Module description
*Please note that module information is indicative and is subject to change for future academic years.
Aims
The aims of the module are to:
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introduce students to the evolving landscape of security issues and how they intersect with science and technology
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develop a systematic understanding of the relevant concepts and theories from Security Studies, and encourage a critical awareness of the theoretical and empirical debates surrounding them
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promote the capacity for critical evaluation, independent judgment and communication at a level commensurate with taught postgraduate study
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familiarise students with the basic science underlying important contemporary issues in international politics
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foster the skills required for critical analysis of the implications of scientific and technological developments on security
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provide a framework for original analysis of the historical and contemporary role of scientific developments in shaping security problems
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module, students will have:
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the ability to critically analyse technical claims made in the field of international security and the ability to provide politically-informed technical analysis in the field of science and security
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critically engaged with key concepts and theories used in security studies, and applied those concepts and theories to an analysis of current and historical security issues
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carried out original, critical analysis of the impact of scientific and technological developments on security, using knowledge of the science involved and tools drawn from IR theory and security studies
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practised a range of intellectual, practical and transferable skills, through participation in classes and through the preparation and submission of course work
Staff information
Dr Hassan Elbahtimy*
Teaching pattern
For a Half Year 15-credit module, teaching is typically 2 hours per week over 10 weeks, so 20 hours of teaching, as well as 130 hours of self-study.
Module assessment - more information
Coursework & Exam*