From Bombs to Algorithms (016IRS)
From Bombs to Algorithms: Science, Technologies, and Global Insecurity
Module 016IRS
Module details for 2024/25.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module learning outcomes
Show coherent knowledge of different social scientific perspectives on studying the entanglements of science, technology, society, and security
Be able to critique the techno-determinism and techno-optimism present in academic, popular, and political discourse
Demonstrate understanding of how technology shapes and is shaped by international political developments and practices of war-making
Critically reflect on current controversies involving science, technology, and security
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (3500 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Tue 16:00 | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T2 Week 7 | 66.67% |
| Group Presentation | T2 Week 11 (10 minutes) | 33.33% |
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 | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Melanie Richter-Montpetit
Assess convenor
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Dr Lindsay Clark
Convenor
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