| Program start date | Application deadline |
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Program Overview
University Program Information
Short course Humanitarian Action (Level 6)
Course Overview
This module will develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours preparing you to deliver humanitarian action either in your local community or overseas. It will broaden and deepen your perception of your role in aid and advocacy settings giving you the skills to prepare, manage programmes and projects and build resilience into your systems. We hope to assist you with shaping your ability to contribute more effectively to policy and doctrine developments that will ultimately improve yours and your team's practice through transformative learning.
Course Details
Location and Duration
- Location: Online
- Duration: Part-time, 12 weeks, Part-time, Single Module
Start Date and Entry Requirements
- Start date: January
- Entry Requirements: Prior successful study at level 5 or above. See Programme Specification (PDF) for more details.
Course Outline
Course Summary
This module will develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours preparing you to deliver humanitarian action either in your local community or overseas.
Modules and Programme Specification
- Modules: This module can be studied on a stand-alone basis, as a core module within the UADip Disaster, Crisis and Humanitarian Response award or as part of the BSc (Hons) Paramedic: Practice Development programme.
- Programme specification: See Programme Specification (PDF) for more details.
Assessment and Timetable
Assessment and Feedback
- Full details are available in the Programme Specification (PDF).
Timetables
- The teaching timetable should be available from the end of August. Access to the timetable is through the Student Hub – you will be able to access the Student Hub after you have completed online registration.
Fees and Financial Support
Fees and Scholarships
- The tuition fees for CPD and short courses vary based on the intensity and length of the course. See finance page for more information.
- Scholarships and bursaries: We have a wide range of scholarships, bursaries, grants and funds available to support you throughout your studies.
Resources and Facilities
Support Services
- We are amongst the UK's leading health and science faculties and are proud of the high level of support we are able to offer to our students.
- Employment record: Our employment record is excellent.
Academic Staff
Meet the Staff
- Our academic staff are passionate about their field and have a wealth of real-world experience to back up their knowledge. See Staff Profiles for more details.
Student Experience
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Programme Delivery
Mode of Delivery
- This course is delivered online.
Course Outcomes
Skills and Competencies
- Develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours preparing you to deliver humanitarian action either in your local community or overseas.
- Contribute more effectively to policy and doctrine developments that will ultimately improve yours and your team's practice through transformative learning.
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Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This module is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and behaviors required to deliver humanitarian action, both locally and internationally.
Objectives:
- To broaden and deepen participants' understanding of their role in aid and advocacy settings.
- To develop skills in preparing, managing programs and projects, and building resilience into systems.
- To enhance students' ability to contribute effectively to policy and doctrine developments that improve their own and their team's practices through transformative learning.
Outline:
Content:
The module delves into various aspects of humanitarian action, focusing on:
- Understanding the principles and practices of humanitarian action.
- Developing leadership and management skills for humanitarian work.
- Building resilience in individuals and organizations to prepare for and respond to humanitarian crises.
- Contributing to policy and doctrine development for effective humanitarian response.
Structure:
The module is offered as a 20-credit module and can be studied at Levels 4, 5, 6, and 7, depending on the student's academic requirements. It can be taken as a standalone module or as part of a practice development University Advanced Diploma or Post-Graduate Certificate in Disaster Crisis and Humanitarian Response.
Modules:
- Humanitarian Action: This module provides a comprehensive overview of humanitarian action, including its principles, history, and current challenges.
- Disaster Response: This module focuses on the practical aspects of disaster response, including preparedness, response, and recovery.
- Safety and Security for Humanitarian, Disaster Response and Development Workers: This module covers the safety and security considerations for humanitarian workers in high-risk environments.
Course Schedule:
The module is delivered over three months and can be accessed completely online, allowing students to study at their own pace and fit their studies around their professional and personal lives.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- Summative assessment: A written assignment agreed upon with the tutor at the beginning of the module.
- Formative evaluations: Used throughout the module to shape the final assessment.
Criteria:
The criteria for the final assessment will be discussed with the tutor and will be based on the learning objectives of the module.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The module is delivered online, with a combination of:
- Online lectures: Provide comprehensive coverage of the subject matter.
- Interactive discussions: Facilitate engagement and collaborative learning.
- Case studies: Allow students to apply their learning to real-world scenarios.
- Self-directed learning activities: Provide opportunities for independent study and exploration.
Faculty:
The module is taught by experienced academics and practitioners with expertise in humanitarian action.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
Upon completion of the module, students will be equipped to pursue careers in:
- Humanitarian organizations: NGOs, international aid agencies, and relief organizations.
- Government agencies: Departments of foreign affairs, development, and emergency management.
- Private sector: Companies involved in disaster relief, development, and humanitarian logistics.
- Research and advocacy: Think tanks, research institutions, and advocacy groups.
Opportunities:
The module provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to make a meaningful contribution to the humanitarian sector.
Outcomes:
Successful completion of the module will equip students with:
- A comprehensive understanding of humanitarian action and its principles.
- Practical skills in planning, managing, and implementing humanitarian projects.
- Enhanced leadership and communication abilities in a humanitarian context.
- A commitment to ethical and effective humanitarian practice.
Other:
The module is designed to be flexible and adaptable to the needs of individual learners. It can be studied alongside other courses or as part of a larger program of study.
Entry Requirements:
This course is suitable for anyone who wishes to improve and develop their leadership and management skills. There are no pre-requisites and the content is ideal for employees at all levels of work.
