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Archived Version 2019 - 2020
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Description This module examines substantially key conceptual and practical aspects underpinning contemporary conflict, security practices, and peacebuilding interventions in conflict-affected societies peacekeeping and peace-making. The first part of the module examines the changing dynamics of inter-state conflicts and civil wars in a transitional international order. The second part of the module looks at different approaches to maintaining international security, ranging from preventive diplomacy to military interventions. The third part of the module looks at the efforts, achievements, and failures of the international community to build a sustainable peace and rebuild a viable state in conflict-affected societies. The module covers main theoretical and conceptual aspects undermining conflict, security, and peacebuilding, as well as uses case studies and engages with policy practices. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Understand thoroughly the changing dynamics of inter-state and civil wars in a transitional world order 2. Critically assess the toolbox of approaches and responses to maintain international security and deal with crisis situations 3. Develop reflexive understanding of peacebuilding in theory and practice 4. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of case studies and policy processes covered in this module 5. Apply the knowledge acquired in this module to new cases as well to other related debates in international relations and security studies. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Violence, Conflict, and WarGlobal Insecurity and Civil WarsTraditional and Non-Traditional SecurityUN Preventive Diplomacy and PeacekeepingHumanitarian Intervention and Responsibility to ProtectInternational Mediation and Conflict ResolutionTop-down PeacebuildingBottom-up Peace FormationTransitional Justice and ReconciliationStatebuildingFuture of peace, conflict and security | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Programme or List of Programmes |
IMSISS | Intnl. Master Security Intelligence |
MIR | MA in International Relations |
MISC | MA in International Security & Conflict |
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