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Insecurity, Development and Conflict Analysis - PICX310
The nexus between conflict, insecurity and development is an enduring challenge in the Security Studies field. This unit examines the enduring nature of human conflict in the contemporary international system. It uses Conflict Analysis as a lens to examine the key theories and debates about the fundamental origins of violent conflict, the impact of conflict on societies and the main approaches to conflict resolution and peacebuilding.
This unit builds on other Security Studies units by exploring the range of insecurity that exists in many of the least developed countries. It presents an alternate, complementary view to other units by focusing on conflict within state which lack the capacity to provide security to individuals. It also examines the implications of insecurity for societal cohesion and long-term development indicators, such as economic growth, employment opportunities, life expectancy and the provision of health and education services.
All enrolment queries should be directed to Open Universities Australia (OUA): see www.open.edu.au
| When Offered: | SP1 OUA - Study Period 1, offered through Open Universities Australia SP3 OUA - Study Period 3, offered through Open Universities Australia |
| Staff Contact(s): | Mr John Hardy |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism Faculty of Arts |