PSC 401 - World Politics

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

Meets writing course requirement. This course examines the prospects for peace in the world politics today. It begins with an examination of the causes of peace and war from three levels of analysis, including realism and liberalism. Our attention will then turn to issues of deterrence, nuclear weapons and new forms of terrorism. We will transition to ethnic conflict, civil wars and peacekeeping operations. Finally, we end with a look in globalization and the power on markets.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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