Global Food Security (005GS)
Global Food Security
Module 005GS
Module details for 2026/27.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module learning outcomes
Evaluate the main dimensions, metrics and indicators of food security.
Understand and evaluate the different dimensions to food security using the current literature in global sustainable food security.
Recognise the significance, assumptions, and limitations of arguments related to these dimensions of global food security and their applicability over time and across space
Formulate academic arguments about contemporary food-security related issues and present them in varied forms.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (2000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:00 | 50.00% |
| Coursework | 50.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group Presentation | T2 Week 11 (20 minutes) | 40.00% |
| Report | T2 Week 11 | 60.00% |
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 | Seminar | 3 hours | 11111111110 |
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