(3 units). Focus on the evolving history and complexities of violence, security, and conflict on the African continent. Discussion of the relationship between the African state and various forms of violence, insecurity and conflict, as well as the relationship between African conflicts and international politics. Topics covered include colonial violence; public and private security; vigilantism; gender-based violence in war; civil wars; and extremist violence. Course Component: Lecture Prerequisites: ECH 2310 or SOC 2151 or POL 2103 or CRM 2301 or PSY 2110 and 54 university course units.
(3 units). Focus on the evolving history and complexities of violence, security, and conflict on the African continent. Discussion of the relationship between the African state and various forms of violence, insecurity and conflict, as well as the relationship between African conflicts and international politics. Topics covered include colonial violence; public and private security; vigilantism; gender-based violence in war; civil wars; and extremist violence. Course Component: Lecture Prerequisites: ECH 2310 or SOC 2151 or POL 2103 or CRM 2301 or PSY 2110 and 54 university course units.
