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Peace Studies


Course Description

Examines the premise that peace is more than the absence of conflict. The threats to peace, conflict resolution, and peacemaking.


Athena Title

Peace Studies


Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in INTL 4680H, AFST 4680H


Pre or Corequisite

(INTL 3200 or INTL 3200E or INTL 3300 or INTL 3300E) and permission of department


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Course Objectives

This course will help students enhance their ability: 1. To examine contextual elements that are inherently conducive to conflict; 2. To understand a variety of causes that lead to selected conflict situations; 3. To analyze the effectiveness of different conflict resolutions mechanisms; 4. To articulate strategies and tactics for peacemaking and peacekeeping.


Topical Outline

Typology of Conflict: Types and Examples Causes and Effects of Conflict Patterns and Effectiveness of Conflict Resolution Efforts Strategies and Tactics for Negotiation The Property and Requisites for Peace Peacemaking and Peacekeeping


Syllabus