The Scholarship of Engagement for Politics: - Higher Education ...

Appendix 6.1
The Scholarship of Engagement for Politics
Department of Law, Governance and International Relations
London Metropolitan University
GI2E70C: Working for Peace – Module Booklet (abridged)
Spring Semester 2008/09
Staff:
David Edye
Mike Newman
International Alert
www.international-alert.org
Prequisites:
Successful completion of certificate level in Peace and Conflict Studies
(single or combined).
Module Summary:
The module examines the dynamics of conflict in the contemporary world
and the insitutions and organisations working for peace. It analyses the
objectives and methods of particular organisations, with an emphasis on
their policies and practices. In association with International Alert, the
module also provides an introduction to the core practical skills considered
essential for anyone working in the fields of conflict prevention, crisis
management or peacebuilding.
Module Aims:
The module aims to:
1. provide an understanding of some of the institutions and organisations
(governmental and non-governmental) that work in conflict situations;
2. analyse the varied objectives and methods of such organisations;
3. introduce the core practical skills for work in relevant fields, thus
enhancing employability.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the module, students should:
1. understand the differing objectives of various institutions and
organisations working for peace;
84