : Assignment : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	One 4,000 word essay, worth 100% of the total module mark. Reassessment: Submission of failed essay
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