GV906-7-FY-CO:
Conflict Resolution
2022/23
Government
Colchester Campus
Full Year
Postgraduate: Level 7
Current
Thursday 06 October 2022
Friday 30 June 2023
30
22 May 2022
Requisites for this module
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MA L25212 Conflict Resolution,
MA L252EB Conflict Resolution,
MA L252EK Conflict Resolution,
MSC L25212 Conflict Resolution,
MSC L252EB Conflict Resolution,
MSC L252EK Conflict Resolution
The module exposes students to different political theories and approaches within the field of conflict resolution. It provides an overview and a basic framework for studying the evolving field of conflict resolution. The focus is on conflict resolution in inter- and intra-state issues.
The students have the opportunity to explore conflict resolution methods such as mediation, negotiation, arbitration, collaborative problem solving, peacekeeping operations, and other applications. The module especially focuses on the practical as well as on the theoretical aspects of negotiation and mediation.
The students also have the opportunity to explore the applicability of various tools and techniques in problem-solving real cases of international conflict and to make use of negotiation and mediation techniques in role playing exercises and other types of simulations.
The main aim of this module is to teach students to think and write critically about conflict analysis and resolution using theories and methods of political science.
Students will develop the ability to think and make reasoned arguments using positive theories and supported by the best available empirical evidence.
These aims are achieved through a variety of teaching and learning strategies such as lectures, in-depth seminar sessions, simulations, reflective essays and independently produced assignments.
By the end of the module, students will be able to:
1. Understand key concepts in conflict studies
2. Explore the systemic reasons that determine the choice of individuals and/or groups with respect to violence and non-violence.
3. Critically analyse the strengths and weaknesses of different conflict resolution approaches.
4. Evaluate the different methods of conflict resolution using case studies.
5. Experience the practice of negotiation and mediation through a series of practical exercises conducted throughout the module.
6. Relate the theory and the practice of the problems involved in the attempted resolution and/or management of international conflicts and intrastate conflicts
The module also enables students to acquire the following generic and transferable skills:
1. Library and Internet research
2. Data collection, presentation and analysis
3. Exposition and argumentation in a structured fashion
4. Working independently and as part of a group
5. Presenting verbal arguments to classroom peers
6. Production of short well-researched essays and reports
7. Working to deadlines
8. Conducting oneself in a scholarly and professional manner
No additional information available.
This is a full year module (including individual Masters advising in last teaching week) with each week's teaching taking place for 2 hours using either the format of lecture/seminar or a workshop for all students.
This module does not appear to have a published bibliography for this year.
Assessment items, weightings and deadlines
Coursework / exam |
Description |
Deadline |
Coursework weighting |
Coursework |
Quizzes |
|
20% |
Coursework |
Assignment 1 |
|
15% |
Coursework |
Essay 1 |
|
25% |
Coursework |
Assignment 2 |
|
15% |
Coursework |
Essay 2 |
|
25% |
Exam format definitions
- Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
- In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary,
for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.
Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.
Overall assessment
Reassessment
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Prof Han Dorussen, email: hdorus@essex.ac.uk.
Professor Han Dorussen
Module Supervisor: Han Dorussen, hdorus@essex.ac.uk
Yes
Yes
Yes
Dr Damien Bol
King's College London
Senior Lecturer
Available via Moodle
Of 42 hours, 42 (100%) hours available to students:
0 hours not recorded due to service coverage or fault;
0 hours not recorded due to opt-out by lecturer(s), module, or event type.
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