The objective of this two-semester seminar-style course is to write an advanced-level research paper in the field of Strategic Studies. In the second semester, students write their seminar paper and present it in plenary.

In this seminar, students will examine civil wars, how they end, and consequences in post-conflict society. Beginning with revolutionary warfare and counterinsurgency theories, we will explore how wars end and the institutions they create. We then study the social and political legacies of violence.

The seminar offers an in-depth exploration of cutting-edge peace and security research. The course is structured around key themes and current developments in the field. It combines theoretical foundations with practical case studies as well as exercises and presentations, aiming to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct rigorous research in peace and security studies.