Terrorism and Violence in Global Politics (6 points)
(ARTS)
Leader: David Wright-Neville
Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: After successfully completing this subject students should be able to demonstrate the following: 1. A detailed understanding of the cultural, economic, social and religious circumstances that lie behind the spread of politically motivated violence, especially terrorism. 2. A detailed understanding of how politically motivated violence challenges established domestic and international political norms; especially in the areas of citizenship, state surveillance, and international cooperation between states. 3. A thorough understanding of violent secessionist groups and international terrorist networks and how these networks might impact on national and international security. 4. An enhanced ability to contribute in a constructive way to public debates in areas such pre-emptive military action, peacekeeping, intelligence and surveillance, and other pertinent contemporary issues relating to government policies designed to both minimize and control the threat posed by politically motivated violence.
Assessment: Tutorial exercise (500 words): 20% + Research Essay (2,000 words): 40% + Examination (2 Hours): 40%
Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 x 2 hour seminar) per week
Prerequisites: First year sequence in politics.
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