Critical Perspectives on Conflict and Vi (L2154A)
Critical Perspectives on Conflict and Violence
Module L2154A
Module details for 2021/22.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
In recent years, there has been increased focus on conflict, violence and peace-building in the media, popular literature and aid programmes raising important questions about how these processes are understood and represented and what implications this has for the local and international response and in turn the transformation of conflict and violence. This module will offer critical perspectives on mainstream approaches to the study of conflict, violence and peace drawing on both anthropology and development studies.
Module learning outcomes
To understand and compare different theoretical perspectives on the understanding, analysis and representation of conflict, violence and peace.
To demonstrate understanding of different forms of conflict and violence and their effects, especially on different social groups.
To critically evaluate local and international interventions to prevent and manage conflict and build peace.
To demonstrate knowledge of the ethical and methodological issues involved in conducting research in contexts affected by conflict and violence.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (5000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 3 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Anne-Meike Fechter
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Prof Grace Carswell
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Dr Louise Wise
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Mr Fred Fordham
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Dr Anna Laing
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