University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 | Credits: 5

The course introduces students to key theories of violent conflict and conflict escalation. It examines too the field of conflict resolution, surveying debates on efforts to end violence and make peace. It focuses on mediation and negotiation as methods of conflict resolution and introduces students to key issues in peace and peacebuilding. The spread of ethnic conflict, insurgency and other forms of organised violence in recent decades has blurred the line between war and peace and this course focuses both on international conflict and on ethnonational conflict, examining a range of case studies
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Critically appraise, analyse and discuss texts on peace and conflict
  2. Discuss key topics, key texts and key debates in the literature on peace and conflict including negotiation, mediation, causes of conflict, peacemaking and international intervention
  3. Apply theoretical knowledge to understanding and analysing contemporary conflicts
  4. Apply new skills in presentation, group discussion, teamwork, essay-writing and assessment
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
The above information outlines module SPL301: "The Politics of Peace and Conflict" and is valid from 2018 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.