Description
The module draws on the body of classical writings on the political and governance systems in Islam, the role governments play (siyasa shari’ya), and the legacy systems left by European governments in some countries after colonial rule, to develop a critical understanding of the contemporary debates and challenges facing sustainable development professionals working under a range of political systems and regulatory institutions in the Muslim world. This analysis would enable a deeper understanding of the political, cultural and regulatory impediments that hinder the development of the Muslim nation states.
Aims
The aim of this module is to give students the critical skill and knowledge democracy and governance.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module the student should be able to:
- Enable students to critically evaluate the concepts, characteristics and models of democracy and good governance (processes and regulatory systems) in relation to sustainable development.
- Develop a critical understanding of the extent to which Islamic values and principles, and political systems and governance institutions developed in the Muslim world provide an enabling/constraining environment for sustainable development.
- Enable students to critically assess the key issues/challenges facing sustainable development professionals working under a range of political systems and regulatory institutions in Muslim countries.
Indicative Content
1 Globalized World
Contextualizing Development in a Globalized World Islam and Modern Governance: A Comparative Perspective The State in Development: Colonialism, Post-colonialism and the UN Decades of Development (1961-1991)
2 Developmental State
The Developmental State: Features, Strategies and Geopolitics
3 Islam and Democratic Development
Islam and Democratic Development: Role of Shariah in Development
4 Governance
Governance Theories for the SDGs Understanding the Regulatory Environment for Development The United Nations and the Governance of Sustainable Development Goals
5 Case Studies
Role of Decentralization in Development of the Muslim World Case Studies
| Teaching and Learning Method | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | |
| Tutorial/Seminar | 20 |
| Supervised Practical Activity | 20 |
| Unsupervised Practical Activity | |
| Assessment | 40 |
| Independent | 120 |
Guidance Notes
SCQF Level - The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.
Credit Value – The total value of SCQF credits for the module. 20 credits are the equivalent of 10 ECTS credits. A full-time student should normally register for 60 SCQF credits per semester.
Disclaimer
We make every effort to ensure that the information on our website is accurate but it is possible that some changes may occur prior to the academic year of entry. The modules listed in this catalogue are offered subject to availability during academic year 2025/6, and may be subject to change for future years.