Decolonising Society and Politics
Learn how to make meaningful decolonial changes wherever you work as you explore decolonisation across a range of sectors.
Cost
£1,290
Develop your understanding of decolonisation with the University of Aberdeen
On this microcredential, you’ll learn how to make meaningful decolonial changes in various sectors such as education, global trade, politics, and climate governance.
You’ll deepen your understanding of decolonisation as you debate its relevance to real-world challenges. Through this exploration, you’ll gain the tools to implement significant changes across your personal and professional life.
Learning from an experienced team of academic researchers, you’ll gain expert insights into decolonising professional practice.
Unpack both colonialism and decolonisation
You’ll start by exploring colonialism and decolonisation from historical perspectives, helping you gain a comprehensive understanding.
Next, you’ll begin delving into different sectors. You’ll first look at decolonising curriculums and how education systems can go beyond merely changing reading lists and instead, ensure a more inclusive and accurate representation of history.
You’ll then study the ongoing advances and challenges in decolonising museums and the creative arts. Through this exploration, you’ll understand how cultural institutions can reframe their narratives and practices.
Understand how to decolonise public health and more
Moving through a variety of sectors, you’ll discover how public health practices can be rethought, ensuring healthcare systems are more equitable for all.
You’ll also examine the global trade systems to ensure fairer trade practices that don’t perpetuate colonial inequities.
Explore the issues in decolonising international trade and finance
Delving into international trade and finance, you’ll learn how decolonial strategies can be used to create fairer economic systems.
You’ll also investigate foreign policy and international development and understand how decolonial principles can help promote global justice.
By the end of the microcredential, you’ll be able to discuss key issues around decolonisation and apply these insights to your professional field.
The content on this microcredential addresses racism, as this is an important aspect of decolonisation. This will be done in a safe space and support will be available.
How will the skills you learn help in your career?
Through practical examples, you’ll learn how to apply what you have learned to your career. For example, you could revise a school curriculum, review a company policy, or rethink cultural institutions.
With this knowledge, you’ll be able to enhance your employability and promotion prospects as you gain skills in the increasingly essential field of decolonisation.
What’s more, you’ll also gain access to free career support from the University of Aberdeen.
How will you be assessed?
This course is assessed online through a piece of research that you’ll present in a short video (worth 30% of your final course grade), as well as a written report worth 70%.
What will you receive?
You’ll earn 30 Master’s level credits (SCQF Level 11) with this microcredential.
Are you eligible for this microcredential?
There are no formal entry requirements to join this microcredential. However, because it’s delivered at Master’s level, we recommend having a 2:2 undergraduate degree or; relevant work experience that supports this level of study.
While you don’t need to provide proof of your English language level before the start, an IELTS score of 6.5 overall is recommended to complete the course.
Is this microcredential right for you?
If you work in a sector that calls for decolonisation, this microcredential will be of interest to you. This includes:
- education
- business
- government
- international development
- arts and culture
- media
- public health, and
- third sector organisations
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