Programme Specification for International Development with NGO Management BA (Hons)
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Final award |
BA (Hons) |
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Intermediate awards available |
Cert HE, Dip HE |
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UCAS code |
L9L4 |
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Details of professional body accreditation |
N/A |
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Relevant QAA Benchmark statements |
Sociology, Media, Cultural & Communication Studies |
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Date specification last up-dated |
April 2012 |
Profile
The summary - UCAS programme profile
BANNER BOX:
The programme is designed to provide students with a detailed and broad understanding of the lived experience of 'Third World'/Developing societies and International Development. It is especially focused for those seeking employment in development agencies and non-governmental agencies after graduation.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The minimum requirements for entry for Level 1 entry is 240 UCAS tariff points from:
- • A/AS level (Including 2 A2 passes), GNVQ, AVCE, Scottish Highers, International Baccalaureate. European Baccalaureate, BTEC / SCOTEC Diploma, Relevant Access Course or successful completion of the Level 0. Other qualifications, including overseas, may be considered.
We also welcome applications from mature students who do not have formal qualifications but may have relevant experience. Students applying to this programme will be expected to demonstrate a specific interest in this area of study and should have a commitment to engaging with the subject. Applicants may be invited for interview.
Overseas Qualifications
The number of overseas qualifications which are accepted for entry are too numerous to list, but you can get advice from the British Council or our admissions unit on 020 8223 2835. You must be able to understand and express yourself in both written and spoken English and some evidence e.g. For level 1 entry a TOEFL score of 550 or an IELTS score of 6.0 (no skill level below 5).
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
What is International Development with NGO Management?
The majority of the world's people live in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean and the Middle East. International Development with NGO Management Programme is concerned with the study of their societies, and the relationship between them and the rest of the world. The area is interdisciplinary, drawing on the insights of economics, politics, sociology, cultural studies and history to understand the nature of what has been termed the Third World. The main themes are 'globalisation' and 'development'. What do these terms mean? Is globalisation 'good' or 'bad' for developing countries? What kind of globalisation would be better? Is development desirable?
The NGO management component has the objective of providing the necessary vocational skills for students to seek employment in non-governmental organisations
International Development with NGO Management at UEL
The programme challenges the assumption that development is a purely economic phenomenon. A special emphasis is given to the lived experience of 'Third World' and developing societies with detailed discussions of gender relations, popular culture and politics. The programme then considers the extent to which the Third World is an integral part of 'global' society and the ways in which its cultures have helped to shape the societies of the West. Students taking International Development with NGO Management are encouraged to travel to Africa, Asia, Latin and Central America. To this end we operate a semester abroad scheme and a link programme with the American University in Cairo for final year students. Students attend a work placement scheme with a Development Agency/NGO in UK or overseas as part of their programme in the final year.
Programme structure
The Programme offers September entry only:
- 3 Years FT
- 5 years PT
International Development with NGO Management may be studied as a major, joint or minor component of a Combined Honours Degree and is also part of Modern Humanities.
Learning environment
Lectures, seminars, workshops, study-support groups, personal tutorials.
Assessment
Students are assessed individually through class tests, essays, book reviews, group works, presentations and project work.
Work experience/placement opportunities
- Students attend a work placement scheme with a Development Agency/NGO
- Students can also take the approved semester abroad scheme in the final year
Project work
Projects and group presentations form part of assessment on some modules of study.
Added value
- The Semester abroad scheme
- Placement with a Development Agency/NGO in UK or overseas
- Placement with work experience in UEL’s NGO – ChildReach International, established by graduates of this programme
- Regular series of Guest lectures by development scholars and practitioners
For additional details about ChildReach please see http://www.childreach.org.uk/
IS THIS THE PROGRAMME FOR ME?
If you are interested in...
- Culture
- Politics
- Sociology
- Humanities
- Social sciences
- Economics
- Anthropology
If you enjoy....
- Thinking about the processes that shape global events;
- Discussing contemporary and historical events that shape 'development';
- Meeting a diverse group of students (many of whom are from developing countries);
- Acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to participate in 'development'
If you want...
- to acquire or enhance skills in critical thinking about world events and processes;
- to develop study and research skills essential for higher degree study (analytical reading and note-taking, essay planning and writing, reports, independent thinking, problem solving, coherent reasoning, academic writing);
- to have the opportunity to work in 'development';
Your future career
The intellectual and practical skills, critical thinking and discussions on contemporary policy and historical processes provided by the degree prepare students for a wide range of work in 'development' and related careers. Specialists in International/'Third World' Development work as professionals in the development field: in development agencies, aid and relief organisations, as well as human rights, charitable and voluntary bodies. Their degrees will also provide a good basis for postgraduate study in Development or associated fields. Graduates also go on to work as Third World specialists in a wide range of organisations which are not primarily devoted to Development, for example in the media, education, and trans-national companies.
