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851-0576-00L 2 Credits

Political Order and Regional Conflict II (Forschungsseminar)

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Andreas Wenger, Prof. Dr. Lars-Erik Cederman, Prof. Dr. Simon Hug
Kurs an der UNI ZH
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:09:15

Abstract

This research seminar covers the current literature on conflicts, including civil wars and the problem of establishing political order in such settings. We explore the effect of democratization efforts and institutional arrangements. The students are required to present their own research findings in a seminar paper that will serve as a basis for an oral presentation.

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. The students are required to present their own research findings in a seminar paper that will serve as a basis for an oral presentation.

General Information

Language
English
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
seminar Political Order and Regional Conflict II (Forschungsseminar)
Kurs an der UNI Zürich
  • Wed 14:00-15:45
2 h weekly

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