CRIM71-105: Genocide - A sociological and criminological approach

Description

This subject is anchored in a set of values that explore the murderous thinking behind genocide - which always involves the designation of others who must be eliminated because they do not, supposedly, belong in a given society. It will equip students with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to challenge these values in a more effective and successful manner. There will always be acts committed by ordinary humans against other humans that are inhumane in the extreme. These are the acts that society as a whole needs to classify as evil, such as genocide. Without this classification it would seem that true horror of what mankind is capable of cannot be fully comprehended.

Subject details

Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of organisations in the field of genocide.
2. Make an effective contribution to efforts to prevent genocide and encourage conflict resolution and processes of reconciliation.
3. Foster critical thinking skills in analysing the research and literature on genocide.
4. Develop responsibility in relation to self and others.

Enrolment requirements

Subject outlines

• January 2021 [Standard]
• January 2020 [Intensive]
• January 2019 [Intensive]

Subject dates