Geography

Understanding Global Migration

Module code: L7041C
Level 5
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Workshop
Assessment modes: Coursework

This module introduces the key theories, concepts and ideas used to define and understand migration. Topics include:

  • labour migration
  • refugees
  • irregular migration
  • integration and exclusion
  • migration and development
  • the impact of gender on the migration process.

Module learning outcomes

  • Understanding of key approaches to measuring migration, including data sources and their limitations.
  • Knowledge about the range of definitions, terms and concepts which are often applied to theories of and current debates about migration.
  • Knowledge of the main geographical and historical patterns of migration in Europe, and how they have affected both sending and receiving countries.
  • Acquire the ability to critically evaluate, analyse and debate texts and other relevant material in written essays.