UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
School of Social and International Studies
Division of Social Science and Criminal Justice Studies
MA Human Trafficking
Awarding and teaching
institution:
University of Bradford
Final award:
PG Cert/PG Diploma/MA in Human Trafficking
[Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level
M]
Programme title:
Human Trafficking
Programme accredited by:
University of Bradford
Duration:
12 months full time
Minimum 24 months part time
UCAS code:
Date produced:
September, 2010
Last updated :
April 2012
Introduction
The goal of this programme is to develop knowledge and understanding of human
trafficking against the backdrop of legal, social and policy developments at an international
and UK level. We seek to do this through engagement with dominant theories on the trade
in human trafficking and by awareness of the impact of trafficking on men, women and
children. In addition to this theoretical framework, the programme also considers
exploitation in the context of rights, globalisation, conflict, sex work and violence against
women and children. The content of the program addresses issues of critical thinking,
practice and policy developments, and developments in professional practice. The
programme design promotes the value of adopting an inter-disciplinary lens on the
movement of people in a globalised economy, and the role of social research and research
approaches in developing new knowledge of human trafficking.
This programme is aimed at any student or professional interested in human trafficking who
wishes to advance their existing knowledge and expertise to gain an academic award. Whilst
familiarity with an aspect of human trafficking is viewed as desirable, previous experience
does not form an essential requirement of the course. Professionals and students in the
fields of criminal justice, social welfare, gender studies and other related fields will find this
syllabus helpful.
The programme will be delivered primarily by scholars within the Division of Social Science
and Criminal Justice Studies and the Division of Peace Studies. Both divisions hold a solid
record of successful working with employers and non-governmental organisations (NGO’s).
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The programme has value across a spectrum of jobs and careers: For example, within
Government, the research sector, statutory organisations (especially health, social services
and the Police) and a wide range of voluntary and faith projects. Understanding of gender
and gendered relationships will be useful in many different areas of professional life.
Successful completion of the PG Certificate and Diploma will substantially contribute
towards an individual’s employment record of transferrable skills and continuous
professional development. Students completing the MA will additionally gain research skills
and contribute new knowledge to their own, or their organisations, chosen area of antitrafficking work.
Programme Aims
The principal aim of this programme is to ensure that you understand the nature and
complexity of the trade in human trafficking, and the role of anti-trafficking professionals in
providing a constructive and anti-oppressive response to the problem.
This programme is intended to develop the skills and knowledge which will enable you to:
At certificate level:
A1. Understand different forms of trafficking.

A2. Understand the confluence of global movements – principally across voluntary
migration, forced migration, refugee movement and asylum seeking and trafficking.

A3. Provide a range of theoretical approaches with which to analyse the
phenomenon of human trafficking.

A4 Apply a critical and reflective approach to a practice issue
At diploma level

A5. Develop an advanced understanding of gendered power relations.

A6. Develop ability to critically evaluate, use and understand research findings.

