Graduate Catalog

IICS 648 The Changing Nature of War and Conflict

This course provides a multidisciplinary understanding of the characteristics, practice and consequences of the use of force by states and non-state actors throughout the international system. It situates strategic studies in broader international relations and security studies debates whilst exploring core concepts such as the causes of war; the legality and morality of the use of force; revolutions in military affairs; the role, concepts and practices of land power, sea power and airpower; the so-called "new wars", and counterinsurgency.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

IICS602

Corequisite

IICS601

Distribution

3-0-3

Offered

Fall Spring