Program Overview

Humanitarian Crisis Response (IRDR0019)

Key Information

• Faculty: Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
• Teaching department: Risk and Disaster Reduction
• Credit value: 15
• Restrictions: N/A

Alternative Credit Options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

The international community has evolved a system for responding to major humanitarian emergencies. This module will explain the structure and dynamics of this humanitarian response system, describe how it functions at international, national, and other levels, and the challenges it faces during crises and disasters. It will enable students to become familiar with the major issues and trends associated with modern humanitarianism and the methodologies, tools, and guidelines used when responding to crises. Examples will illustrate the principal challenges and successes in the field. The module will build knowledge of practical, theoretical, and ethical approaches to humanitarian action.

The module will make significant use of examples, scenarios, and case studies to facilitate the development of critical thinking.

Module Deliveries for 2026/27 Academic Year

• Intended teaching term: Term 1
• Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 4)

Teaching and Assessment

• Mode of study: In person
• Methods of assessment:
  • 50% Exam
  • 50% Group activity
• Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other Information

• Number of students on module in previous year: 100
• Module leader: Dr. Lisa Guppy

Sustainability

For a list of modules related to climate change as well as social and environmental sustainability, this module contributes to the broader discussion on humanitarian crises and their impact on communities and the environment.