A7. Develop a focused approach to practice issues.
At Masters’ level

A8 Complete independent research and/ or evaluation

A9 produce a focused and well written long piece of work
Programme Learning Outcomes
The first stage of this programme provides students with an intensive introduction to the
phenomenon of human trafficking. To this end, the Certificate will cover a range of
theoretical approaches for understanding human trafficking; it will draw links across history,
abolition and modern slavery; it will explore the concept of exploitation within a discourse
of human rights theory and practice; and it will apply critical thinking to aspects of
professional practice around the legislative framework (both international and domestic)
and to issues of identification, assessment and service provision in human trafficking. This
theoretical approach is supported by concentration on an aspect of practice or policy
appropriate to the student.
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When you have completed the PG Certificate stage of the programme you will be able to:
LO1.
Critically evaluate dominant approaches to human trafficking and
identify their respective influences upon policy development and service
provision.
LO2.
Be able to articulate professional tensions and apply critical reflection to the
tensions across Government, policy and professional practice, in the field of
human trafficking
LO3.
apply a gender perspective to migration theory and policy and critically evaluate
how gender intersects with other aspects of identity in international migration.
LO4.
Reflect upon and critically apply diversity in the development of antioppressive practices within anti-trafficking.
Reflect on and communicate implications of different theoretical frameworks
for your own practice and policy development;
LO5.
Upon successful completion of the first three modules students will be eligible for the award
of Post-graduate Certificate in Human Trafficking.
When you have completed the postgraduate diploma stage of the programme you will be
able to:
LO6.
Identify, discuss and deploy a variety of qualitative and quantitative
criminological research methods in developing new knowledge of Human
Trafficking.
LO7.
Apply a gender perspective on international relations, policy making, conflict
resolution and post-conflict reconstruction strategies.
LO8.
Upon successful completion of the second three modules students will be eligible for the
award of Post-graduate Diploma in Human Trafficking
The third stage of the programme consists of a dissertation in the field of human trafficking,
identified and conducted in negotiation with the student, their agency (if sponsored) and
the dissertation supervisor.
By the end of this stage students will be able to:
LO9.
Discuss and debate complex ideas and concepts, and present theoretically
informed arguments
LO10.
Plan and carry out a larger scale piece of written academic work including
research and use of literature.
Upon successful completion of this stage of the programme, students will be eligible for the
award of MA in Human Trafficking.
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Curriculum
At certificate level two core modules provide a critical introduction to migration theory and
the movement of people. These modules are supported by an applied module encouraging
development of broad interest or allowing you to focus on one aspect of applied
criminology.
At diploma level core modules introduce key aspects of gender and conflict while also
studying research skills to use in practice settings and to develop your masters’ dissertation.
You will be able to complement this study with an option module designed to allow you to
either broaden your interest or focus on one aspect of study.
Full time students will complete the six taught modules while also developing a plan of
research to use to complete their masters dissertation. Part time students can complete up
to four modules in any one academic year and will complete their dissertation after the
taught modules are completed.
Postgraduate Certificate
Postgraduate Certificate: Year 1
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
codesGender and Migration
new code
C
20
M
Semester
1
New
code
Theoretical Approaches to
Human Trafficking
C
20
M
Semester
2
SS-4043D
Reflection in Practice
Core
20
M
Semester
2
Postgraduate Diploma: Year 2
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Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
PE-5100D Gender, Conflict and
Development
C
20
M
Semester
1
SS- new
code
Applied Social Research
C
20
M
Semester
2
Option module
O
20
M
Semester
1
Masters: Year 3
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
SS-40102
MA Dissertation
C
60
M
DISS
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's course approval, monitoring and
review procedures.
Option modules:
Critical Perspectives on crime and justice : or Crime, Perpetrators and Inclusion
(Where appropriate and possible students may complete an elective module from
elsewhere in the school: this can be negotiated with the programme leader).
Teaching and Assessment Strategies
The programme will require you to apply your academic skills to ‘real world‘ debates and
case studies including those that arise in your professional lives. Completion of the module
Applied Social Research will help you to develop skills required to create critical research
inside and outside of your academic studies.
The Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma and Masters in Human Trafficking are designed to
facilitate the participation of practitioners and other professionals. To this end, the
programme is available on a part-time basis to ensure that academic requirements (such as
assessment) conflict as little as possible with your work commitments, and equally, that
work deadlines do not lead to attrition through the academic year. Full time study will
require investment in time and we are happy to consider ways in which employed students
can be best supported.
The attendance requirements of the degree programs will, as far as possible, be timetabled
to minimise numbers of attendances and maximise the usefulness for teaching, learning and
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private study of each attendance. Core modules offer 21 hours of attendance for face to
face learning which may be a mixture of information delivery, group work, presentation and
discussion. Many lecture and seminar sessions will be shared with post graduate students
from other parts of the School, allowing sharing of experience and wide discussion.
Face to face contact with lecturers will be supplemented by electronic learning. Each
module will have its own Blackboard site offering key learning materials. Blackboard will
also provide opportunities for electronic discussion and communication and access to some
key readings. In using Blackboard, you will not only have access to the administrative
documents directing the content and structure of each of the modules (such as the module
handbook) but also learning materials that will assist you in meeting the learning outcomes.
Regular access to a reliable computer, preferably with a broadband internet connection, will
enhance your study experience. These IT resources are, of course, available on-campus.
Students will receive a comprehensive package of support, including subject support from
module leaders and the provision of reading materials. This comes in addition to full access
to the UoB library and University facilities – including the learner development unit (LDU).
Assessments for most modules will take the form of a written assignment or a presentation.
Assessment Regulations
This Programme conforms to the standard University Assessment Regulations for
Postgraduate Programmes full text of which are available at the following link:
http://www.brad.ac.uk/academic-quality-unit/ordinances-and-regulations-for-taughtcourses/
Admission Requirements
This programme particularly welcomes applications from professionals working in the sector
and potentially holding non-traditional academic qualifications. An academic or practice
interest in trafficking, slavery, social care, welfare, the law, probation, prison or police might
lead a student to this course. Applicants who hold professional qualifications or training
records are particularly welcome. Where potential students hold non-traditional
qualifications candidates may be asked to attend for interview and or to undertake a written
piece of work, relevant to the programme, to indicate ability to complete academic work at
M level. Most important in the decision to offer a place is our assessment of a candidate’s
potential to benefit from their studies and of their ability to succeed on this particular
programme. Offers will be made following detailed consideration of each individual
application. The Division of Social Science and Criminal Justice Studies has a flexible
approach designed to give support to employed and non standard-entry students.
While the usual educational background required for acceptance onto the programme is a
first degree (or equivalent) the University welcomes applications from all potential students.
Entrance requirements for each programme will vary but consideration of your application
will be based on a combination of your formal academic qualifications and relevant
experience.
If you have prior certificated learning or professional experience which may be equivalent to
parts of this programme, the University has procedures to evaluate this learning in order to
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provide you with exemptions from specified modules contained within the curriculum.
