POLI.4470 Theories of Political and Criminal Violence (Formerly 46.447)

Id: 038759 Credits: 3-3

Description

The study of violence has been a central piece of debates in comparative politics that range from the causes of revolution to the analysis of civil wars. This course aims to provide a broad overview of different bodies of research on violence. The class will also revisit crucial debates in the study of violence, such as the problems of separating criminal and political violence (such as interstate wars). By the end of the class, students will be able to identify major theoretical and methodological approaches to violence, major debates and concepts, as well as key cases across the world.

Prerequisites

Junior or Senior Status.

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