Convenor name: Dr Iain Overton
Convenor email: io11@soas.ac.uk
Module dates: 21st Jan - 1st Apr 2026 inclusive
Intended learning outcomes:
LO1: Linking conflict and human rights reporting to measurable impact
LO2: Risk assessment and mitigation planning for hostile/restrictive settings
LO3: Ethical decision-making and safeguarding for sources and reporters
LO4: Designing methodologically sound, in-depth human rights investigations
Assessment 1: Name: Assignment 1 (AS1)
Assessment 1: Weighting: 30%
Assessment 1: Due date: 27 Feb 2026
Assessment 1: Format: Short report (1000 words)
Assessment 2: Name: Assignment 2 (AS2)
Assessment 2: Weighting: 70%
Assessment 2: Due date: 1 May 2026
Assessment 2: Format: Advocacy guide (1500 words)
Page type: Module
Study year: 2025/26
Librarian name: Naomi Hart
Librarian email: nh64@soas.ac.uk
Page template: 2025/26 On campus
