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Research Seminar: Political Order and Regional Conflict I
Political Order and Regional Conflict I (Forschungsseminar)
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:59:07
Abstract
Conflict patterns in the world suggest that regions play an important role. Certain regions of the world appear especially conflict-prone and establishing political order and democratic institutions has proven to be difficult. This research seminar covers the current literature on conflicts, including civil wars and other societal conflicts, and the problem of establishing political order.
Content
Conflict patterns in the world suggest that regions play an important role. Certain regions of the world appear especially conflict-prone. The same can also be said about particular sub-state or border-straddling regions. In both settings, establishing political order and democratic institutions has proven to be extremely difficult. This research seminar covers the current literature on conflicts, including civil wars and other societal conflicts and the problem of establishing political order in such settings. We explore the effect of democratization efforts and institutional arrangements. The review of the literature is aimed at allowing students to carry out individual research projects that focus on particular topics covered in this course.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
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Political Order and Regional Conflict I (Forschungsseminar)
Kurs an der UNI Zürich
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2 h weekly |