Peace and Conflict Research
Curricula 2012 – 2015
Keywords
Learning outcomes
The student gains understanding how to study identities and collective memories
The student understands why identities are a powerful source of conflicts
The student understands challenges of conflict resolution in identity conflicts
Contents
This course is combining approaches of nationalism studies, International Relations and history to conflict resolution, The course examines questions connected with nationalism and national identity, civilizational identities ontological security and the past politics. It aims to discuss how conflicts are often also about struggles over identities. Furthermore, classical approach to conflict resolution is introduced and discussed how identity related questions are noticed for example in consociational peace agreements. New approaches for conflict resolution is sought for.
Modes of study
- Degree Programme Students
- Other Students
- Open University Students
- Doctoral Students
- Exchange Students
Course consists of a reading circle with introductory lectures.
Examination (including lectures and selected literature) + seminar with essay
Evaluation
Numeric 1-5.Study materials
Reading list will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Further information
Some room in the course for exchange students and other students, please contact the teacher before the course.
Belongs to following study modules
2016–2017