Course Details in 2026/27 Session

Module Title	LH Global Security
School	Government
Department	Political Sci & Intern'tl Stud
Module Code	08 36022
Module Lead
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-10 hours Seminar-20 hours Guided independent study-170 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module examines different approaches to analysing security dynamics and issues in the post-Cold War world. It encourages students to reflect on the analytical and ethical assumptions that shape security thinking and practice in contemporary global politics. It does so by focusing on key security institutions and actors, by discussing theories which have been used to make sense of global security, and by examining prominent security issues of our time.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate understanding of a variety of theoretical approaches to security. Analyse real-world cases in light of this understanding, while showing awareness of historical and political context. Think critically about how security functions in global politics, and engage with relevant intellectual and policy debates.
Assessment	36022-01 : 1000 Word Assessment : Coursework (25%) 36022-03 : 3000 Word Assessment : Coursework (75%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 1 x 1000 word essay (25%) 1 x 2500 word essay (75%) Reassessment by failed component
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