International development

Global Challenges and Innovations

Module code: AF002A
Level 4
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture
Assessment modes: Essay

This module introduces you to key global challenges, and innovative responses to them.

You’ll get an in-depth insight from experts on each theme (such as global health). You’ll explore how problems are defined and measured by different development actors, often in reference to international development frameworks (such as SDGs).

As a group, we think through creative responses – including policy, technical, social and activist innovations – within specific geographical contexts.

The module is designed with a critical lens on development policy and practice, while giving you the tools to generate positive change.

Module learning outcomes

• Develop a critical understanding of key development challenges.
• Demonstrate a capacity to critically reflect on the politics and processes that underpin responses to development challenges.
• Evidence an understanding of how creative innovations can be sourced and embedded within specific geographical contexts,
• Demonstrate good writing skills that showcase the student’s ability to be reflexive and to engage with academic and policy literature