Global Governance|Institutions|Policy Effectiveness|International Public Administration

International Organizations (IOs) do the ‘day to day’ work of global governance, and as such substantially shape our world.  IOs both mediate...

International Organisations: Theory and Practice (PUBL0089)

International Organizations (IOs) do the ‘day to day’ work of global governance, and as such substantially shape our world.  IOs both mediate international interactions (e.g. world trade, global security) and engage directly with states in ways that shape domestic affairs (e.g. global human rights and development).  You will exit this course with a greater understanding of the variation in state participation in IOs; the internal workings and management challenges of IOs; and the ways in which IOs operate. Special attention will be paid to the variation in IOs’ effectiveness – whether IOs successfully fulfil their mandates, when, and why.  IOs face substantial challenges and constraints, but also hold the promise of achieving substantial impacts; this course will leave you with a greater understanding of both.

Advanced Materials|Materials Processing|Materials Manufacturing|Advanced Manufacturing|Materials

This module presents the process principles and practical knowledge in advanced materials processing and manufacturing, including (a) industrial processing of...

Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing (NSCI0014)

This module presents the process principles and practical knowledge in advanced materials processing and manufacturing, including (a) industrial processing of materials, (b) surface engineering and (c) additive manufacturing, highlighting materials properties and performance during in-service, as well as life cycle design. The understanding of the processing of materials will be reinforced by hand-on laboratory experience of selected materials processing and surface coating technology. Students will also be exposed to industrial guest speakers giving seminars on the use of industrial processing and manufacturing methods of commercial products and devices, essential for a successful career in advanced material development and manufacturing.