This module explores the experience of refugees and other forced migrants
displaced by conflict. It examines the causes of contemporary forced migration in
order to understand the implications of different causes for the nature of migration
flows and the corresponding humanitarian response. It critically evaluates the
international and regional normative frameworks for the protection of forced migrants,
considering different migrant categories: refugees, internally displaced persons,
stateless persons, and victims of human trafficking. The module considers the
practical dilemmas in protecting the rights of forced migrants.
The course runs from April to July each year. It is developed over 8 weeks for non-
credit. This includes 2 reading weeks, 6 interactive weeks. Most of the course is asynchronous except for a one hour per week webinar. It is designed to be accessible for learners working full time.