Political Science 444 - Political Violence and Terrorism

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Allegheny College

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An introduction to the study of the origins, nature, and contemporary issues of terrorism and political violence. The course examines theoretical approaches to the field and relates them to case studies where possible. Course lectures, discussions, readings, and case simulations explore terrorism's causes, which remain as varied and as complicated as its manifestations. Other topics include the psychology and behavior of terrorism, state terrorism, state-supported and state-sponsored terrorism, a threat of nuclear, biological, and chemical terrorism, media portrayals of terrorism, and countering terrorist activities. The course focuses on several geographical regions (Middle East, Chechnya), organizations (IRA, Aum Shinrikyo) and group leaders (Osama bin Laden, Carlos "The Jackal"). Prerequisite: Prior work in international relations or comparative politics (e.g., Political Science 120 or Political Science 130) is strongly encouraged

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.allegheny.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 332-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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