This module will offer students the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the sources, dynamics and consequences of contemporary security. The module will analyse contemporary threats to security, including those associated with political violence at the sub-state and international levels, and the challenges that they pose to governments and international organisations concerned with security.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
To introduce practical challenges to security in theory and practice
To explore the sources and nature of political violence in the context of security studies
To examine the manifestations of contemporary political violence
To examine the policy and other responses of key actors to contemporary political violence and other security challenges
Assessment
37485-01 : Essay - 1000 words : Coursework (25%)
37485-02 : Essay - 3000 words : Coursework (75%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessment 1 x 1000 word essay 1 x 3000 word essay
