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At the end of this module, you will gain a sophisticated understanding of the effects that emerging cyber technologies are having on global politics and contemporary society.
Indicative Module Content:Cyber technologies' impact on global politics and contemporary society, including how state and non-state actors:
- wage war
- collect intelligence
- negotiate
- understand security
- spread disinformation
- privacy
- international law and norms
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Seminar (or Webinar) | 200 |
Total | 200 |
No particular previous knowledge of IT is required. However, it would be very useful to familiarize with the language, concepts, and politics of cyber security by reading newsletters like POLITICO 'Morning Cyber Security' or The Washington Post 'Cybersecurity 202' or similar.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Continuous Assessment: Participation in in-class activities including individual and group presentations; debates; and other activities. Attendance is critical. | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 30 |
Essay: 3000 word essay. The essay will explore one or more significant issues concerning the global politics of cyber space. | Coursework (End of Trimester) | n/a | Graded | No | 70 |
Remediation Type | Remediation Timing |
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In-Module Resit | Prior to relevant Programme Exam Board |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Peer review activities
• Self-assessment activities
Students will receive individual and group feedback on their in-class activities throughout the duration of the module. Feedback on end-of-term coursework will instead be provided individually if requested.