Course Details in 2026/27 Session

Module Title	LH Conflict and Peace: Theory and Practice
School	Government
Department	Political Sci & Intern'tl Stud
Module Code	08 36017
Module Lead	Giuditta Fontana
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-10 hours Seminar-20 hours Guided independent study-170 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module examines the main theoretical approaches to the study of violent conflict between states and within states and considers a variety of methods to promote peace. It presents a variety of case studies in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East and encourages students to apply their insights to contemporary events.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the variety of theoretical approaches to conflict and peace. Identify and describe case studies of violent conflict throughout the world, locating them in their appropriate historical and political contexts. Critically analyse the opportunities and limitations for the resolution of violent conflicts. Employ scholarly literature and primary sources to solve complex problems.
Assessment	36017-01 : 1000 Word Assessment : Coursework (25%) 36017-03 : 3000 Word Assessment : Coursework (75%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	1 x 1000 word essay (25%) 1 x 3000 word essay (75%).
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