Population and Development (L2126)
Population and Development
Module L2126
Module details for 2010/11.
36 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
This course examines the relationships between population issues, and economic, social and environmental aspects of development. It introduces theoretical frameworks for analysing population change, and assesses the consequences of population growth for food supplies and the environment at both global and local levels. It goes on to examine factors affecting the components of population change, including fertility and mortality decline, changing sex ratios, the growth of megacities and international migration. Policies on health, family planning, and migration are also discussed.
Learning Outcomes
1. A basic knowledge of conceptual and social questions relating to the relationships between population issues and the economic, social and environmental aspects of development.
2. A basic knowledge of the core reading, with some appreciation of the subtlety of debates or different interpretations that might be drawn from particular evidence.
3. A basic understanding of how to write an essay showing some sign of structure and organization, the proper utilisation of evidence and the formation of an argument.
4. Correct referencing and bibliographies in essays.
5. An understanding of how to take notes in class and from reading, and how to access and use internet source materials.
Generic outcomes
1. An understanding of appropriate note taking approaches and use of internet resources.
2. An ability to prepare and deliver class presentations.
3. The ability to produce correct referencing and bibliographies.
4. Understanding of how to choose a dissertation topic; prepare and structure a dissertation showing clear organisation and consistent argument; the proper utilisation of evidence.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation (8000 words) | Summer Term Week 5 Mon 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring & Summer Terms | Lecture | 1 hour | 111111111100 |
| Spring & Summer Terms | Seminar | 2 hours | 111111111100 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Ronald Skeldon
Assess convenor, Convenor
https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/117619
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