5.00 credits
30.0 h
Q1 and Q2
This learning unit is not open to incoming exchange students!
Teacher(s)
Klimis Emmanuel;
Language
English
Learning outcomes
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
| At the end of this course, the student will have learned: • the functioning of the United Nations and the diplomatic world in general (rules of procedure, powers of the various UN bodies and committees, etc.); • how to negotiate complex issues; • the art of good compromise; • the ability to be understood by the others, to understand their needs and to be included in a common project; • to work in small teams • Public speaking; • to conduct research for international sources on highly specialized topics; • synthesis of sources for the drafting of the following official documents; • the development of critical thinking and the perpetual questioning of oneself; • to work under stress, jetlag and tight deadlines; • English both actively and passively. |
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Content
The course is divided into three parts:
1) A theoretical part common to all delegations (LIMUN, NMUN-NY,...) addressing theoretical aspects and providing a framework of knowledge. These aspects will include the Millennium Development Goals and issues relating to the role of the United Nations in certain dimensions of sustainable development and transition.
2) A part specific to each simulation abroad in which the students will participate, consisting of various sessions supervised by the Head Delegates, the teacher and/or the teaching assistant. The aim of these sessions is to work on the rules specific to the chosen simulation, as well as to practice the various aspects of the simulation (oral presentations, writing, rules of procedure, mini-simulations, etc.). They take place simultaneously, but on different premises. Additional sessions can be organized during weeks when a course is given to both groups. These sessions are determined by the head delegates and the students. Similarly, one or other additional session may be organized to take part in similar simulations, but organized in Belgium (Brussels, Ghent, etc.).
3) The actual simulation abroad.
The course begins in early October, after the selection procedure. Weekly meetings end at the simulation itself (end of February for LIMUN, end of March for NMUN-NY, specific dates in case of other simulations), but a few additional sessions will be organized after the simulations, to enable students to meet professionals in international relations and bilateral and multilateral diplomacy. The course is given exclusively in English.
NB: Due to the university's financial support for student participation in simulations abroad, only a limited number of participants will be able to register for this seminar. A selection process will be organized if the number of applicants exceeds the number of places available.
1) A theoretical part common to all delegations (LIMUN, NMUN-NY,...) addressing theoretical aspects and providing a framework of knowledge. These aspects will include the Millennium Development Goals and issues relating to the role of the United Nations in certain dimensions of sustainable development and transition.
2) A part specific to each simulation abroad in which the students will participate, consisting of various sessions supervised by the Head Delegates, the teacher and/or the teaching assistant. The aim of these sessions is to work on the rules specific to the chosen simulation, as well as to practice the various aspects of the simulation (oral presentations, writing, rules of procedure, mini-simulations, etc.). They take place simultaneously, but on different premises. Additional sessions can be organized during weeks when a course is given to both groups. These sessions are determined by the head delegates and the students. Similarly, one or other additional session may be organized to take part in similar simulations, but organized in Belgium (Brussels, Ghent, etc.).
3) The actual simulation abroad.
The course begins in early October, after the selection procedure. Weekly meetings end at the simulation itself (end of February for LIMUN, end of March for NMUN-NY, specific dates in case of other simulations), but a few additional sessions will be organized after the simulations, to enable students to meet professionals in international relations and bilateral and multilateral diplomacy. The course is given exclusively in English.
NB: Due to the university's financial support for student participation in simulations abroad, only a limited number of participants will be able to register for this seminar. A selection process will be organized if the number of applicants exceeds the number of places available.
Teaching methods
Theoretical sessions, practical sessions and simulation(s).
Evaluation methods
The final grade will be based on the following distribution:
• Presence and active participation in the sessions, including a prior simulation in Belgium (ULB MUN, BruxMUN) - 25%
• Position Paper - 25%
• Participation, work and investment during the simulation - 25%
• Final report - 25%
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) must be used responsibly and in accordance with the practices of academic and scientific integrity. This implies that anyone using generative AIs in a way that is not consistent with their intended use is committing an irregularity within the meaning of art. 107 of the RGEE (non-personal production by the student as part of an assessment). Permitted uses of AI will be specified in class and on the course Moodle page. In all cases, those using generative AI will be required to make explicit mention of it in the terms and conditions communicated in this respect, and to keep an accessible verbatim record of the requests made to the AI and the responses given, as well as the date on which the exchange took place.
• Presence and active participation in the sessions, including a prior simulation in Belgium (ULB MUN, BruxMUN) - 25%
• Position Paper - 25%
• Participation, work and investment during the simulation - 25%
• Final report - 25%
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) must be used responsibly and in accordance with the practices of academic and scientific integrity. This implies that anyone using generative AIs in a way that is not consistent with their intended use is committing an irregularity within the meaning of art. 107 of the RGEE (non-personal production by the student as part of an assessment). Permitted uses of AI will be specified in class and on the course Moodle page. In all cases, those using generative AI will be required to make explicit mention of it in the terms and conditions communicated in this respect, and to keep an accessible verbatim record of the requests made to the AI and the responses given, as well as the date on which the exchange took place.
Other information
This course is not open to exchange students, nor to 1st year students. Other exceptions also apply.
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