This course is for people who are interested in learning about the immense and intrinsic nature of globalization processes as they relate to South Asia. South Asia has a prominent position in how globalization processes are unfolding and transmitting themselves. For instance, flows of culture through art, digital media, film, and migration exist alongside economic flows of trade, transnational families and remittances, and multi-national corporations%E2%80%99 investments and activities. Global South Asia thus exists both within and outside of the geographical region on a scale which requires tools and skills of analysis in charting out these historical as well as rapidly evolving processes.This course introduces students to key concepts in the study of globalization and equips students with the tools they need to examine a range of illustrations and contemporary examples of global South Asia, including culturally rich diaspora communities of London. The syllabus is designed to engage students with core concepts within the area of globalization studies. Students will be introduced to a number of different areas in applying these concepts to develop their understanding of the complexities and extent of these processes. A key feature of the course will be its utilisation of the globalized context of London and its rich resources. Visits to museums and other sites of significance will be embedded in the course structure.The course is particularly intended for students who are either new to the social sciences or the study of South Asia or already have exposure but are interested in expanding their knowledge and critical skills in potentially continuing on with their studies.

Course leader
Dr Navtej K Purewal

Target group
Current students, professionals + leisure learners

Course aim
On successful completion of the course, a student should be able to demonstrate the ability to:To be able to comprehend theories of globalisation and apply them to a range of examplesTo be able to identify how global processes are impacting upon South Asia as a regionTo be able to analyse an array of different expressions of globalisation using tools and frameworks relevant to the study of globalisation

Credits info
7.5 ECTS Students are usually able to obtain credits from their home institution and generally our courses receive 3 credits in the US system and 7.5 ECTS in the European system. However the summer courses remain non-accredited by SOAS. If you intend to claim credits from your home institution, please check the requirements with them before you enrol. We will be happy to assist you in any way we can, however please be aware that the decision to award credits rests with your home institution.Assessment will be optional and will vary for each course. Participants will be provided with a certificate of attendance and transcripts will be available on request.

Fee info
GBP 1400: TuitionA tuition fee of 1400 will be charged per 3-week programme. This figure does not include accommodation fees.Application feeA one-off, non-refundable application fee of 60 will be charged to cover administration costs. Please visit the SOAS online store to make your application fee payment.DiscountsAn early bird discount of 10% is available if fees are paid by 31 March 2015.15% discount for SOAS Alumni.20% discount for current SOAS students.Other discounts are available for partner institutions and groups, please contact us for further information.



Scholarships
SOAS, University of London offers a limited number of scholarships for participation in academic courses which are part of sessions 2 and 3 of the SOAS Academic Summer School 2015 programme. These scholarships are in the form of partial fee waivers to cur

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