Course description
What will you study?
The course is split into three stages. In the first stage you will look at the theory and history behind international conflict at all levels of interaction, from the interpersonal to the international. You will also have the chance to examine the way in which conflict manifests itself in the contemporary international system; exploring the nature of civil wars and interstate conflict in the modern world, as well as issues such as terrorism and insurgency.
In the second stage you will look at case studies about conflict, conflict management and resolution in areas such as the Balkans, the Middle East, Northern Ireland and the Eastern Mediterranean. You will also learn about and analyse the various instruments and techniques that are available to prevent and resolve conflict, such as peacekeeping, mediation and arbitration.
In stage three you will build on what you have learnt and apply your skills in a piece of original research of 12,000–15,000 words.
Course structure
Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list.
Core modules
-Case Studies in International Conflict
-Conflict Theory and Analysis
-Contemporary Issues in Conflict and Security
-Managing and Resolving International Conflict
-Research Methods
-Dissertation
Option modules
-Theories of International Relations
-Frameworks and Foundations of Human Rights
-Achieving Human Rights
-International Political Economy
