INTR71-315: Politically Motivated Violence

Description

This subject introduces you to the ‘extreme’ and radically changing twenty-first century existing security structures, defence systems and security. You will learn about the rise and continued evolution of terrorism as a form of politically motivated violence. Terrorism, a sub-field of the International Relations discipline, is analysed through an inter-disciplinary lens. This theoretical perspective introduces you to the relationship between terrorism and war, religion, human security, the state and security. You will also explore the strategies deployed by States and Institutions to combat this lethal form of political activism.

Subject details

Learning outcomes

1. Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Politically Motivated Violence. 1. Identify, synthesise, interpret and communicate complex issues in the study of Politically Motivated Violence. 2. Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Politically Motivated Violence. 2. Independently and in teams, demonstrate expert cognitive skills to solve complex problems related to Politically Motivated Violence. 3. Apply disciplinary knowledge to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility. 3. Apply disciplinary knowledge to new professional contexts, demonstrating expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility.

Enrolment requirements

Subject outlines

• September 2021 [Standard]
• September 2020 [Standard]
• September 2017 [Standard]

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