When natural hazards like earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and floods interact with vulnerable human populations and their structures, disaster can devastate communities. Drawing on expertise from physical and social sciences, this course examines how natural hazards are formed, monitored
Migration is a key challenge in contemporary societies. The magnitude of people who live and work abroad has never been as large as today, with migrants making crucial contributions to economic, social, cultural and political transformation in modern societies. This situation is a momentous
How does media organise social and cultural life? What is the 'sexualisation of culture', and what does it mean for contemporary gender relations? How can we approach critical issues of power and agency in the analysis of 'postfeminism'? Can media be used as a resource for contemporary cultural
Nuclear disarmament, terrorism, organised crime and natural disasters have risen to central stage in international security. They challenge the national security of states and, increasingly, of our societies. At the same time, more and more tasks, from monitoring and peacekeeping to conflict
British cities, some thousands of years old, face a turning point. At once historic, modern and global, they are rapidly changing, with riots and protests in 2011 bringing tensions to the surface.The British City, birthplace of industry and modern democracy, the theory of gravity, the prose of
Offering the perfect introduction to London and to British Cinema, this course introduces significant debates within film studies through a focus on three key themes in the representation of London on film: Victorian London, London at War and Swinging London.As a student, you will develop a
Offering an exciting opportunity to explore your own experiences of cities as urban spaces in terms of key texts and literary theory, this course examines the relationship between narrative representation and urban space by closely 'reading' three cities in modern literature - London, Dublin and
Legal managers' behaviour and personality types of legal workers have a huge impact on the work climate within legal services firms and are critical components in employee engagement and organizational success. This course will especially enable law students and legal workers to gain the latest
Put simply, this course will give you greater insight into your personal career ambitions and how you can make those ambitions a reality. Helping you effectively prepare for tough competition, you'll be able to answer questions like: What do international graduate recruiters in different areas of
One of the most influential languages of all time, this course offers you the opportunity to become confident translating basic English into Latin and reading simple texts in Latin, developing your skills for career progression, education or simply personal fulfilment. Whether you're a school