How we support you
Each student will have a personal tutor responsible for providing regular guidance and support in relevant areas of personal and academic life. In addition, students will have regular access to academic tutors on each of their modules. Additional support for study and research skills will be available in weekly workshops and via the School's Student Support & Referral Unit.
Bonus factors
- The opportunity to take a semester to work for an NGO on placement.
- The opportunity to a semester abroad to study
- Work placement with UEL’s NGO – ChildReach International
- Active International Student Development Society
- Active Alumni group
For additional details about Childreach International please see http://www.childreach.org.uk/
Outcomes
Programme aims and learning outcomes
What is this programme designed to achieve?
This programme is designed to give you the opportunity to:
- enjoy a stimulating and engaging understanding of the contemporary and historical processes of social, economic, political and cultural change that have shaped the Third World
What will you learn?
Knowledge
- What have been the important social, economic, political and cultural processes that have shaped the ' Third World '.
- How useful different social and economic policies might be for 'Third World Development'.
Thinking skills
- how to evaluate different points of view.
- how to summarise arguments.
- how to develop your own point of view in relation to specified debates
Skills for life and work (general skills)
- how to organise and manage a workload effectively
- how to locate and select sources of information for written work/research
- how to work collaboratively
- how to give oral presentations
- how to apply for jobs in development
Structure
The programme structure
Introduction
All programmes are credit-rated to help you to understand the amount and level of study that is needed.
One credit is equal to 10 hours of directed study time (this includes everything you do e.g. lecture, seminar and private study).
Credits are assigned to one of 5 levels:
- 0 - equivalent in standard to GCE 'A' level and is intended to prepare students for year one of an undergraduate degree programme
- 1 - equivalent in standard to the first year of a full-time undergraduate degree programme
- 2 - equivalent in standard to the second year of a full-time undergraduate degree programme
- 3 - equivalent in standard to the third year of a full-time undergraduate degree programme
- M - equivalent in standard to a Masters degree
Credit rating
The overall credit-rating of this programme is 360 credits.
Typical duration
The typical duration of this programme is three years full-time or five years part-time. It is possible to move from full-time to part-time study and vice-versa to accommodate any external factors such as financial constraints or domestic commitments. Many of our students make use of this flexibility and this may impact on the overall duration of their study period.
How the teaching year is divided
The teaching year begins in September and ends in June, but some programmes also allow students to join at the start of Semester B, in February. A typical full-time student will study the equivalent of 120 credits over the year. A typical part-time student will study for one day and one evening per week and will complete 60-80 credits.
What you will study when
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LEVEL | UEL MODULE CODE |
TITLE | SKILLS MODULES |
CREDITS |
STATUS SINGLE |
STATUS MAJOR | STATUS JOINT | STATUS MINOR |
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1 |
AI1000 |
Study Skills |
Y |
20 |
Core |
Core |
Core | Core |
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1 |
AI1201 |
Poverty, Inequality and International Development |
20 |
Core |
Core |
Core | Core | |
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1 |
AI1206 |
The International Order |
20 |
Core |
Core |
Core | ||
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1 |
AI1203 |
Political Economy |
20 |
Core |
Core |
Core | Core | |
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1 |
AI1202 |
Imperialism: economy, state and war |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | ||
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1 |
AI1205 |
Introduction to NGO management |
20 |
Core |
Option |
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1 |
AI1306 |
International Relations: Issues and Approaches |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | ||
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1 |
University Wide Option |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | |||
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2 |
AI2201 |
Development: From Theory to Practice |
Y |
20 |
Core |
Core |
Option | |
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2 |
AI2203 |
Colonialism: Development, Culture and Resistance |
20 |
Core |
Core |
Option | ||
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2 |
AI2204 |
Globalisation: Anti, Alter and Development |
20 |
Core |
Core |
Core | Core | |
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2 |
AI2207 |
Gender and Development |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | Option | |
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2 |
AI2205 |
Refugees, migration and development |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | Option | |
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2 |
IS2502 | Planning and Resourcing |
20 |
Core |
Option |
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2 |
AI2206 |
Sustainable Development |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | Option | |
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2 |
University Wide Option |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | |||
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3 |
AI3000 |
Dissertation |
Y |
40 |
Option |
Core |
Option | |
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3 |
AI3001 |
Single Dissertation |
Y |
20 |
Core (if AI3000 not taken) |
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3 |
AI3203 |
Food, hunger and development |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | Option | |
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3 |
AI3201 |
Islam and the Modern World |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | Option | |
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3 |
AI3207 |
Conflict, Intervention and Development |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option | Option | |
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3 |
AI3204 |
Overseas study module |
20 |
Option |
Option |
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3 |
University wide option |
20 |
Option |
Option |
Option |
Requirements for gaining an award
In order to gain an honours degree you will need to obtain 360 credits including:
- A minimum of 120 credits at level one or higher
- A minimum of 120 credits at level two or higher
- A minimum of 120 credits at level three or higher
In order to gain an ordinary degree you will need to obtain a minimum of 300 credits including:
- A minimum of 120 credits at level one or higher
- A minimum of 120 credits at level two or higher
- A minimum of 60 credits at level three or higher
In order to gain a Diploma of Higher Education you will need to obtain at least 240 credits including a minimum of 120 credits at level one or higher and 120 credits at level two or higher
In order to gain a Certificate of Higher Education you will need to obtain 120 credits at level one or higher.
