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Strategic Studies II (with Exercises)
Strategische Studien II (inkl. Übungswoche)
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Abstract
The lecture series, spread over two terms, covers strategic thinking and practice, especially in their military dimension, as well as 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, Luttwak 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 or Galula.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Slides, source texts and literature are being distributed on Moodle ahead of the individual session.
Literature
see "Skript"
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Registration & Places
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Strategische Studien II |
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2 h weekly |
| exercise |
Strategische Studien II (Übungswoche)
Obligatorische Übungswoche gemäss separatem Programm im Zwischensemester
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No time listed | 40 h semesterly |