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853-0057-02L 3 Credits DS , WBZ D-GESS
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Strategic Studies II (without Exercises)

Strategische Studien II (ohne Übungswoche)

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Mauro Mantovani, Michel Wyss
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:40:54

Abstract

The lecture series, spread over two terms, covers strategic thinking and practice in a military context and theories of warfare from the ancient times to the present.

Objective

The participants are cognizant of how the meaning of strategy has changed and they know the main theoretical concepts of strategy and theories of war. They are - after a study of their application in selected historical and contemporary situations - conscious of the difficulties of translating strategic concepts into practice.

Content

The series covers key concepts of classical theory (e.g. Sun Tzu, Jomini, Clausewitz, Mahan, Liddell Hart etc.), against their historical background and their influence in history. It also deals with current doctrines especially of the US and their operational implementation, the strategies and (asymmetric) tactics of non-state actors and their suppression, i.e. irregular warfare. The theory of warfare is being treated by means of Thucydides, Machiavelli, Clausewitz, Galula up until Münkler.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Slides, source texts and literature are being distributed ahead of the individual session.

Literature

see "Skript"

General Information

Language
German
Levels
DS , WBZ
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
90 Min schriftliche Prüfung; keine Hilfsmittel

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Strategische Studien II
  • Mon 10:15-12:00 (ETZ E 6)
2 h weekly

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