Explore what it takes to create positive social and political change

Module details

  • Offered to 1st years
  • Tuesdays 16.00-18.00
  • 8 weeks (autumn or spring term)
  • Planned delivery: On campus (South Kensington)
  • Non-credit only
How to enrol

Throughout history, big societal and political changes have been brought about by ordinary people coming together to create awareness, momentum and an imperative for change. Collective and sustained action can transform campaigning and individual effort into a social movement.

This module explores the power of ordinary people to change the world for the better. We will draw from historical examples such as the Movement For Women's Suffrage, recent events like the Arab Spring and contemporaneous movements like Black Lives Matter and the Strike for Climate. We will consider activists - what makes these people take action and how do they inspire others to join with them. Finally, we will consider what is required to make change happen - the anatomy of change. 

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Got any questions?

Contact the module leader
Dr Mark Pope
mark.pope@imperial.ac.uk