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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2019 - 2020
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Description This module will provide students with a comprehensive overview of the issues faced by newly arrived forced migrants. It will look at existing integration policies in Ireland and at the different ways in which refugee relocation and empowerment can take place, as well as strategies to combat prejudices and racism against refugees and asylum seekers. This module will be delivered with input from NGOs and practitioners working with refugees and asylum seekers. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Show an understanding of the socio-political factors that affect reception conditions, particularly in the EU context 2. Show an awareness of the different issues faced by refugees and asylum seekers upon arrival in the host society 3. Be capable of identifying and responding to the needs of newly arrived refugees and asylum seekers 4. Put in place strategies to combat stereotyping and racism through effective awareness raising and advocacy 5. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of empowering newly arrived populations and of different ways to achieve this. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities Asylum in the EUIntegration policies and modelsThe language of forced asylumChallenges of integration for asylum seekers/refugeesNGOs and advocacyDealing with vulnerable groups | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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