Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2027 - IS 842 G100

Global Security Governance (4)

Class Number: 1582

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 5 – Apr 12, 2027: Thu, 8:30–11:20 a.m.
    Location: TBA

  • Instructor:

    Nicole Jackson

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Examines how states engage with the global security architecture to address a range of contemporary security challenges. Taking a comparative perspective, we investigate key actors' involvement with regional and international institutions such as the UN, NATO, and the EU. Issues may include disinformation, cybersecurity, outer space security, trafficking, and terrorism. Students with credit for IS 808 under the title "Global Security Governance" may not take this course for further credit. Students with credit for IS 402 may not take this course for further credit.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.