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International migrations: a global issue
ABOUT THE MOOC : INTERNATIONAL MIGRATIONS: A GLOBAL ISSUE
Catherine Wihtol De Wenden - CERI CNRS/SciencesPo
ABOUT THE COURSE
The world is moving, but not all opinions and governments are willing to accept this poorly understood reality. The issue affects both states and the planet, in a process of globalization and of regionalization of migrations, and raises new questions for international relations, now including the South. This course aims at improving knowledge of the subject, addressing the key issues raised by international migration, and assessing the trends of tomorrow.
FORMAT
The MOOC lasts 7 weeks and focuses on various themes related to migration. It makes use of various types of document, such as maps, news articles, and scientific papers.
The text is in English and the videos are in French with English subtitles
TEACHERS
Catherine Wihtol de Wenden is Research Director at the CNRS (CERI) and teaches at Sciences-Po. She has been a consultant to many international organizations, notably the Council of Europe and the Office of the High Commissioner for Refugees. From 2002 to 2008, she led the "Migration" research group of the International Sociological Association. Author of some 20 books, and having conducted many field investigations, she also teaches at the Sapienza University of Rome.
COURSE OUTLINE
Session 1: Globalization of migration
Session 2: Refugees and environmentally displaced persons
Session 3: Europe
Session 4: France and international migration flows
Session 5: Citizenship and migration
Session 6: Borders
Session 7: Right to mobility and global governance
Duration
6 Months
Institution
Sciences Po
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Sciences Po.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$132
Total Est. Investment
$132
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the International migrations: a global issue program at Sciences Po are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.