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History of globalization II

HUM-427(b)

Lecturer(s) :

Lin Yi-Tang

Language:

English

Withdrawal

It is not allowed to withdraw from this subject after the registration deadline.

Summary

This course is intended to contribute to the students' knowledge of crucial issues related to the phenomenon known as globalization, namely: humanitarianism, global health and development. The course critically examines a number of practices, the politics, interests and visions of actors.

Content

See the full description of the course in the Introduction to project of the fall semester: History of globalization I (HUM-427a).

Learning Prerequisites

Required courses

History of globalization I: HUM-427(a)

Assessment methods

Evaluation on a semester basis (grade associated to 3 ECTS). During the first semester, the evaluation will cover one small reports on a fieldwork and critical assessment of a museum visit. The spring semester evaluation will cover the drafting of the report, to be developped in groups or individually, its oral presentation and the constructive criticism of another report. Further information will be provided at the start of the academic year.