Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2018 - POL 141 D100

War, International Cooperation and Development (3)

Class Number: 5992

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 7 – Jun 18, 2018: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    May 7 – Jun 18, 2018: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Theory and practice of international politics, diplomacy, hot war, cold war, alliances and the role of leaders. Students who have taken POL 241 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Social Sciences.

COURSE DETAILS:

The 9/11 terrorist attacks in the USA and the global war on terror have generated renewed interests, questions, debates, and controversies about the changing nature of war, violence, and conflict in the post-Cold War era. This course introduces students to the study of war by exploring the relationship between war and politics, and how it affects governments and societies in the global North and South. Part I engages the question of “what is war” and “how it should be studied” by exploring the contributions of mainstream theories of international relations (realism, liberalism, social constructivism, and critical perspectives) to questions of war and peace. Part II examines the role of the United Nations Organization, NGOs, and Global Civil Society groups to promote international peace and security through conflict management, peacebuilding, and post-conflict reconstruction efforts. Part III will analyze the consequences of war, violence, and conflict on the political, economic, health, and personal security of individuals in conflict societies. We will draw on specific cases of war and conflict in Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe to clarify critical terms, concepts, and related debates.

There will be a lecture two - hour lecture on Mondays and Wednesdays, followed by one-hour tutorials, on each day.  Tutorials start Week Two. Intersession.

Final Exam: TBA

Grading

  • Participation and Attendance 15%
  • Tutorial Presentations 15%
  • Mid-Term Exam 20%
  • Research Paper 25%
  • Final Exam 25%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Baylis, J., Owens, P., & Smith, S. (Eds.). (2017). The Globalization of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations. Oxford University Press.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

The Department of Political Science strictly enforces a policy on plagiarism.
For details, see http://www.sfu.ca/politics/undergraduate/program/related_links.html and click on “Plagiarism and Intellectual Dishonesty” .

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS