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853-0015-01L 3 Credits DS D-GESS
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Conflict Research I: Political Violence

Konfliktforschung I: Politische Gewalt (ohne Übungen)

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Andreas Juon, Dr. Yaron Weissberg
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:02:25

Abstract

Introduction to research on political violence in domestic and international politics. This course covers the causes and solutions to different types of political violence including interstate wars, civil wars, terrorism or social protests.

Objective

Knowledge on different types of political violence and their causes.

Content

This course offers an introduction to research on the causes and solutions to political violence in domestic and international politics. First, we discuss the definitions and concepts used in conflict research, the data and methods commonly applied and their historical development. Second, we focus on interstate wars und examine in this context state formation, nationalism and democracy. The third part of the course focuses on different types of political violence, including civil war, terrorism or social protests.

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General Information

Language
German
Levels
DS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Konfliktforschung I: Politische Gewalt
  • Wed 14:15-16:00 (HG D 7.1)
2 h weekly

Offered In

  • Science in Perspective (In “Science in Perspective”-courses students learn to reflect on ETH’s STEM subjects from the perspective of humanities, political and social sciences. Only the courses listed below will be recognized as "Science in Perspective" courses.)
    • Type A: Enhancement of Reflection Competence (SiP courses are recommended for bachelor students after their first-year examination and for all master- or doctoral students. All SiP courses are listed in Type A. Courses listed under Type B are only recommendations for enrollment for specific departments.)