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865-0002-00L 1 Credits MSC , WBZ , NDS D-GESS

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Migration and Development

Lecturers & Examiners: Kimon Schneider, Jasmine Neve

Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. ETH MA/MSc students apply with a letter of motivation to the NADEL administration office. Registration only through the NADEL administration office.

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Abstract

Globally, over 280 million people live outside their countries of origin. While the concept of migration has negative connotations for some, migration can bring significant benefits – to both countries of origin and destination, if the right policies and initiatives are in place.The course explores the role that international cooperation can play in promoting the positive aspects of migration.

Objective

Course participants have improved understanding of the following issues: - Definition of migration concepts and terms - international legal frameworks related to migration - The geography of migration flows - Major drivers of migration - The evolving concept of “migration and development” - International cooperation organisations and their strategies and activities in terms of migration and development.

Content

Globally, over 280 million people are currently living outside their countries of origin, voluntarily and involuntarily; and a further 60 million people live in internal displacement settings within their countries of origin. Migration is multifaceted, and driven by various, often interlinked factors including conflict and violence, economic, social and political factors, as well as environmental and climate related events. While the concept of migration has negative connotations for some, migration can bring significant benefits – to both countries of origin and destination, if the right policies and initiatives are in place. The course explores the role that international cooperation can play in promoting the positive aspects of migration and in reducing the potential negative consequences. This course covers: - important terms and concepts related to migration; - international legal frameworks related to migration; - the geography of migration flows; - major drivers of migration; - the evolving concept of migration and development; - actions, strategies and initiatives of international cooperation actors when it comes to migration and development.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: MSC , WBZ , NDS
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Migration and Development Block course from 18.12. – 20.12.2023 Location: CLD A1	No time listed	24 h semesterly

Offered In

Comparative and International Studies Master
- Electives
MAS in Development and Cooperation (The compulsory courses of NADEL are accessible only for students of the MAS in Development and Cooperation and for qualified employees with at least two years experience in development cooperation and a Master's level or equivalent level of education as recognized by ETH. PhD students doing empirical research in development cooperation may be admitted "sur Dossier". The elective courses are open to master students of the ETH with registration/ waiting list. MAS students do have priority.)
- Advanced Training Courses
CAS in Development and Cooperation (Take place each spring semester and every second autumn semester (odd years).)
- Module