Course Details
Country:
Malta
Institution:
University of Malta
Course Title:
Conflict Resolution and International Relations
Course Number:
IRL2099
Course Description:
This study-unit explores peace and conflict theories in the context of international relations. Various methodological approaches to conflict transformation will be explored in particular dialogue, negotiation, arbitration and mediation as tools for conflict resolution and transformation. These positions are challenged against current problems fuelling conflicts such as cultural and national identity, abuse of power, terrorism, intolerance towards diversity, underdevelopment, military capabilities and social and racial injustice. The unit will also attempt to critically answer the questions: What is our understanding of conflict resolution in relation to international relations? Will it help to accommodate differences to resolve conflicts? What is the role of international mediators in conflict resolution? Can mediators truly be neutral when they have their own cultural values and biases? The lectures and seminars will examine how political and cultural contexts affect conflict resolution at the individual, group and organisational level.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
INTS 399, CONF 397, CONF 340
Course URL:
https://www.um.edu.mt/courses/studyunit/IRL2099
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