General Information
This subject introduces you to the field of human security, global political economy and global development. You will examine global political economy theory by studying the elemental three: mercantilism, liberalism and Marxism. Human Security and Global Development also explores the more contemporary work of global political economy scholars who have both reinvigorated and challenged the elemental three theories with new ideas and critiques. The second part of the subject applies the field of global political economy to the pressing question of global development. How can the bulk of humanity be lifted beyond mere existence? Which structures of the global political economy are critical to global development and which of these are supporting or undermining these efforts? In this subject, you will gain advanced theoretical, historical and practical understanding of global development and the ability to employ the principles of global political economy in the pursuit of global development.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Society & Design Subject code: INTR71-350 Subject title: Human Security and Global Development Subject level: Postgraduate Semester/Year: January 2025 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Online Workload items: - Seminar: x12 (Total hours: 36) - Weekly Seminar
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Recommended Study Hours
Attendance and learning activities: As successful completion of this subject is heavily dependent on participation during all scheduled sessions, attendance will be monitored. Most sessions build on the content of the previous one. It is difficult for a student to recover the information if a session is missed. It is the responsibility of the student to view the recordings of the weekly live sessions in order to catch up on any content missed and to complete set work outside class. In addition to synchronous sessions, students should plan to spend a minimum of 84 hours undertaking preparation/out of class work/personal study for this subject. This is intended as a general guide only for workload planning and more time may be required depending on different factors such as the familiarity of the content. Please note: If you study on-campus, always bring your laptop to class. If you study online, always choose a private quiet place, with reliable internet and working microphone and camera, as you will be required to use them regularly. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Books
- United Nations Development Programme (1994). Human Development Report 1994: New Dimensions of Human Security. 1st, New York Oxford University Press
- Theodore H. Cohn,Anil Hira (2018). Global Political Economy. 8th ed, Taylor & Francis Ltd
- André Broome (2014). Issues and Actors in the Global Political Economy. n/a, Palgrave Macmillan 344
- Anthony Payne, Nicola Phillips (2010). Development. n/a, Polity 222
iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications.
Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Society & Design |
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| Subject code: | INTR71-350 |
| Subject title: | Human Security and Global Development |
| Subject level: | Postgraduate |
| Semester/Year: | January 2025 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Online |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | As successful completion of this subject is heavily dependent on participation during all scheduled sessions, attendance will be monitored. Most sessions build on the content of the previous one. It is difficult for a student to recover the information if a session is missed. It is the responsibility of the student to view the recordings of the weekly live sessions in order to catch up on any content missed and to complete set work outside class. In addition to synchronous sessions, students should plan to spend a minimum of 84 hours undertaking preparation/out of class work/personal study for this subject. This is intended as a general guide only for workload planning and more time may be required depending on different factors such as the familiarity of the content. Please note: If you study on-campus, always bring your laptop to class. If you study online, always choose a private quiet place, with reliable internet and working microphone and camera, as you will be required to use them regularly. |
| Prescribed resources: | Books
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Project Report Students will be required to critically analyse the challenges of human security, political economy and global development as they impact one specific country. 60.00% Week 12 1,3 Student Engagement Students will be graded on their ability to engage in class discussion. 10.00% Ongoing 1,2,3 Project Seminar Presentation: Students will present an in-depth analysis of one of the seven elements of human security, focusing on case application and institutional responses. 30.00% In Consultation 1,2,3 - * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Project Report | Students will be required to critically analyse the challenges of human security, political economy and global development as they impact one specific country. | 60.00% | Week 12 | 1,3 |
| Student Engagement | Students will be graded on their ability to engage in class discussion. | 10.00% | Ongoing | 1,2,3 |
| Project | Seminar Presentation: Students will present an in-depth analysis of one of the seven elements of human security, focusing on case application and institutional responses. | 30.00% | In Consultation | 1,2,3 |
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A student who has not established a basis for an extension in compliance with University and Faculty policy either by 1) not applying before the assessment due date or 2) by having an application rejected due to failure to show a justifiable cause for an extension, will receive a penalty on assessment submitted after its due date. The penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment for every day late, with the first day counted after the required submission time has passed. No assessment will be accepted for consideration seven calendar days after the due date. Where a student has been granted an extension, the late penalty starts from the new due date and time set out in the extension.
Academic Integrity
Bond University‘s Student Code of Conduct Policy , Student Charter, Academic Integrity Policy and our Graduate Attributes guide expectations regarding student behaviour, their rights and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on our Academic Integrity webpage recognising that academic integrity involves demonstrating the principles of integrity (honesty, fairness, trust, professionalism, courage, responsibility, and respect) in words and actions across all aspects of academic endeavour.
Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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The Security Paradigm
This seminar provides an introduction and overview to the course and assessments. The concept of human security will be contextualised with specific reference to the changing security agenda and the emerging global frameworks for human security.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Security in the Contemporary Context: Non-traditional Security Threats
This seminar explores the impacts of human security within the framework of non-traditional security threats, introducing how the contemporary international system has come to face these multifaceted challenges.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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The Human Security Agenda
In this seminar, the institutions and legal frameworks that govern the global responses to human security will be discussed, highlighting the evolution of the human security agenda.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Economic and Environmental Security
Beginning the exploration into the components of human security, this lecture focuses on economic and environmental security. Cases and institutions will be assessed to examine how these threats to security manifest and are managed.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Food and Health Security
Building on previous weeks, the two components of human security that will be highlighted in this lecture are food and health security. Again, cases dealing with these threats to security will be examined.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Personal, Communal and Political Security
This week examines the final components of human security, namely looking at the aspects of insecurity that impact the individual.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Future Trends in Human Security
This week will focus on the future of human security, analysing trends of development and focusing predominantly on urgent case studies around the world.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Global Political Economy
The concept of the global political economy will be explored in this seminar, noting that the link between global political economy, human security and development. The theories and actors operating within the global political economy will be considered.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Global Development: Concepts and Concerns
This seminar introduces the concepts and theories of global development given within the current international system.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Impacts of Global Development
The way that global development and human security impact one another will be presented in this seminar, including issues such as overpopulation, resource scarcity and nontraditional contributors to conflict. Potential resolution methods will be examined by exploring democracy, governance and the role of institutions in responding to these impacts.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Human Development
This seminar proposes some conclusions to the concepts of the subject and will be drawn linking together the complex relationship between human security, the global political economy and global development, focusing on the concept of human development.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.
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Conclusions and Overview
Having explored a number of important topics, this week will offer conclusions relating to future trends in this area. The central focus will be on the improvements required in the international system to better address areas of insecurity.
SLOs included
- Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Human Security and Global Development.
- Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Human Security and Global Development.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills of Human Security and Global development to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.