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Politics of International Aid - SOCW7852
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Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
 
 
School:  School of Social Sciences and International Studies
 
 
Course Outline: http://socialwork.arts.unsw.edu.au/
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 8
 
 
EFTSL: 0.16667 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 2
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

An introduction to the international aid agencies, their respective structures, roles and relationships with one another. Also provides an introduction to the impact of international economics and international politics on matters relating to international aid. Examines the workings of government and non-government aid agencies at the national and international level. This information is related to case studies which demonstrate skills to negotiate within the international aid systems, secure funding, lobby and advocate to redefine development assistance.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course, students will be able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the roles and functions of International Aid Agencies
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the United Nations Economic and Social Council in international development
  • Apply human rights instruments to international aid situations and issues
  • Analyse the role of international and local politics on the provision of international aid
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the impacts of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund on the structure of international aid
  • Debate ethical issues in the politics of international aid.

Assessment

  • Assessment (2500 words) - 40%
  • Assessment (3500 words) - 60%

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