POLS-200: Introduction to Peace and Conflict Studies (2017-2018)

Catalog Info

Effective Term
Winter 2014
WebAdvisor Title
Intro to Peace and Conflict
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
3 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description

Examines social, political, economic, ethnic, cultural, and religious conflict and the methods used to resolve, regulate, and prevent conflict. The mechanisms for developing cooperation to resolve and mitigate conflict among peoples and states are central to this course. Also focuses on international and intra-state conflicts including civil wars, social strife, and rebellion, and employs case studies and other scientific methods to investigate specific conflicts and the strategies of conflict resolution.

Pre-requisites
ENG-092 or ENG-093 eligible
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
Yes
MTA Categories
  • Category 4: Social Sciences
General Education Categories
  • Social Sciences

Credit for Prior College-Level Learning

Options for Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Other
Other Details

Determined by department