Learning Outcomes

How to Survive Nuclear Fallout

Practical Advice about Fallout

Why is Nuclear Fallout Dangerous?

Lessons from Nuclear Disasters

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn where fallout comes from, its composition, and its effects. You will discover that no two fallout incidents are the same and that they can be less dangerous than you might expect. You will also learn about the impact of nuclear disasters at Chornobyl in Ukraine, Fukushima in Japan and Sellafield in England.

Surviving Nuclear Fallout: Essential Knowledge and Strategies | Course Assessment

Learn about nuclear fallout and how to deal with it in this free online course and its complementary guidebook.

Surviving Nuclear Fallout: Essential Knowledge and Strategies

In this survival course, you will explore radioactive fallout and the likely effects of a nuclear incident. You will also examine situations where nuclear disasters have occurred and look at the impact on the local populations and their environments. This practical course will help you become familiar with common terms and includes the seminal handbook by US scientist Cresson Kearny, ‘Nuclear War Survival Skills’, as a free download. Enrol today.

Introduction

Studying International Security

Realist Approach to International Security

Liberal Approaches to International Security

This module will introduce you to the historical context of international security as an academic subject. You'll learn about the realist and liberal approaches to international security and what they propose to ensure peace on a global level. We'll teach you about various factors that can lead to war and measures to create harmony among states.

Securitization Theory

Human Security Approach

War and International Security

Global Terrorism

Proliferation and Non-Proliferation of WMDs

This module will introduce you to the concepts of securitization and human security and their essential components. You'll learn about various factors and motivations behind terrorism and war and their global impacts. We'll show you the security risks associated with the spread of nuclear weapons and how the world powers control their spread.

Understanding International Security - Course assessment

Explore international relations in this free online course that explains how nations maintain geopolitical stability.

Understanding International Security

Do you want to understand modern security challenges and acquire the skills required to develop strategic solutions that promote peace? This international relations course examines theoretical approaches to international security and their explanations for political events and military actions. We identify various security challenges facing today’s world and discuss the measures used to maintain peace between states and international bodies.

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