Spring 2027

Political Violence

Introduction to political violence in the modern world, examining forms, causes, consequences, and research methods for studying armed conflict and peace-building.

offering recorded3–4 credits
Recorded instructors · Spring 2027 Andres Uribe

Summary

What you’ll be able to do

  • Describe and differentiate between the forms of political violence in global politics.

  • Explain the causes of civil war and other forms of political violence.

  • Describe the methodological and ethical challenges of studying political violence.

  • Evaluate strategies for ending civil wars and reducing violence.

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POLISCI 372

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Student experience

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Introduction to the study of political violence in the modern world. Political conflicts are often disputed through the use of force: countries fight wars; governments combat insurgent groups, militias, and criminal organizations; states repress their citizens; communal violence breaks out among social groups. Examines the commonalities that underpin these forms of political violence and the differences that separate them. Analyzes the causes and consequences of violence and discusses strategies to resolve violent conflicts and build peace. In doing so, interrogates foundational theories of political violence and explores cutting-edge approaches to the study of armed conflict. Covers the variety of research methods used to study political violence, including both qualitative and quantitative approaches at the sub- and cross-national levels of analysis.

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Topics

  • Forms of political violence: wars, insurgency, state repression, and communal violence.
  • Foundational theories and contemporary approaches to studying armed conflict.
  • Research methods: qualitative and quantitative approaches at sub- and cross-national levels.

Skills

  • Examine commonalities and differences among forms of political violence.
  • Analyze causes and consequences of violence; discuss conflict resolution and peace-building strategies.
  • Apply qualitative and quantitative research methods at sub- and cross-national levels.

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POLISCI 372 · Spring 2027

Political Violence

Recorded 2026-10-14
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Recorded 2026-10-14

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