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2008/09 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

PIED1541 Globalisation

20 creditsClass Size: 180

Module manager: Bradley Evans
Email: B.Evans@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable

Year running 2008/09

This module is mutually exclusive with

PIED1542Globalisation

This module is approved as an Elective

Module summary

Are you interested in:- understanding the evolution of global politics from the rise of the modern state to the present day? - understanding the processes that are potentially undermining the modern nation-state and why they are so controversial? - understanding the context of America's 'war on terrorism' and the future trajectory of global politics?The module provides an introductory account of globalisation and gives you a firm foundation for further study. In weeks 1 to 3 you will learn how the modern state system evolved out of medieval Europe and how, through a process of colonisation and decolonisation it became universalised. In weeks 4 to 5 you will examine the impact of the great ideological revolutions of modern times, and the Cold War. In week 6 you will benefit from a workshop on study skills, examination preparation and essay writing. In weeks 7 and 9 you will examine changes in the global political environment including apparent rise of a 'global economy' and the increased power of transnational actors. You will assess the impact such processes are having on our understanding of development, poverty and democracy. The final lectures will examine the nature of the backlash against globalisation including the nature of the 'anti-globalisation movement' and the impact of the 'war on terrorism'.For further information see the School of Politics and International Studies website. If you cannot find the answer to your question then email N.Robinson@leeds.ac.uk

Objectives

On completion of this module, students will be able to demonstrate familiarity with those key historical events and processes that have impacted on the conduct of politics at a global level. The module provides an introductory account of global politics and gives the student a firm foundation for further study. Specifically, it will provide students with the empirical knowledge necessary to critically assess the theoretical and normative approaches studied elsewhere in their degree programmes. Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of how the modern state system evolved out of medieval Europe, how through a process of colonisation and decolonisation it became universalised. Students will also be able to assess the contemporary processes of globalisation are challenging the modern institutions of international society, giving rise to new transnational actors and transforming our understanding of development and democracy.

Generic Intellectual Skills:
Gathering, organising and using evidence and information on a variety of topics from a variety of sources. Develop a reasoned argument, synthesise relevant information, and exercise critical judgement. Manage, and self-critically reflect on, their own learning and make use of constructive feedback.

Personal Transferable Skills:
Communicate effectively and fluently, orally and in writing. Use communication and information technologies to retrieve and present information. Work independently, showing initiative, self-organisation and time-management.

Syllabus

The module provides and introductory account of globalisation and gives the student a firm foundation for further study. In weeks 1 to 3 students will learn how the modern state system evolved out of medieval Europe and how, through a process of colonisation and decolonisation it became universalised. In week 4 to 5 students will examine the impact of the great ideological revolutions of modern times, and the Cold War. In week 6 students will benefit from a workshop on study skills, examination preparation and essay writing. In weeks 7 and 9 students will examine changes in the global political environment including apparent rise of a 'global economy' and the increased power of transnational actors. Students will assess the impact such processes are having on our understanding of development, poverty and democracy. The final lectures will examine the nature of the backlash against globalisation including an analysis of the 'anti-globalisation movement'.

Teaching methods

Delivery typeNumberLength hoursStudent hours
Lecture101.0010.00
Tutorial101.0010.00
Private study hours180.00
Total Contact hours20.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)200.00

Private study

Seminar preparation: 60 hours;
Reading: 60 hours;
Report/essay preparation: 60 hours.

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

1 x 10 minute tutorial presentation;
1 x 2000 word non-assessed essay due end of week 6.

Methods of assessment


Coursework
Assessment typeNotes% of formal assessment
Written WorkAnnotated Bibliography20.00
PresentationStudent Presentation20.00
Essay3,000 words60.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)100.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 27/03/2009

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