The course is designed for people from clinical and non-clinical backgrounds who are currently working in, or aim to work in, the humanitarian field. Humanitarian workers find themselves operating in complex and diverse environments due to conflict and natural disasters. This course aims to equip you with the understanding, knowledge and skills to evaluate, plan and implement projects in the humanitarian setting.

• The course hosts UK students from both clinical and non-clinical backgrounds.
• You will be taught by highly experienced lecturers with backgrounds in humanitarian aid and international development.
• A multidisciplinary approach to teaching will be used in order to maximise learning. Lectures from the Business School, the School of Law, Biological Sciences and Human and Health Sciences feed into this course.
• The course uses a case study approach to teaching in order to maximise your participation and learning.

 

You will develop a deep understanding of the many issues related to humanitarian and disasters management including, political economy, ethical and legal issues, the historical context of humanitarian aid, planning and risk management, the impact of environmental disasters and working with refugees. This course provides the theoretical underpinning which is necessary for anyone working, or planning to work, in this field.