University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

12 months long | Credits: 10

Aim: the aim of this course is to critically analyze the principles of peacekeeping and apply these to a number of contemporary and past missions.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. • Discuss and evaluate the principles of peace support operations;
  2. • Explain the difference between traditional peacekeeping, peace enforcement; enforcement action under the UN Carter, and peace support operations;
  3. • Critically evaluate the political framework for peace operations.
  4. • Examine and critically assess the UN Charter, command and control of authorized and approved UN operations;
  5. • Critically analyse the Use of force under international law and its relevance to peacekeeping:
  6. • Critically analyze and discuss a number of contemporary and past peace operations;
  7. • Explain the legal basis and framework governing peace support operations;
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
The above information outlines module LW5123: "International Peace Operations " and is valid from 2020 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.