Please talk to us if you do not fit the standard pattern of entry qualifications.
The University of Bradford has always welcomed applications from disabled students. The
disability service provides support and advice and can suggest reasonable adjustments that
are helpful to you. If you are disabled you may wish to contact the programme leader
before you apply.
Applicants whose first language is not English will also be expected to possess a University
approved English Language qualification such as IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test 5.5; Pearson
overall55 with no sub-test of 51; or TOEFL overall 80 with sub-tests of Listening 17, Reading
18, Speaking 20 and Writing 17.
Learning Resources
The JB Priestley Library on the city campus and our specialist library in the School of
Management provide a wide range of printed and electronic resources to support your
studies. We offer quiet study space if you want to work on your own, and group study areas
for the times when you need to discuss work with fellow students. Subject librarians for
each School provide training sessions and individual guidance in finding the information you
need for your assignment, and will help you organise your references properly. If relevant to
you, you will also have access to the distance learning librarian.
Student PC clusters can be found in all our libraries and elsewhere on the campus. Many of
these are open 24/7. You can also use the University's wireless network to access the
internet from your own laptop. Most of our online journals are available on the internet
(both on and off campus), and you can also access your University email account, personal
information and course-related materials this way.
Staff are on hand during the daytime to help you if you get stuck, and there is a 24/7 IT
helpline available.
Student Support and Guidance
Course Team
Support for you personally and in your course of study, will be provided both by the
University and the Course Team. You will be allocated a subject tutor who is someone with
whom you will be able to talk about any academic or personal concerns. The program leader
will be your first point of contact in any issue of concern and will provide support
throughout the course. The School will ensure that there is someone available with whom
you feel comfortable to help and support you. You will be provided with a comprehensive
series of handbooks that you can consult on a range of learning issues and your course
tutors will be available to consult on subject specific queries. The program leader will be on
hand to ensure that employed and part time students have a coordinated and appropriate
study trajectory, that all students are engaged with program and that any difficulties are
responded to quickly and appropriately. .
Students’ Union
We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the Students’ Union,
through a system of course representatives and formal staff student liaison committees, so
that any issues you wish to raise are addressed rapidly.
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The Students’ Union and the University of Bradford work in partnership to provide
confidential counselling and welfare services where you can get help with any aspect of your
personal or academic life. Student Financial and Information Services (part of the Hub) will
provide you with information about a diverse range of issues such as council tax, personal
safety and tourist information. International Students can access a range of additional
advice and support services through the Student’s Union.
Careers and Employability
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this
is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the
course from Career Development Services, including help to find graduate vacancies.
Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive
resources on the web site www.careers.brad.ac.uk.
Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring options
and refining skills of job-hunting.
The specific provision on this programme is the development of knowledge and critical
thinking that will enhance employment opportunities. For professionals wishing to practice
in the field of anti-trafficking, the programme will provide them with:
a) an understanding of the legislative framework (both European and domestic) in
human trafficking
b) a critical appreciation of different theoretical approaches for understanding human
trafficking
c) knowledge of the different forms of trafficking .
d) critical reflection on the nature and tensions across Government, policy and
professional practice in the field of human trafficking
e) The ‘Reflection in Practice’ module will give all students the opportunity to
concentrate on a specific policy or practice initiative in an interdisciplinary and
reflective way.
The skills, knowledge and understandings above would enhance employment prospects in a
variety of settings. For example, in Government, research, statutory services (social services,
health, Police, and children’s services), the NGO sector, charitable and faith organisations.
Other transferable skills, enhancing general employability are:
a) the ability to work and learn independently
b) communication skills, both oral and written, through assignments and presentations
c) self-awareness through critical reflection on diversity, discrimination and personal
and professional values and ethics
d) the capacity to plan, review and evaluate, through the undertaking of a research
project (equating to 600 hours study).
This programme also offers the opportunity to study an option module specifically linked to
the work environment.
Learner Development Unit
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The Learner Development Unit provides support in all aspects of academic, maths,
numeracy and interpersonal skills. A programme of interactive workshops is delivered
during both semesters which complements the individual support available from Advisers
and the wide range of interactive online materials.
Disability
Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we are committed
to ensuring that all aspects of student life are accessible to everyone. The Disability Service
can help by providing equipment and advice to help you get the most out of your time at
Bradford and is a place where you can discuss any concerns you may have about
adjustments that you may need, whether these relate to study, personal care or other
issues. For more information contact the Disability Service by phoning: 01274 233739 or
via email: disabilities@bradford.ac.uk
University policies and initiatives
Ecoversity
Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the principles of
sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and teaching, research activities
campus operations and lives of our staff and students. We do not claim to be a beacon for
sustainable development but we aspire to become a leading University in this area. The
facilities we create for teaching and learning, including teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs
and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our commitments to sustainable development.
Staff and student participation in this initiative is crucial to its success and its inclusion in the
programme specification is a clear signal that it is at the forefront of our thinking in
programme development, delivery, monitoring and review. For more details see
www.bradford.ac.uk/ecoversity/
The University of Bradford, and the School of Social and International Studies (SSIS), are
committed to the principles of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) set out in
UNESCO’s definition (see http://portal.unesco.org/education/en/ev.phpURL_ID=23279&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECTION=201.html), which include:
interdisciplinarity; value-driven; critical thinking and problem solving; and applied learning
which is relevant and culturally appropriate to local and other contexts.
In your programme you will find these principles underlie the teaching, learning and
assessment strategies. All modules seek to develop your critical thinking in respect to antitrafficking policy and practice, through the involvement of teachers and guest speakers from
a wide range of disciplines, including law enforcement, slavery, peace studies and migration
forums. All modules promote anti-oppressive practice and engagement with personal,
professional and organisational value bases.
We are also committed in SSIS to giving you opportunities to engage in debates about the
meaning and future of Sustainable Development, as well as in the practice of ESD, for
example, through volunteering on and off campus, by taking action in a series of activities as
a School.
Further Information:
For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact Admissions.
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The Admissions Office
Postgraduate Admissions
The University of Bradford
School of Social and International Studies
Richmond Road
The University of Bradford
Bradford, BD7 1DP
Pemberton Building
UK
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Bradford, BD7 1DP
UK
+44 (0)1274 233054
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Human Trafficking Course web link:
http://www.brad.ac.uk/postgraduate/humantrafficking-and-contemporary-slavery/
The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's
regulations and course approval, monitoring and review procedures.
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MA Human Trafficking
Appendix 1: Curriculum, Teaching and Assessment Map
When you have completed the PG Certificate stage of the programme you will be able to:

