In what ways does the concept of human security present a coherent challenge to traditional notions of security?

Order Description 50% of the final IP2024 mark. Deadline: Thursday 15th December 2016, 4pm. Word Count: 2,500 words +/- 10% (check Section 7 of the Module Handbook for an explanation of what is excluded from the word count). Submitted work must be well presented, legible and, where appropriate, in good Standard English. The use of word processing and spell checking is essential in producing written work. Work should be presented as follows: ? Arial font, point 11. ? Double-spaced. ? 2.5 cm margin on either side of the page. ? Student number and module code in the header (your name should note appear anywhere) ? Page number in the footer. ? Word Count on the front page of the assignment. ? Referencing Style ? Harvard or Footnote/Endnote System – BE CONSISTENT. ? Bibliography or List of References MUST be included (order sources alphabetically). ? Full guidelines in Moodle. ? Sources ? At least 10 academic sources consulted and used in the essay. ? No lecture notes. ? Internet sources – Be careful! ? Quote, paraphrase, or incorporate sources into your analysis. ? Always reference! ? GOOD referencing system + GOOD use of sources = NO plagiarism You need to display knowledge and analytical understanding of the topic i.e. capacity to critically engage with the subject matter. DESCRIBING THE TOPIC IS NOT ENOUGH. To do this you can: ¥ Compare and contrast views and ideas from different sources/arguments. ¥ Challenge existing arguments, supported by evidence. ¥ Show awareness of the possible counter-arguments to the line of argumentation you take. ¥ Relate the conceptual material to current events/‘real-life’ examples. ¥ Use evidence to support statements/arguments, such as examples from real life or from authors in the literature, official documents, case studies, etc. ¥ Think about the feedback from presentations. Answer the question, address it throughout the essay. Be clear about the concepts/assumptions underpinning your argument: ¥ Consistent and accurate use. ¥ Clear outline of concepts if required at the very beginning of essay – helps delimit the boundaries of the argument and the essay. Essay Structure: VITAL FOR A SUCCESSFUL ESSAY. Clear, logical and consistent presentation of arguments. Clarity of thought. Essentials: ¥ Introduction. ¥ Main Body. Conclusion. Introduction: ¥ Clear presentation of the main line of argumentation in response to the essay question. ¥ Clear presentation of the concepts and examples (if any) that will be used to develop the argument. Brief overview of the organisation of the material into ideas, arguments, essay sections i.e. what is the rest of the essay going to look like? Main Body of the Essay: ¥ Develop your ideas/statements/arguments; do not simply describe facts. ¥ Make use of evidence to support your arguments and engage with possible counter-arguments and criticisms to your line of argumentation. ¥ Detailed elaboration of ideas/statements/arguments, either conceptually, empirically or both. ¥ Present ideas/arguments one at a time, each in a different paragraph, in a logical sequence determined by your overall line of argumentation. Show a priority when organising ideas/arguments, know what the important elements are. Conclusion: ¥ Summary of the main points made in the essay. ¥ State your conclusions in relation to the essay question – that is, in relation to your overall line of argumentation in response to the essay question. ¥ Do NOT add new ideas/arguments in response to the essay question – these should always go in the main body of the essay. Distinction 70 and over: work demonstrates excellence in many of the following areas: Accurate reading and exposition. Excellent understanding of complex theories and concepts. Very good ability to evaluate complex arguments and reach reasoned judgements. Main themes and issues are clearly identified and thoroughly explored. Argument is very well supported with accurate and insightful use of evidence. Argument is clear, coherent and logical. Very good ability to challenge received explanations of topics and controversies in social life. Shows good signs of original thought, analysis and evaluation. Accurate synthesis. The content is thoroughly related to the question. Material is very clearly structured and well organized. Work is based on wide reading. Essay is fully referenced and contains a well set out bibliography. Written expression is clear and fluent. Correct punctuation, grammar, spelling and paragraphing. Accurately typed essay. (Full details on pp.48-50 of Programme Handbook)