Forced Labour, Trafficking and Bordering (351D7)
Forced Labour, Trafficking and Bordering
Module 351D7
Module details for 2026/27.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate an understanding of debates around the structural causes
driving forced labour and trafficking in contemporary globalised and
securitised economies.
Demonstrate an understanding of policy approaches on forced labour,
modern slavery and human trafficking.
Critically evaluate and assess specific approaches to labour agency and
collective action.
ind and evaluate academic literature related to forced labour, modern
slavery and human trafficking.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 25.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group Presentation | T1 Week 11 (10 minutes) | 100.00% |
| Essay (3500 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Thu 16:00 | 75.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
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