Sociology of Globalisation: From international migration to the global diffusion of ideas and policies

This elective course, designed for both undergraduate and master's students, delves into the intricate ways in which processes of globalization shape our daily lives. While the influence of the local and national remains significant, our interactions are increasingly impacted by global dynamics. The course explores the intersections of the global, national, and local spheres, with a specific focus on three key areas:

Mobility Across Borders:

• Examining various forms and outcomes of migration.
• Analyzing the impact of migration on societies and individuals.

Global Education Systems:

• Exploring how internationalization is transforming educational systems around the world.
• Analyzing the interaction between local and national education priorities, and how they intersect with the international mobility of people and ideas, exploring the resulting consequences for inequalities.

Policy Dynamics:

• Exploring the adoption and adaptation of policies related to migration and education at international, national and local levels.

The course introduces students to theories and concepts that capture the ways in which globalization processes both reproduce but also disrupt existing inequalities. Through close readings and discussions, students will gain insights into the complexities of migration, education, and policy studies within the global context. The course engages with published empirical research and incorporates perspectives from practitioners in the field, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of how the intersections between the global, national, and local are actively managed and innovated.