What is War (L2072A)
What is War
Module L2072A
Module details for 2021/22.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
How does war shape our society and how specific social and political orders affect what is war? In this module, you will gain an advanced understanding of war as a social phenomenon. We will scrutinise what war is and how, if at all, it is different from other forms of violence. Then, we will explore the connections between war and the fields of law, gender, technology, culture, and media. You will then use this knowledge to investigate specific case studies to gain in-depth insight into the multifaceted nature of war. The module also focuses on the development of transferrable skills, from research and analysis to presentation, which will help you think, talk, and write in an informed and critical manner.
Full Module Description
How does war shape our society and how specific social and political orders affect what is war? In this module, you will gain an advanced understanding of war as a social phenomenon. We will scrutinise what war is and how, if at all, it is different from other forms of violence. Then, we will explore the connections between war and the fields of law, gender, technology, culture, and media. You will then use this knowledge to investigate specific case studies to gain in-depth insight into the multifaceted nature of war. The module also focuses on the development of transferrable skills, from research and analysis to presentation, which will help you think, talk, and write in an informed and critical manner.
Module learning outcomes
Develop a systematic and critical understanding of war, including its place in history and its role in human affairs.
Develop a detailed conceptual understanding of the different approaches to the history and theory of war and the thinkers who have promoted these perspectives.
Effectively synthesise and communicate the empirical and theoretical uncertainties, ambiguities and limits of the different approaches to the history and theory of war.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group Presentation | T1 Week 11 (10 minutes) | 33.00% |
| Essay | T1 Week 6 | 67.00% |
| Essay (3500 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:00 | 70.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 3 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Melanie Richter-Montpetit
Assess convenor
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Dr Lydia Cole
Convenor, Assess convenor
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