Conflict Resolution
Duration
- One Semester or equivalent
Contact hours
- 36 hours
On-campus unit delivery combines face-to-face and digital learning. For Online unit delivery, learning is conducted exclusively online.
2023 teaching periods
Swinburne Online Teaching Period 1 |
Swinburne Online Teaching Period 3 | |
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Dates: Results: Last self enrolment: Census: Last withdraw without fail: |
Dates: Results: Last self enrolment: Census: Last withdraw without fail: |
Aims and objectives
This unit provides students with an introduction to conflict resolution in international politics. It explores forms of violence in the international system at a number of levels, and considers the sources of conflicts as well as models of conflict resolution. Theoretical understandings of peace and conflict in global politics will be critically assessed via case studies, with a view to developing analytical skills that can be applied to both conceptual and empirical work.
Unit Learning Outcomes (ULO)
On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the multi-dimensional nature of conflict
2. Describe the range of analytical models applied to the study of conflict and its resolution
3. Outline the complex dynamics of conflict situations
4. Demonstrate an understanding of trends and developments in conflict resolution
5. Critically assess conflict resolution methods, approaches and case studies, working independently and with others
Unit information in detail
- Teaching methods, assessment and content.
Teaching methods
Swinburne Online
Type | Hours per week | Number of Weeks | Total |
Live Online Class | 1 | 4 | 4 |
Online Directed Online Learning and Independent Learning | 12 | 12 | 146 |
TOTAL | 150 hours |
Assessment
Types | Individual/Group Role | Weighting | Unit Learning Outcomes (ULOs) |
Major Essay | Individual | 50% | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
Presentation | Group | 20% | 3, 4, 5 |
Project Report | Individual | 30% | 1, 3, 4 |
Content
- Origins and development of conflict resolution and peace studies
- The nature, sources, and definitions of conflict
- Models of and approaches to conflict resolution and peace
- Application of models and approaches to relevant case studies
- Criticisms of and obstacles to conflict resolution
Study resources
- Reading materials.
Reading materials
Students are advised to check the unit outline in the relevant teaching period for appropriate textbooks and further reading.