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Military Sociology II (without Exercises)
Militärsoziologie II (ohne Übungswoche)
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:40:54
Abstract
Overview of classic theories of civil-military relations. Trends in current changes in European military structures (the end of conscription and of the mass army).
Objective
Explain European tendencies regarding recruitment of personnel and indicate the decreasing importance of conscription Give an overview of the reforms and reorganisations of European armed forces Explain the specific aspects of the Swiss militia system in the military as well as in the civilian world Recognize the limits of the Swiss militia capability in the modern society and discuss consequences for the Swiss militia system
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- DS , WBZ
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Militärsoziologie II |
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2 h weekly |
Offered In
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DAS Military Sciences (The DAS in Military Sciences programme is executed every second year, Next start: Autumn Semester 2021.)