In order to gain a Foundation Degree you will need to obtain a minimum of 240 credits including:
- A minimum of 120 credits at level one or higher
- A minimum of 120 credits at level two or higher
(A foundation degree is linked to a named Honours degree onto which a student may progress after successful completion of the Foundation degree.)
Degree Classification
Where a student is eligible for an Honours degree, and has gained a minimum of 240 UEL credits at level 2 or level 3 on the programme, including a minimum of 120 UEL credits at level 3, the award classification is determined by calculating:
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The arithmetic mean of the best 100 credits at level 3 |
× |
2/3 |
+ |
The arithmetic mean of the next best 100 credits at levels 2 and/or 3 |
× |
1/3 |
and applying the mark obtained as a percentage, with all decimals points rounded up to the nearest whole number, to the following classification
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70% - 100% |
First Class Honours |
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60% - 69% |
Second Class Honours, First Division |
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50% - 59% |
Second Class Honours, Second Division |
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40% - 49% |
Third Class Honours |
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0% - 39% |
Not passed |
Assessment
Teaching, learning and assessment
Teaching and learning
Knowledge is developed through
- presentation of frameworks of information in lectures.
- student centred seminar discussions.
- reading of specified texts on a weekly basis.
Thinking skills are developed through
- close analysis of specified texts
- individual and small group exercises in seminar sessions
Skills for life and work (general skills) are developed through
- Tutorials to discuss individual progress
- Oral presentations
- Project work
- NGO placement
- job application exercises
Assessment
Knowledge is assessed by
- coursework essays, exams, presentations, projects
Thinking skills are assessed by
- coursework essays, exams, presentations, projects
Skills for life and work (general skills) are assessed by
- involvement in and contribution to seminar sessions
- involvement in and contribution to group presentations
Quality
How we assure the quality of this programme
Before this programme started
Before the programme started, the following was checked:
- there would be enough qualified staff to teach the programme;
- adequate resources would be in place;
- the overall aims and objectives were appropriate;
- the content of the programme met national benchmark requirements;
- the programme met any professional/statutory body requirements;
- the proposal met other internal quality criteria covering a range of issues such as admissions policy, teaching, learning and assessment strategy and student support mechanisms.
This is done through a process of programme approval which involves consulting academic experts including some subject specialists from other institutions.
How we monitor the quality of this programme
The quality of this programme is monitored each year through evaluating:
- external examiner reports (considering quality and standards);
- statistical information (considering issues such as the pass rate);
- student feedback.
Drawing on this and other information programme teams undertake the annual Review and Enhancement Process which is co-ordinated at School level and includes student participation. The process is monitored by the University's Quality Standing Committee.
Once every six years an in-depth review of the whole field is undertaken by a panel that includes at least two external subject specialists. The panel considers documents, looks at student work, speaks to current and former students and speaks to staff before drawing its conclusions. The result is a report highlighting good practice and identifying areas where action is needed.
The role of the programme committee
This programme has a programme committee comprising all relevant teaching staff, student representatives and others who make a contribution towards the effective operation of the programme (e.g. library/technician staff). The committee has responsibilities for the quality of the programme. It provides input into the operation of the Review and Enhancement Process and proposes changes to improve quality. The programme committee plays a critical role in the University's quality assurance procedures.
The role of external examiners
The standard of this programme is monitored by at least one external examiner. External examiners have two primary responsibilities:
- To ensure the standard of the programme;
- To ensure that justice is done to individual students.
Listening to the views of students
The following methods for gaining student feedback are used on this programme:
- Module evaluations
- Student representation on programme committees
- Meetings with personal tutors
Listening to the views of others
The following methods are used for gaining the views of other interested parties:
- Programme committees
Further Information
Alternative locations for studying this programme
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Where you can find further information
Further information about this programme is available from:
- The UEL web site (http://www.uel.ac.uk)
- The student handbook
- Module study guides
- UEL Manual of Regulations and Policies http:// www.uel.ac.uk/qa/
- UEL Quality Manual http://www.uel.ac.uk/qa/
- Regulations for the Academic Framework http://www.uel.ac.uk/academicframework/
- Current External examiners
- External examiner reports (available from UEL virtual learning environment (UELPlus or Moodle))