LO1. Critically evaluate dominant approaches to human trafficking and
identify their respective influences upon policy development and service provision.

LO2. Be able to articulate professional tensions and apply critical reflection to the
tensions across Government, policy and professional practice, in the field of human
trafficking
LO3. Comprehend and critically explain the value of applying an inter-disciplinary
lens on the movement of people in a globalised economy.
LO4. Reflect upon and critically apply diversity in the development of anti-oppressive
practices within anti-trafficking.
LO5 Develop skills of reflection in relation to practice issues.



Upon successful completion of the first three modules students will be eligible for the award
of Post-graduate Certificate in Human Trafficking.
When you have completed the postgraduate diploma stage of the programme you will be
able to:

LO6Understand the role of social research and research approaches in developing
new knowledge of Human Trafficking.

LO7. Apply a gender perspective on international relations, policy making, conflict
resolution and post-conflict reconstruction strategies.

LO8. Comprehend and critically explain the value of applying an inter-disciplinary
lens on the movement of people in a globalised economy.
Upon successful completion of the second three modules students will be eligible for the
award of Post-graduate Diploma in Human Trafficking
The third stage of the programme consists of a dissertation in the field of human trafficking,
identified and conducted in negotiation with the student, their agency (if sponsored) and
the dissertation supervisor.
By the end of this stage students will be able to:
LO 9 Apply a range of critical research skills to an area of interest relevant to the field of
human trafficking.
LO10 Complete a long piece of written work
Upon successful completion of this stage of the programme, students will be eligible for the
award of MA in Human Trafficking.
Postgraduate Certificate
Module
Learning Outcomes
Teaching
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Gender and
Migration
LO 1,2,3,4
Lectures, student
3,500-4,000 word report
presentations, group
work
Theoretical
Approaches to
Human Trafficking
LO 1,2, 3, 5
Lectures,
workshops,
3,500-4,000 essay or Case
analysis
Reflection in
Practice
LO 2,3,4,5,
Seminars, tutorials,
directed private
study, work-based
learning
4,000 word report
Gender, Conflict,
Development
LO 2,7,8
Lectures,
presentations by
students, small
group work, case
study work and
independent study
One report between 3,500 4,000 words
Applied Social
Research
LO 8,9
Lecture
presentations,
individual and group
work exercises
4,000 word Critical appraisal
of applied social research
study
Lectures/seminars/g
roup- work/
Depends on options selected
Group
lectures/seminars
20% 2000 word Research
Proposal
Individual
supervision
80% 12-15,000 word
Dissertation
Postgraduate Diploma
Option
Dissertation
LO 8, 9,10,
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